The good news for conservatives is that John Kerry is again playing the role of Mitt Romney in President Obama’s debate preparations, having recovered quickly from being thrown under a bus for not challenging the president enough last time around.

Also involved in debate prep this round is former White House interim communications director Anita Dunn, a professed fan of Mao Zedong and enemy of Fox News. Dunn reportedly is standing in for CNN’s Candy Crowley, who will moderate Tuesday night’s debate.

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Politico reports that debate prep is going well for the president and viewers should expect to see a “much more energized” performance this time around.

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