You'd think Senator Rubio reached for a joint to calm his nerves, or something (tip to Instapundit).
Hey, I have a tip for CNN: President Obama repeatedly felt the need for oxygen and kept inhaling during his State of the Union address. How distracting.
Heck, I bet he even circulated blood while he stood there! What a career ender!
Remember, CNN is part of the "legitimate" media. God, they suck. Their suckitude is matched only by their high regard for their own value.
Being a moron whose only defense is that he doesn't openly drool while speaking can't keep you from being nominated to run the Department of Defense, but visible thirst is a disqualifying moment if you aspire to higher office.
By the way, Hagel's dismal performance in that hearing blew through the floor of my minimal requirements for deference to the president's choice.