Why Jeb?

Jeb Bush has been tapped by his older brother to join Powell on a trip to the devastated areas of Asia ... Powell, sure. But why Jeb?

Reports cite his experience in dealing with hurricane disaster areas in his home state - a job that kept him busy late last year as four hurricanes pounded the Florida coast.

That's true - but I'm not buying it.

Now, don't get me wrong ... I like the move of sending an envoy: a) It shows how serious America is in helping the hundreds of thousands of victims; b) After getting a first-hand look, Powell will hopefully be able to increase the aid even more than its current levels and get supplies into the hardest hit areas more quickly; but let's not forget letters C and D.

c) It keeps those idiots quiet - like the UN - who complained about the lack of US aid ... "stingy" was the word; and finally d) it gives Jeb international experience.

Mark my words ... in the not so distant future, Jeb Bush will be standing behind a podium, asking Americans for their vote for President, and he'll be referring to his work in Asia as proof-positive that he's got the international, foreign policy experience necessary for the job.

You heard it here folks.