Not to be outdone by yesterday’s press conference with Scott McClellan, the NYT’s editorial this morning alleges that not only did the White House try to cover up this story, but it also mocks Cheney, “who is proud of his reputation as an outdoorsman,” and says he was aiming at a bird and simply didn’t notice Harry Whittington standing there. Perhaps the NYT needs a hunting course or two, where they’ll discover what the term “swinging on game” means. According to the Texas State Rifle Association, this is the highest cause for hunting accidents in Texas.

As Stephen pointed out yesterday, calling the press was nobody’s priority — it was Mr. Whittington’s health. An 18-hour delay is not a “cover up.”