"From a substantive viewpoint, Kerry lost badly."
I'd agree.
Now, would you please persuade us that swing voters will take a "substantive viewpoint" on this debate?
Undecided's always go overwhelmingly for the President in wartime.
Kerry failed to show that he should replace a sitting President in wartime.
Kerry will be remembered for his 'global test' statement and that will make people uneasy with his ability to respond to terrorist threats.