John McCain has courted controversy by foolishly referring to Barack Obama as “that one”. That is way too dismisive language to use in the midst of a presidential battle, especially during a presidential debate.

When it comes to being careful about what you say, American politics is even more sensitive than ours. And both candidates have got their fingers burnt through saying the wrong thing.

If it’s a choice between “that one” and the doddering old man, I know who I’d choose.

UPDATE: Iain Dale has finally declared his support for Obama.