W was great in 2000 against Gore. Sure, Gore imploded with his three different personalities during the debates. He certainly wasn't the Gore that debated Kemp in 96, but W beat him hands down in each debate in 2000. Both in style and substance. Tonight, he was far from his 2000 performance. Bush looked tired, irritated, uncomfortable, groped for words, kept repeating himself. There were some solid moments, by for consistancy and style, Kerry won.
Of course, Bush looked tired. He had put in a full day of work as Our President, while Fruity Frenchy was out having his nails done.