I have to say I was expecting a more vigorous debate on some serious domestic issues. I lay the blame squarely at the feet of Bob Schieffer. None of the questions broke new ground or brought up topics that would foster vigorous debate.
Aside from that, Kerry was much the same as always. Good form, but he started droning partway through in that tone that makes me want to tune out immediately. Bush was leagues better form-wise than in the previous two debates. He wasn’t as fluid or as quick with words as in the second debate, but he was restrained, serious and sincere. His regular-guy-ness is a strong point, and he really showed that tonight.
questions to ask that Schieffer needs to ask about the women in the candidates’ lives?
the “I respect your faith” business from Kerry.
I gotta say that Bush, while not as smooth as in the last debate, is coming off as serious, sincere and passionate about making things better. Big plus for him.
owning a gun have to do with the assault weapons ban? Me manly. Me own gun. Me hunt. Wife gather.
What a softball for Kerry! Schieffer is the worst of the three debate moderators.
males in NYC are unemployed? That seems like a really high number. Is this one of those funny statistics that include infants, retirees and schoolchildren?
how Kerry just answers whatever question he wants to address before he gets to the question he was actually asked.
about my own position on illegal immigration, but Bush has an articulate and relatively comprehensive plan to deal with illegal immigration from Mexico. It is shocking, though, that he didn’t mention much about illegal immigration from other countries, particularly of terrorists.
Did you know that? Apparently Kerry thinks you don’t because he KEEPS MENTIONING IT.
anyone want to preserve Social Security as is?