https://pjmedia.com/rogerlsimon/2008/01/15/the-presidential-election-a-basic-question-cutting-to-the-chase/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usSat, 13 Jun 2026 05:22:44 -0400<![CDATA[While watching the endless pundit blather on TV tonight after the Republican Michigan Primary and Democratic Nevada Debate and reading the various opinion meisters commentaries online, I had one of those rare zen moments of simplicity. It all comes down to a simple question:]]>Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:25:07 -0500<![CDATA[Roger L. Simon]]>https://pjmedia.com/roger-l-simon/2008/01/15/the-presidential-election-a-basic-question-cutting-to-the-chase-n214987