Candidate wants to fix problems (Herman Cain)

Hinesville Coastal Courier ^ | 03/26/2004 | Patrick Donahue , Executive editor

[phil_will1]

"I just got home from that Cobb debate he was supposed to attend. What did you think of it?"

I thought that Herman was impressive, but I was not surprised at that. Mac was actually weaker than I had thought he would be, and Al Bartell was better than I anticipated. I voted for Bartell for Lt. Gov 2 years ago, but he's no Herman Cain. Early in the debate, Mac went over his allotted time every single question. I thought that hurt him ... especially since he wasn't saying anything noteworthy to begin with.

Skipping debates is not unusual for a frontrunner, but I think this tactic may hurt Johnny if Herman continues to build momentum, especially with Johnny's reputation as a flip-flopper. Herman has Johnny in his sights and he just may catch him.

Herman's supporters were certainly more visible and enthusiastic last night; it will be interesting to see if that remains the case in a debate in which Johnny shows up. BTW, there is another debate on May 1 in Gwinnett and I believe Johnny will grace that event with his presence.

[phil_will1]

"I was disappointed that Mr. Isakson didn't attend, and after hearing Cain speak, I can see why he wouldn't want to. I had never heard Cain before the debate, and I was amazed by the solidly conservative content of his speeches, not to mention his eloquence. I think Cain had a more better message than both Bartell and Collins, and he was certainly the superior debater (although Bartel had his moments)."

I thought Herman was relaxed, confident, articulate and dynamic. You can tell that he is a motivational speaker. Johnny always reminds me (if you will forgive my bluntness) of someone in dire need of a 45 minute nap. Mr. Charisma he is not. I haven't seen them on the same stage together yet, but I am guessing that the contrast will be vivid.

Herman, BTW, is just as good in person - one on one. Very positive and upbeat, but a great listener, too. No wonder he is gathering such momentum.

I hear that south Georgia is taking to him in a big way, also. I can smell an upset brewing.

[UlsterDavy]

While on the phone with a friend the other night, we were talking about the lack of Johnny at the upcoming Cobb debate. My friend said he would make a "Where's Johnny?" sign - it got Herman's attention, it got the media's attention and it has gotten a lot of people talking. I am trying to get him to go to the next debate that Johnny isn't there with the sign and wear a chicken suit!

[UlsterDavy]

"I hear that south Georgia is taking to him in a big way, also. I can smell an upset brewing."

North Georgia is too! AND we are infiltrating Johnny's own district too!!!

[phil_will1]

"I am trying to get him to go to the next debate that Johnny isn't there with the sign and wear a chicken suit!"

LOL!! Cluck, cluck ......

Johnny may rue the day he decided to skip any debates.

[UlsterDavy]

JOIN HERMAN AT THE FOLLOWING GOP SENATE CANDIDATES DEBATES!

Cherokee County Critical Issues Forum
April 26, 2004
Cherokee Justice Center
90 North Street
Canton, Georgia
7 p.m.


Gwinnett County Republican U.S. Senate Candidate Debate
May 1, 2004
Gwinnett Convention Center
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, Georgia
6:30 p.m.

Forsyth County Republican U.S. Senate Candidate Debate
May 6, 2004
Cumming City Hall
100 Main Street
Cumming, Georgia
8 p.m.

Skidaway Island Republican Club and
Savannah Area Republican Women's Club
U.S. Senate Candidate Debate
May 24, 2004
Skidaway Island Methodist Church
54 Diamond Causeway
Savannah, Georgia
7 p.m.

Herman is taking his message of common sense conservatism every day across Georgia.

Join other TEAM CAIN members at these debates to show your support for Herman Cain – Georgia’s next U.S. Senator!

VOTE HERMAN CAIN JULY 20!

Herman Cain for US Senate
Forest Park, Georgia 30297 Valdosta, Georgia 31601
info@cainforussenate.org

[Republican Red]

I'm in Isakson's district. Cain has my support and my vote in July.

[eyespysomething]

Will all the candidates be at all the debates? Will those be actual debates?

I am looking forward to the May 1st one. Me and Mr. Eyespy are trying to get his brother and SIL to go. We figure the more people who see him (Mr. Cain) in person, the more support he'll have. And if they each tell 1-2 other people...

I can't WAIT for Herman Cain to get to DC.

When asked why he wouldn't become another inside the beltway politician, he answered, because I won't drink their water. Now a N GA company is bottling Herman Cain water, hee hee.

What an inspiration, what a role model, what an American success story!

[UlsterDavy]

So far Johnny is only coming to the May 1st decate in Gwinnett of the above three of four. I know here in Forsyth County that it is a true Lincoln Douglas debate where candidates ask each other questions. We ain't scared!

I hear the Johnny is feeling the pressure and may well attend more now. My friend's "Where's Johnny?" sign at the Cobb debate the other night has helped round up the chicken. :) Expect to see a lot more of those signs... I will be at the Forsyth, Cherokee and Gwinnett debates.

"Where's Johnny?"
"Have you seen Johnny?"

LOL

[UlsterDavy]

I forgot to say this:

There are other debates too ... Augusta June 12th, Georgia Press June 12 or 17, Atlanta Press July 18. These three (along with Gwinnett May 1) are the only four I believe Johnny is showing up at so far. Of course, that may change if Johnny feels the pressure. Then of course, Herman will shine!