My love for the President has long been somewhat of a curiosity to me since I typically lean toward the more articulate. Initially, I didn't think he did very well tonight. Now, an hour later, I can't recall a thing Kerry said that translates into policy and I can remember many things the President said. Yes, the President missed some chances to specifically attack Kerry's charges but in the end, I think the President leaves a stronger impression.
"I can't recall a thing Kerry said that translates into policy and I can remember many things the President said."
If you look back at what democrats like ann richards and al gore have said about bush's debating techniques is that he just keeps hammering the same points home again and again. He doesn't get distracted - he puts his head down and gets his message out.
JFnK, OTOH, needs to explain everything to everyone.
Few people will remember exactly what is said. But they will remember the general impression. And it's not good for kerry.
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