September 30, 2004
Debate #1
So what did everyone think of the debate?
I'm still baffled by people who are undecided at this point, and I am admittedly too biased to be able to judge how each did tonight. I thought that Kerry did very well -- and really look forward to a debate on domestic issues! I'm also looking forward to the ribbing they'll both get on The Daily Show tonight (which I had hoped would be on immediately following the debate like it was on the East Coast, but I'll have to wait a few more hours) (Apparently his book is hysterically funny as well)
For those of you who missed the fun, the transcript is available here, and video here.
From the DNC Debate Center:
Why Kerry Won the Debate
* John Kerry staked out a strong plan to win the war on terror.
* John Kerry showed us a new direction for success in Iraq.
* John Kerry told the truth about Iraq.
Why Bush Lost the Debate
* George Bush stubbornly refused to face reality.
* George Bush failed to deliver a plan for Iraq.
* George Bush refused to accept responsibility for his failures.
And coming up...
Vice presidential debate:
Tuesday, October 5
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
Second presidential debate:
Friday, October 8
Washington University
St. Louis, MO
Third presidential debate:
Wednesday, October 13
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ