The Washington Monthly.

Lets also not lose sight of the broader pattern. McCain thinks the recent conflict between Russia and Georgia was “the first probably serious crisis internationally since the end of the Cold War.” He thinks Iraq and Pakistan share a border. He believes Czechoslovakia is still a country. Hes been confused about the difference between Sudan and Somalia. Hes been confused about whether he wants more U.S. troops in Afghanistan, more NATO troops in Afghanistan, or both. Hes been confused about how many U.S. troops are in Iraq. Hes been confused about whether the U.S. can maintain a long-term presence in Iraq. Hes been confused about Irans relationship with al Qaeda. Hes been confused about the difference between Sunni and Shiia. McCain, following a recent trip to Germany, even referred to “President Putin of Germany.” All of this incoherence on his signature issue.

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