Our friend Bill Kristol seemed distraught after the GOP debate Thursday evening, about to break into Chris Christie’s office, open the window and threaten to jump from it if the Big One did not run for president. But we who share his emotions and love for the governor may still wonder why so many Republicans unhappy with their options are fixed upon Christie alone. Why not his classmate here in Virginia, who was elected governor on the same day that he was, and has proven just as successful, if quieter?

While confrontational Chris has gone viral with dozens of videos, Bob McDonnell has been hiding his light under bushels. But he shouldn’t do so much longer. He is Chris Christie, just blonder and thinner.