Have you noticed Obama's basic tie knot?  He wants to be the leader of the free world with a Four-in-Hand knot? At least McCain can tie a Full Windsor.  That's assuming both can actually tie their own knots.  McCain may not be able to keep his arms up long enough to tie one.  As the alpha male of Democratic ticket, Obama probably makes just Joe tie all the ties.  Or clip them on, as the case may be.