Bush was unprepared for too many of them.
I guess he's been busy running the country, but if wants to continue in that role, he better be better prepared for the next two debates.
He didn't make any major gaffs, but Kerry came across as more decisive and direct in his answers (which absolutely shocked me.) Bush was banking too much on rote phrases and cliches ("It's hard work... I know it's hard...gotta send the right message, not keep changing it")
I don't think the polls will move either way as a result of this debate, but Bush had a perfect opportunity to seal the deal tonight, and he flubbed it.
It would really help if Bush slams the "town hall" debate. He needs to adjust. Stop listening to the "pros" who invariably stress the need to "nuance" the message. Instead, state clearly exactly what he is up to in this WOT and why his positions are better. Speak the truth and stop worrying about the spin.
KERRY SPENT THE DAY OF THE DEBATE GETTING A MANICURE......OHHHH WE ALL WANT A "PRETTY" PRESIDENT..LIKE PAT CADDELL SAID..WHO IN THE HELL IS GOING TO SEE HIS HANDS.................I THINK IT WILL BE THE VP DEBATE THAT WILL KNOCK KERRY OUT...EDWARDS DOESN'T KNOW SQUAT AND CHENEY CAN'T WAIT TO GET AFTER HIM