In the realm of politics where every utterance seems focus-group tested, Jim Webb stands out.
He's blunt, plain-spoken and willing to admit he doesn't have all the answers, whether the question is about Iraq or health care policy here at home. No wonder the Internet is abuzz with talk about drafting Virginia's junior senator to run for president or join the ticket as a vice presidential candidate.
Such talk comes a bit early. Webb's only been a senator for a few months. But after an hour-long conversation with him, it's easy to see the traits that fuel his Internet supporters' ardent devotion. Webb is wonkish, personable and down to Earth - all at the same time.