Veep Debate

[Koga No Goshi]

Misrepresenting your opponent's voting record is standard practice in these elections. As is Presidential debate rule #1: never let a question interfer with your "answer".

I was pleased to see that Palin did as well as she did. I was ready to hit the "off" switch if her performance was too painful to watch - I just don't like seeing people embarass themselves. She did alright drawing on what experiences she does have and I liked how she addressed her extreme views when the talk about gay marriage came up. The folksy approach was a bit too much at times, but I guess that's how she connects with people. My impression after the debate is much more positive of her but I think she does have a way to go before she's even remotely ready to take on the job of president if the need arises.

Biden was pretty good but aside from potential gaffes, that was expected. He did seem aggitated once or twice but kept himself under control. His turn at being folksy like Palin sounded silly. I have a hard time envisioning Biden in a Home Depot...unless he was shopping for a domesting policy. <rimshot> Biden's comments about Channey were surprisingly blunt, but I can't say I took issue with them.

The debate seemed much more cordial than the presidential debate last week. The rather length post-debate discussion between Biden and Palin and their families was nice to see - and I'd have loved to hear what they were saying to each other. Anyway, Biden gets the win in my book but Palin did bolster up her image quite a bit.

I will say this, I liked that both of them projected mutual warmth, even if it was fake. And both looked at each other and smiled on occasion. Whereas it was like whacking away at a block of ice with a chisel for Obama to even get a glance from McCain.

Just curious — what would have to happen for you not to conclude that?

She'd have to announce a plan for gun bans, pretty much. For Panzer anyway.