Not terribly surprised that Carl Bernstein is one of them. But let’s record the major media figures who are willing to talk honestly about what’s happening in Washington. Here’s Bernstein. Watch.

And remember ABC’s Rick Klein and John Harwood from yesterday.

When approaching the cliff at top speed, do you (a) deny it’s a cliff; (b) deny gravity; (c) pretend it’s not going to hurt much; or (d) all of the above? Meet your government default denialists.