I think he was able to connect to the small business types. he spoke like a CEO or a technocrat. Details details over your head. That crowd likes that style.
But the average American won’t go for that at all. It’s also why Bush was able to win debates vs Al Gore and Kerry.
Bush never won a debate.
Small business types support Huckabee.
By endorsing McPain so long before the convention Romney has proven that he is more of the same—a slick pol who puts integrity last!