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Originally Posted by barry2952
I truly believe that Kerry won the debate, hands down. At times the President appeared as though he would burst with anxiety. I believe that Kerry played by the rules of the format and Bush did not. I don't think anyone is impressed with Bush's cowboy mentality anymore.
I'm am not sure which debate MonsterMark watched. Bush won on substance? Barry Mark II convertible |
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Originally Posted by Kbob
Kerry had the best debate of his life last night. Although he wasn't correct in some of his facts as was pointed out afterwards by commentators, he was on target.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
He was eloquent, knowledgeable, concise, and poised. The only real weak spot I noticed which is really ticky tack was on some of the cut away shots where he had a goofy looking half smile that seemed condescending in nature.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
Why did he seem agitated on almost every cut away shot?
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Originally Posted by Kbob
And the only real reason he did was to point out that Kerry was contradicting a previous stand on some issue or something like that..
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Originally Posted by Kbob
I too tired of hearing "it's hard work" etc..
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Originally Posted by Kbob
As far as the questions, I thought they were fair for the most part.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
The meat of the answers I think were a toss-up between the two. I really didn't have any criticism of either of their answers on specifics except for Kerry's answer on North Korea.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
In summary: good job Kerry, and Bush better get his act together for the next debate.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
Don't get me wrong Bryan, I'm not breaking ranks. I was making observations of the debate from an "undecided" point of view.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
Being as I am somewhat educated on each candidates positions, of course I saw the contradictions and the holes in Kerrys plans and the reasons for Bush's agitation. Kerry promised a lot and accused a lot. Kerry just sounded better, never mind that most of it was hogwash. And Bush sounded worse, never mind that he was right. Bush needs to drop the "don't you guys get it?" spiel and focus on facts.
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Originally Posted by Kbob
Show the weaknesses in Kerry's plans. Bush had several opportunities to do so, but he didn't capitalize. He needs to change his tone and the way he carries himself while the other candidate is speaking. Perception is very important in these debates to undecided voters.
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Originally Posted by MonsterMark
I know your not. Your post made it very easy for me to elucidate my opinions.
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Originally Posted by MonsterMark
I know your not. Your post made it very easy for me to elucidate my opinions.
Bush allowed Kerry to hang himself. He should have just done a better job of disguising it. I also think the debate rules were broken by the media showing split screen shots. That is probably why Bush was so expressive. He didn't think he was on camera. There should be an intermission in these things so the candidates can have a opportunity to refresh themselves. Outside of Bush saying 'tough work' way too many times and having some uncomfortable pauses to gather his thoughts, name one mistake he made? Kerry on the other hand, made many, many mistakes. The internet is already abuzz with the inconsistencies from Kerry. You won't hear it in the MSM but the new media is now a force to be reckoned with and there is alot more ammunition to attack Kerry with after last night. Read my previous post. Bush had the deck stacked against him from the very beginning. He was told to stay on message and not waver, which he did. Staying on message prevented major mistakes, but unfortunately, there was not enough material for Bush for 90 minutes. That is his handler's fault. He'll do better next time. He will also continue to improve on his polling in terms of likeability, trust, and who will better protect them. That will become much more apparent in the next two debates. Stay the course. Kerry hit another iceberg, and although the band is playing and the people are partying, their fate is already sealed. |
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Originally Posted by MonsterMark
I guess we'll have to wait and see how things turn out over the next couple of days when all of the b.s. Kerry churned out is scrutinized.
For the shallow voters that tend to feed on whatever is fed from the Main Stream Media, you are probably right. Kerry won the debate. But I also think Kerry lost the war. Puffery will not win out over substance. Those people interviewed who only 'listened' to the debate, gave Bush the edge. They had only substance to gauge. The transcripts of the debate will be gone over with a fine-toothed comb, and all the lice will be pulled out. Bush looked bad at times, I agree, but it is his message that will resonate with voters on election day, and that's all that counts. |
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Originally Posted by barry2952
He could not have been less believable. Barry
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Originally Posted by MonsterMark
If people want to know the real difference between the 2 candidates, I think it can be summed up this way.
What did Kerry and Bush do prior to the debate? Bush was in Florida, taking care of hurricane victims. What was Kerry doing? Getting a manicure! That explains Bush being tired but it was also a mistake, but ultimately demonstratees how much he cares about the American people. |
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Originally Posted by Pepsi2185
When is the vice presidential debate, that is gonna be really good!!!!!!!!!!! Edwards is charming
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Originally Posted by RRocket
What's even funnier, is in the last elections, the guy the people WANTED and WON the election didn't get in....now THAT'S funny...
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Originally Posted by Joeychgo
the official tally puts gore winning by 500,000
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