Joe Biden Wears His Heart on His Sleeve

8 Moments from the 2008 VP Debate #1

There's an awful lot to like about Joe Biden. I have had some major disagreements with the good Senator on policy issues over the years, but you have to respect his passion. He believes in the power of public service. He believes in the ability of the American government to do good for the American people. He believes.

His passion often manifests itself in moments of raw emotion. What a pleasure it has been for anyone who has been fortunate enough to seen him question someone in the Senate that he believes has brought dishonor upon this country! His clinched teeth questions are always great and never less than inspiring.

His passion extends beyond his public works and is evident whenever he speaks of his family. It's been almost 36 years since he lost his wife and daughter in a car accident just weeks after his first election to the Senate. It's clear that even now, the memories of that accident, the pain of watching his young sons lying in a hospital suffering from life threatening injuries, are never far from the front of his mind.

At tonight's debate, Senator Biden showed an emotional glimpse of the Father behind the Senator. Sarah Palin's reaction to this special moment? More talk about being a maverick.

From TPMTV ...