Pete interviewed in Las Vegas (by Ali Velsher and Stephanie Ruhle)

[MBS]

In a way, you could say this is just another off-the-cuff interview, no biggie, just a series of answers to rapid-fire questions on Bernie's health, Trump's instability, impeachment, Trump on border issues, and the economy . But to my mind that's exactly what's so remarkable: he nails each and every question, even on the fly. As usual.

No teleprompter here, no way to prepare in advance for the questions. But each answer is spot-on, and often with truly fresh insights (for instance, he noted that we measure the wrong aspects of the economy - a better measure of economic growth is income growth for the 90%).

He just never gets it wrong. I can't think of a single statement that he's had to "explain" or walk back. And in his interviews and speeches, he always, always connects the dots to larger, deeper issues, conveying wisdom far beyond his years that, IMO, is a cut above any of his competitors.

This is, simply, a president.

https://www.msnbc.com/velshi-ruhle/watch/mayor-pete-buttigieg-on-trump-whistleblower-gun-reform-70467653519?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. Your assessment is right on, my dear MBS.

When he answers a question, it's as though a door has opened and we see his deep understanding of the issue, beyond what most of us do.

He is prime presidential material.

[MBS]

2. "a door has opened " -yes!!

The image I have is of the skies clearing - but it's the same idea.
His depth of understanding has this profoundly calming effect on me.

[LuvNewcastle]

3. He has that effect on me, too.

It's comforting to see someone who can understand the thorny, difficult problems of the day and come up with remedies. In your heart you know he's right.

[defacto7]

4. Hands down, he's the best man for the job.

[MBS]

5. yup.

I've never felt clearer about a political candidate in my life.