• Ken Klanicki, Age 65, left-of-center registered Dem.; voted in all elections — except ’84 — since 1968 for Democrat. (Didn’t vote in ’84)

Why are you undecided at this stage of the 2008 campaign? Do you expect to make up your mind before Nov. 4? Are you leaning to one ticket or the other at this juncture?

KK: “Am undecided because of 1) Obama’s scant track record; question-mark past, and 2) McCain’s age; weakness on economic issues; choice of running mate. Will vote on Nov. 4, yes, but dunno who for yet. Was leaning toward McCain till he flubbed the bailout fiasco. Am concerned by his age. May go for Bob Barr. Hey, another Ga. prez?!”

Where do you get your information about the candidates and where they stand on the issues?

KK: “Get info from TV, Internet news/blogs, VDT!!, CNN & FNC.”

What are the three most important issues — in order of priority — that matter to you in this election?

KK: “State of economy; foreign affairs experience; integrity/judgment.”

Have the candidates addressed these issues to your satisfaction yet? If not, what would you like to know about these issues from them?

KK: “Neither seems versed in current economic meltdown or remedies. Obama’s resume is thin on foreign affairs. McCain’s integrity seems intact but his selection of Gov. Palin gives me pause.”

What character traits are important to you in a presidential candidate?

KK: “Honesty, knowledge, integrity, communication skills.”