Beer Summit

Only the obvious questions: Are we sure the professor can handle a few beers? Second, why beer? The president isn't what you'd call a regular guy. And Professor "do you know who I am?" Gates -- wouldn't he most likely be a wine snob?

I kid, of course. It's beer because Barack wants to appear to be a regular guy.

Will the Obama charisma overpower Sgt. Crowley? I expect not. There is actually a chance that this is a teachable moment; if only Obama and Gates put aside their disdain and listen.