Kerry vs Bush Pre-Debate Thread

[mylife]

I think Putsroy will go after the economy tonight

[Aloysius88]

When they showed Saddam Hussein and his shotgun in the run-up for war I thought we should have a nice chivalrous battle of champions; Saddam's shotgun versus G.W.'s F-102. Now I'm thinking maybe John Kerry in his swiftboat versus the F-102. Talk about "Bring it on."

[Tuxedo]

The important thing to do, as was a failure in the prior two debates is to immediately seize the offensive. Both Kerry and Edwards put our guys on the defensive, and as such they do not have enough time to rebut the ridiculous utterings of the Rats. Edwards was not successful with his offense, but enough so to survive. Kerry stayed on such a roll that Bush was flabbergasted at only having 90 seconds to rebut. You could also see this with Cheney when Edwards jumped on Halliburton.

So, the key is to start with Kerry's Senate voting record and never let up. With 20 years in the Senate, there has to be controversial votes on anything that could come up. I think Bush was taxed from the hurricane disaster viewing, and a bit of front-runnerism. Now, it is time to come out swinging, but it is important to not look petty or desperate. He has to look above it all, and use his innate sense of humor, but still bring out the hammer.

[GOPRaleigh]

I know the feeling. I used to work at a large newspaper and election 2000 was the WORST year I've ever had professionally. People who like libs have never had to interact with them on a day to day basis. I have.

Bush MUST win for the good of the country. A Kerry presidency makes me ill for many reasons.

[dandelion]

Yes we should have group prayer! Whenever you are ready, my dear...

[dmanLA]

One last thing....

Bush needs to turn the mislead/dishonesty line against Kerry. For example, let's talk about honesty. Is it honest to say you are strong on defense when your Senate record shows that you voted to cut weapons systems, the intelligence budget, etc.? You have to use Kerry's own words against him. And in closing, prove him to be the panderer he is.

[mylife]

Looks as if the botox is fading

[don-o]

Generally, live threads don't have prayer time. Suggest you start a new one for that.

[freecopper01]

The same way Hitler did it. Essentially tell everyone one they wanted to hear and make sure each group looking at you is told privately by your 'people' that the other group is only being told things to ease their fears. That way each group looks at kk as their hero! Unfortunately, it's a trait used on the Western Civilization because 'civilised' people don't wan't to use the word, "Liar." It gives off such bad images....! But of course, a liar is a liar of course, of cours, unless the liar is a a well-dressed liar!

[igoramus987]

I think Putsroy will go after the economy tonight

Kerry and Edwards want to raise taxes on the rich. They are hypocrites. Edwards has avoided paying $600,000 on medicare taxes, and Kerry's wife only pays tax at an effective rate of 15%. They should pay their fair share before they expect others to pay more.

[Feiny]

Drink One Sip If:
Anyone says "terrorism"
Anyone says "Halliburton"
Anyone says "flip flop"
Anyone says "Saddam Hussein"
Anyone blames "the media"
Anyone mentions their own military service
Anyone says "September 11"
One candidate interrupts another candidate

Drink Two Sips If:
Bush says "cut and run"
Kerry says "W stands for wrong"
Either candidate talks past their time limit
Kerry brings up Bush's "Mission Accomplished" moment
Bush mentions Crawford, TX
Anyone looks at the wrong camera
Anyone whips out "evidence"
Anyone says "Osama bin Laden"
Anyone mentions blogs
Anyone invokes the hurricane sympathy vote
Anyone mentions "North Korea"
Kerry mentions Bush wants to reinstate the draft
Everytime you see anyone wearing the yellow "LiveSTRONG" bracelet

Finish Your Glass If:
Anyone in the audience gets dragged out of the auditorium
Anyone in the audience gets off an unscripted question
Bush mispronounces any word or name
Anyone says "Osama bin Hidin'"
Anyone uses a sports metaphor
Anyone attempts to speak Spanish to pander to Latinos

Do a Shot If:
Bush mentions the deficit
Bush accuses Kerry of being "French on terrorism"
Kerry accuses Bush of being a pansy for avoiding Vietnam
Bush admits he made a mistake ("miscalculation" counts)
Ralph Nader shows up insisting on airtime

Finish the Bottle If:
Anyone challenges anyone to a duel
The moderator rips off his mask to reveal his true identity is Karl Rove

[Howlin]

There are already two prayer threads up for just that reason;

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1239038/posts

and

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1238510/posts

[mylife]

In 2000 after they announced Gore won, my exwife was in tears.

Our son said dont worry Mom, Lets pray that GWB wins.

They did and the rest is history!

[Howlin]

Kerry actually said that? What a hoot.

[hole_n_one]

I've got dibs on posting the post pre-debate/pre-debate LIVE thread.

[JonDavid]

I caught a glimpse of President Bush today leaving Air Force One. He looked like the Commander and Chief we all know he is. Watch out Kerry, the President is ready to RUMBLEEEEEE!!!!

[freecopper01]

YOU'RE NERVOUS??? I've got butterflies renting out my spare bedroom because they got crowded in my stomach! They were muttering something about wanting to stretch out on the lounge chairs! But I put my foot down when the butterflies asked for Heinz ketchup.... and told they they'd have to go hungry!

[llevrok]

So, Kerry probably got his nails done (again). Let's hope George sharpened his spurs this week!

[NautiNurse]

as was a failure in the prior two debates...Edwards was not successful with his offense, but enough so to survive.

If you mean that Edwards was still breathing when he left the auditorium, I'll agree with you. Cheney opened a six-pack of Whoop-Ass, there was no failure on his part in that debate.