likes of John Bolton.

This reaction on Twitter seems to be an appropriate reminder for anyone who might still be ambivalent about Romney's comments:

A vote for Mitt is like a vote for John Bolton. Think about that.

— Andrew Hunt (@ahuntre) September 12, 2012

Yes, John Bolton is the architect of Romney's gaffes and Romney's policy. Shoot first, aim later.

Or in John McCain terms, Romney's "Lehman moment."