[igoramus987]

My theory is Bush went "soft" to get women on board. It may be smart strategery that may end up paying long term political dividends. Bush will take a tactical loss to secure the big prize.

I don't feel it was a loss. He further damaged Kerry's credibility. Kerry simply had no comeback for any of his flip-flops. Kerry just nodded his head like a buffoon.

It is Cheney's role to attack. It will be fireworks come Tuesday.

[Pebcak]

I agree, no loss whatsoever. President Bush answered the questions, Kerry did not. President Bush probably had to look a bit rankled just to keep a straight face.

Kerry is very good at making bizarre gestures to coordinate with his bizarre thought processes.