[Morgan in Denver]

The problem is expectations were raised before Fred entered the race and now poeple are not happy when he does not meet the bar they set. I’m not happy with his performance either but I’m not willing to throw in the towel yet.

[snugs]

I just wish he looked as if he more energy and go getting attitude he always comes over as if he is having a nice cosy fireside chat with you. This may work in some quarters especially amongst Republicans but I fear it will not work with the country as a whole.

They want someone who will show energy and whip up a crowd of enthusistic supporters like GWB can. What I have seen of Fred as yet I doubt he can or wants to do this.

I cannot imagine at this stage at any rate Thompson coming over like this

[rodguy911]

I expected more from Fred as well, but we have to remember the bottom line, and it’s not Fred, Mitt or Rudy. It’s keeping Hillary out.

[Cedric]

Fred is pacing himself. When it’s down to just him and Rudy, he’ll pour it on.