[mr_griz]

I just rewatched the debate, and I'm almost convinced this was an orchestrated ambush.

95% of the questions were framed in such a way as to cast W in a bad light, and Kerry never once paused to consider his answer before speaking...almost as if he had prior knowledge of the questions.

At a certain point, Dub seemed to let his frustration get the better of him, then just kind of ran out of steam.

He's had better nights, for sure.

But, considering that this was more of an inquisition than a debate, I believe he did as well as could be expected.

Griz

[Salvation]

**I just rewatched the debate, and I'm almost convinced this was an orchestrated ambush. **

I think that Kerry had the questions before hand. A couple of threads here about it.

[kattracks]

95% of the questions were framed in such a way as to cast W in a bad light, and Kerry never once paused to consider his answer before speaking...almost as if he had prior knowledge of the questions.

That's the impression I got too. Kerry was a little too smug and a lot too pat.

I think President Bush realized this right from the start, and I think he was angry.