• Don't try this in London

    In an article headlined "Ann Romney Steps to Fore to Soften Spouse's Image", in this morning's Wall Street Journal, I see a reminder of the sometimes treacherous gaps between American English and English English:

    "Mitt is so very polished and professional in his demeanor. I think
    it's a little scary for some people," said Carole McCurley, a
    65-year-old mother of three from Missouri Valley, Iowa, who is
    undecided but leaning toward Mr. Romney. "I found [Ann Romney] refreshingly,
    delightfully common."

    And it truly does appear that no insult was intended.


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