So despite the fact that McCain is following the dismal Bush, in an economy that's in a shambles thanks to Republican mismanagement, he would probably win the election over Obama today, and the muckraking, xenophobia-stirring and fear-mongering the Republicans do so well has barely begun. Why is this Republican core vote so solid? Joe explained it simply: White, uneducated working class Americans don't believe politicians can or will do anything to improve the economy, health care, education, or the environment. The only area of difference they can perceive is the war against Iraq, which they have now been brainwashed to believe is synonymous with the war against global terrorists. And, here's the kicker: