Maybe I should clarify: I’m not talking about his credibility with you, but his credibility with everybody in the world that doesn’t share your political viewpoint.

As you say, the fact that the President appointed him is very salient; appointed him during recess in order to overcome resistance not just from the Democrats but also from within his own party.

On the other hand, I like Bolton’s punchy style and agree with a large number of his criticisms of the UN.