Keith Olbermann: On our fourth story of the "Countdown": in his last and desperate moments, the McCain presidential campaign has decided to get its "Nazi" on. Asked at a Toledo rally yesterday to justify the invasion of Iraq, the Arizona senator said: [ image: McCain with quote and "Seig Heil" banner ] "When a brutal dictator threatens his neighbors, responsible democratic government simply must act. Hitler is a good example." So, let me get this STRAIGHT, Senator! Nazi Germany was a responsible democratic government and Hitler was not only GOOD, but, indeed, in your words: "a good example"? We're joined now by our own Richard Wolffe, senior White House correspondent for "Newsweek" magazine. Good evening, Richard.
Richard Wolffe: Hi, Keith.
Keith Olbermann: Richard, as you know, throughout this campaign, I have frequently called for Senator McCain's ARREST! But, with this latest celebration of all things NAZI, has not McCain crossed the line, and, for the good of the country, should he not straight away resign?
Richard Wolffe: Well, Keith, I, too, have been critical of Senator McCain. But to suggest that he has Nazi sympathies, I think, is rather outrageous.
Keith Olbermann: [ modestly ] Courageous? I suppose. It's certainly not the first time I've been called that. That started in high school, with my editorials for the school radio station, and my work as the equipment manager for the cross country team. So... courageous? Sure. Guilty as charged.
Richard Wolffe: Uh -- no. Outrageous. Not courageous. Outrageous.
Keith Olbermann: Richard Wolffe, senior White House correspondent.
Richard Wolffe: No! Keith, please don't cut me off! Please!
Keith Olbermann: Alright, thanks for your time.
Richard Wolffe: I didn't mean it!