Overall, I think that this particular smear has backfired on McCain.

Don't take this the wrong way, but, I believe that conservative media puts forth these allegations and it's audience just reacts like a bunch of bobblehead dolls. The allegations make sense within this tightly closed circle, but to the rest of us, it's nonsense.

I will admit that Obama has a funny name so, I guess that gives conservativesa the right to attach any minor association and twist it into a shape that pleases your senses.