Some of the last radio ads aired by Governor Rod Blagojevich's campaign were just about a perfect microcosm of the entire governor's race.
And if, as expected, Blagojevich won Tuesday's election - the Reader goes to press before the polls close - the ads show how to effectively twist an opponent's words.
"Listen as Judy Baar Topinka runs down those who honor our veterans," began one ad.
"I'm a veteran. Served in Vietnam. Proud of my service. I was shocked by what Judy Baar Topinka said. Running down people who honor our soldiers," started the other.