Originally Posted By WorldDisney ^^Yeah, thats what many are saying, that yes, its a draw for the most part, but that makes it a win for Obama because it was expected for McCain to trounce him on this issue. Since he obviously didn't do that, it looks better for Obama. Put it another way, Obama looked like the underdog in this first debate and came out fighting hard enough where he was still standing at the end, so just by the idea that alone he looked stronger. Of course, with that, next week with Palin/Biden debate comes and all she will have to do is answer all the questions (since there will be NO back and fourth ) somewhat competently even if she's wrong or never show Biden up in any question to prove she's the winner at this point .
Originally Posted By hopemax Gosh, I should have kept reading....Next paragraph. "In January 1991, just before "Operation Desert Shield" changed to "Desert Storm," Bush sent Quayle to the Middle East to meet with Saudi Arabian leaders. On his own, Quayle determined to visit American troops. He realized that the gesture might rekindle press ridicule of his National Guard service but decided that he had no other choice. "The fact is I had to do it," he later explained. "The essence of the vice-presidency is preparedness, and if I ever had to take over from President Bush—especially at a time like this—I would not be able to function if I felt I couldn't visit the troops who would be under my command." " "The essence of the vice-presidency is preparedness." How do you feel about that statement? And again, how confident do you feel with Sarah Palin being sent to negotiate with Saudi Arabian leaders?
Originally Posted By RoadTrip I think Palin would be OK. Especially in the first instance where she would be coordinating a group to reach consensus. It's not like she would be out there doing the heavy lifting on her own. In fact I would far rather have someone like Palin there who would likely defer to her military commanders than some bozo like Cheney who thinks he knows more about military strategy and tactics than the military does. Not everyone makes clear and concise statements all of the time... especially when under the pressure that the candidates are. There are certainly video clips out there that make Obama look like a stammering idiot. Here's a sample: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eI5Eo9OMSgU" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...Eo9OMSgU</a> Now of course the difference is that being a reasonable man, I would in no way claim that is representative of Obama's intelligence or abilities. No one around here would ever extend the same courtesy to Palin.
Originally Posted By mawnck >>And again, how confident do you feel with Sarah Palin being sent to negotiate with Saudi Arabian leaders?<< Well, if Dan can do it, how hard can it be?
Originally Posted By WorldDisney The problem is Roadtrip we seen Obama for two YEARS now and its obvious, at least the people who are voting him, that he is an effective speaker and capable of leading through the countless speeches (many he wrote himself) debates, including the last one and interviews. His perception of being a capable leader faaaar outshines the very few gaffes he has. As for Palin, she's given about 3 interviews, the same stomp speech over and over again and one highly effective convention speech. The speeches have been fine, but its the interviews, the few shes given, have all been rated mediocre to bad thus far. BASED on the very little exposure we have been given of her, she has simply not been very impressive or shown that she is knowledged on the issues as she should be. That's what we are really talking about here. Combine that with her lack of national and foreign policy experience in the first place and its very scary to a lot of us. Obama has had a long time to persuade people in SPITE of his lack of experience, he's ready to lead and gives off the vibe of a leader, the debates once again showing that. Palin has not done that yet the few times we seen her, at least not to me. She always look so shaky and waffles through everything. Again, normally that would be fine, she's only been doing it a month now, but with 6 weeks to go, that's the problem for many of us. It's not just about campaign gaffes, its simply about proving that you are still a proven and competent leader in SPITE of those gaffes. Of course, I say this knowing the King of gaffes is sitting in the oval office as we speak *sigh*. And that clip with Obama was funny, the man just couldnt spit it out to save his life lol.
Originally Posted By Mr X I don't understand the purpose of that link, RoadTrip. Seems to me as though Obama was just getting interrupted is all. Where's the full version? Did he complete his statement in coherent fashion? If so, that's light years beyond what Palin did. How you guys can support her after this Couric disaster is really just beyond me. Her lack of a coherent answer to ANY of the questions doesn't concern you? You want that person leading your country?
Originally Posted By Mr X ***the same stomp speech*** The term you are looking for is "stump speech", I think. Better use your lifeline next time, bro. You can use your "phone-a-friend" to get in touch with me (or Karl Rove).
Originally Posted By WorldDisney Uh, thinks for pointing out my spelling errors lol. Yeah, if only there was an edit button....if only.
