Rudy looked and sounded uncomfortable and often seemed flustered. His voice betrayed a lack of personal conviction in many of his answers, especiallly on abortion. He himself wasn't buying what he was selling, and it was painful to witness the attempt.
Given his fearsome reputation as a persuasive prosecutor, I must say I was astounded by what I saw and heard from him tonight.
As someone else pointed out, Rooty fell flat tonight.
That’s what happens when you pretend to be a statesman, and lie through your teeth about your political record.