While it might sound odd, I actually agree with both of the previous posts. I too support those in politics who are able to turn something as negative as this situation and try (though whether successfully is debatable) to accomplish a positive "spin." I don't feel that our society "enjoys" focusing on the negatives, though most people do exemplify a cynical attitude at one point or another. In this case, the press has done a superb job of creating a very large mountain out of a medium-sized molehill. However, this is their job, and we do have to give them credit for presenting this case as thoroughly as they have.