Harry Reid : David Rothkopf made attacks on Romney that riled anti-Romney base and Mitt Romney , too . In modern politics , both sides smear , call it fair play ; he backs Obama , deplores these tactics . He says America facing huge challenges , opportunities ; both candidates should debate these . Rothkopf : Opinion : Why wo n't Romney release more tax returns ? Voters must recognize smears as disrespectful to them , demand better , vote their anger .
Harry Reid : David Rothkopf made attacks on Romney that riled anti-Romney base and Mitt Romney , too . In modern politics , both sides smear , call it fair play ; he backs Obama , deplores these tactics . He says America facing huge challenges , opportunities ; both candidates should debate these . Rothkopf : Voters must recognize smears as disrespectful to them , demand better , vote their anger .