Imagine Barack Obama is President and something dangerous happens in the world (Yes, it can be happening at 3:00 a.m.).

I can imagine Obama saying, “Give me a few minutes and I’ll whip up a 40 minute persuasive speech to help with this problem.”

It seems that’s about all Obama can do is give a good speech. Until today.

Obama’s back is against the wall. Welcome to big time politics, Sen. Obama. Presidential candidates are scrutinized more than anyone. People are checking into your past, your friends and associates. And yes, checking into your religion.

The Rev. Jeremiah Wright issue is sinking his ship. He failed today to calm the fears of the electorate. Many folks believe there is more to the story. They really don’t know this young senator. They are starting to have doubts.

I do not believe his “major speech” this morning calmed the fears or answered many questions. According the Associated Press Obama said this about Rev Wright, “I can no more disown him than I can disown the black community.”

Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton is playing it cool. She won’t be throwing Obama a life preserver anytime soon.