Democrats. Democrats. Democrats. Where's the ball game?

If you were President Bush, would you watch the Democratic National Convention?

It doesn't appear that he was terribly anxious to do so.

The president is spending an end-of-summer (and end-of-term) holiday at his home in Crawford, Texas. Deputy White House Press Secretary Tony Fratto was asked whether Bush would be spending much time in front of the tube tonight watching the Democrats in Denver.

Fratto's response:

"I didn't ask him whether he'll be watching. I can check and see whether he plans to or not. I'm sure there's also a baseball game on tonight, too."

Yes, the president does go to the occasional ballgame--and not just to throw out a ceremonial first pitch. And yes, he was a part owner of the Texas Rangers.

But tonight, he may have some motivation other than just being a fan of the game.

It needn't be said that he might find the ballgame--any game--more entertaining than flipping channels, from Democrats to Democrats to Democrats.

-- James Gerstenzang

Photo: Evan Vucci / Associated Press