POLITICS: VP DEBATE RECAP
Friday, October 3, 2008

Vice presidential candidates Joe Biden and Sarah Palin aimed most of their criticism at each other’s running mate in their first and only vice presidential debate on Thursday.
Biden accused John McCain of being “out of touch” on the economic crisis and said he was “no maverick” on crucial issues facing Americans. Palin said Barack Obama was too partisan to work across party lines to accomplish change and was waving a “white flag of surrender” in Iraq.
Both camps claimed victory, but this debate is unlikely to dramatically change the presidential race. In a Rasmussen report prior to last night’s debate, just over one-third of voters (34 percent) said the debate was very important to how they would vote.
According to a CBS News/Knowledge Networks poll taken immediately following the debate, uncommitted voters who watched the debate thought Biden did the best job by a margin of more than two to one. Palin’s performance also improved overall perceptions of her with fifty-five percent saying she is prepared for the job, up from 39 percent prior to the debate. Ninety-seven percent say Biden is prepared, up from 81 percent.
All eyes were on Palin in her debut of an unscripted format following her gaffes in recent weeks, who used a steady grin, folksy manner and carefully scripted talking points to punch and persist, both politically and politely, with criticism. Palin used terms such as “heck of a lot” and “Main Streeters like me” to appeal to working-class and middle-class voters who feel abandoned by Washington, pledging that she and McCain would work for the middle-class. She mostly succeeded by not failing in any obvious way, reverting to and repeating talking points such as calling McCain a “maverick” while not necessarily easing any doubts voters may have about her depth of knowledge.
Biden’s adviser were worried that a single gaffe on his part might shift the attention off of Palin. Biden has made memorable gaffes since the beginning, but none of them have been devastating since he is notorious for misspeaking. Most of it comes from his tendency to ramble when giving a speech, answering reporters’ questions or just chatting with voters. He remained forceful and composed during the debate, and both he and Palin were able to avert any major screw-ups.
In case you missed it, you can check out the debate online in its entirety.








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151.
Wendell
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
@ JA
Come on people, the bar was set so low for Palin to where all she had to do was trip and she would fall over it. And trip she did! She was decent at the debate, but she did not WIN the debate. Joe Biden was sharp, he was quick and he was on the right side of the issues.
For JA to condone this INCOHERENT and SEVERELY IRRESPONSIBILE choice for a VP by John McCain is fascinating. You talk about people being young, well young people like myself, and those whom are younger — they get it!
Cast your vote for McCain if you like, but have a box of tissues next to the couch, bed, or in the center of the kitchen table on November 4th, I have a feeling you’ll need it, because if there is one thing thats clear. Obama will occupy the Oval Office for the next 8 years.
152.
Kenny
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
sorry for double post, this site is slow now.
153.
sassylashes
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
i hear SNL is getting ready to do another skit about lastnights debates and how Palin didn’t answer any questions. queen latifah is gonna play gwen ifill. can’t wait to see it!
154.
Niina202
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
She just kept on SMiiLiiNG 2 damn much 4 my ass!!!! Me & My mother
was LiiGhtiiN Her ass up last niiGht!!!!
She aiiNt READy!!!!!!!!
155.
Niina202
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Also she kept wiiNKiiN & SHyt!
Ugh!!!
ALASKA DiiS AND ALASKA DAT!!!
BYTCH WE HERE RiiGHT NOW..NOT iiN NO
MUTHAFKN DAMN ALASKA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MY FAMiiLY THiiS,….DODGiiN QUESTiiONS…ALASKA THiiS…
“HEY DAD” THiiS… SMiiLiiN Liike shyt waz funnY…
BiiDEN ALL DAY!!!!!!!!
156.
Kenny
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
The scary part is she won some people over last night, not enough to cause a dent in polls but to mid america she was appealing. I dont trust her as far as I can throw her, if she is on trial for firing a man who didnt fire her brother in law due to domestic issues then she is liable to do anything. Payedhim has set women back and she does not represent me and what I believe in. Why was she trying to ban Why a Cage Bird Sings by Maya Angelou? I still want to know why she was in labor for 11hours without complaining to anyone about it, instead gave a speech, and flew to Alaska. This woman is a liar and her cheating husband is no better.
157.
Melony Zimmerman
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Honestly guys, I don’t recall Sarah Palin being as bad as you all are making her out to be. I felt like she was very informative to a certain extent and so was Biden. I also think she did better than Biden, only because of her reaction towards the questions because to me, they both had their superior times, and their not so great times. It was 50/50 in my opinion. But the way Palin delivered her answers were very smooth and calm, so she won it for me. Biden seemed a little uncomfortable at times. You also say she seemed so rehearsed, what? Rehearsed? If she went up there stumbling, you all would have been on her ass either way, regardless of how she answered the questions it would never been to you all’s satisfaction.
And to Angel, and some of you….Did you really say Sarah Palin was not READY for office? R-E-A-D-Y? I honestly find it so impossible to believe that Obama supporters dare accuse someone else of not being ready.
158.
KeKe
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Palin avoided most questions, stretched the truth several times and pushed out corny jokes to re-claim her barracuda title back. Biden won. That’s it, that’s all.
159.
Melony Zimmerman
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
I don’t think you guys are being fare. OF COURSE Biden did better in your opinion because, he is with Obama. None of you can really sit there and tell me the Palin did not do well! It astounds me because you all are acting like Palin is such this cruel person and would not allow one positive comment to cross your mind about her. Last night, I eliminated the thought of who I wanted to win with really just listening. Yes, I am Independent and both Obama and McCain make good points along with Palin and Biden. I did want Biden, and expected Biden, to win last night but from my view, he wasn’t that great. He didn’t do as good as I thought he would and I’m being honest. Some of you will never been knocked off Obama even if he blew up the Statue of Libirty right infront of you. It is just excuse after excuse, like honestly, just because you WANTED Biden to win doesn’t mean anything. You all are acting like Palin was completely wrong, she did horribly….C’mon people, let’s grow up.
160.
Melony Zimmerman
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
I don’t think you guys are being fare. OF COURSE Biden did better in your opinion because, he is with Obama. None of you can really sit there and tell me the Palin did not do well! It astounds me because you all are acting like Palin is such this cruel person and would not allow one positive comment to cross your mind about her. Last night, I eliminated the thought of who I wanted to win with really just listening. Yes, I am Independent and both Obama and McCain make good points along with Palin and Biden. I did want Biden, and expected Biden, to win last night but from my view, he wasn’t that great. He didn’t do as good as I thought he would and I’m being honest. Some of you will never been knocked off Obama even if he blew up the Statue of Libirty right infront of you. It is just excuse after excuse, like honestly, just because you WANTED Biden to win doesn’t mean anything. You all are acting like Palin was completely wrong, she did horribly….C’mon people, let’s grow up.
HUH….If the soon to be leader of this country is not a TRUE SUPPORTER of God, nothing is going to change in the right way.
161.
obamamomma
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Is this a Presidential Election or Miss America Pageant? Give me a break!
162.
JUDAH
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
@Sigh
A woman’s right to “choose”? A woman’s right to “choose” is only relevant in a society where there is no order and whoredom and whoremongering are encouraged, i.e. America. What about a man’s right to “choose”? Does the child only become his after it is born? According to who’s standards of life and death? We “choose” what we put on in the morning, what direction we walk or drive, or what we eat.You don’t “choose” whether a child lives or dies. Either you agree to murder the baby or not. A woman’s chance at “choosing” came before she laid down with that man. The whole “Roe vs. Wade” case is linked to the feminist movement and the systematic destruction of the household by encouraging disenchantment amongst women and it has worked. Honestly speaking, 99% of women are allegedly “empowered” and they’re still unhappy. Especially black women who are remarkably, unerringly, unhappy and malcontent. They spend their lives trying to compete with the boys because this society has convinced them that being a woman is not good enough. This is why marriages don’t last. Marriages, like pregnancies are viewed as things that are not serious and can be repaired, altered, or eradicated based on what that woman feels from moment to moment. Plus, women usually want to get married because they’re bored, want something to do, and want something that will glorify themself for however long the wedding planning and event lasts. Obviously, there are many men that encourage women to have abortions and the same rules apply but you asked me about a “woman’s right to choose” so that’s the perspective that I’m addressing.
From the spiritual perspective, the reason why America also encourages abortion is because Satan needs the blood of children to sustain his kingdom. Palin, McCain, and these guys are playing a role. They could care less if abortion is repealed and I’d be shocked if it ever was. All ancient empires engaged in ritual child sacrifice to their pagan gods and America is no different. These politicians, entertainers, and financial elite worship the owl god known as Moloch out in California in Bohemian Grove (Lev 18:21, Jer 32:35, etc.). I know that I may lose a few people but that’s alright, lol.
163.
GIVE ME A BREAK
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
People open your eyes!!! This woman is running for Vice President of one of the most powerful countries in the world. We should not have to lower our standards or expectations of her (or any candidate for that matter) simply because she is a naive polotical newcomer. Palin is not ready to lead this country, and she showed it by her flagrant inability to answer simple questions asked of her. Who cares if her interviews with Katie Couric led us to have low expectations of her? All it shows is that she is a reckless, ignorant individual who lacks the ability to think for herself and has to resort to prescripted lines on energy, Alaska, energy, Alaska, more energy and more Alaska to even sound remotely intelligent.
WE DESERVE MORE!!!!
OBAME ‘08 ALL THE F***ING WAY!!!!!!
164.
GIVE ME A BREAK
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
*WE DESERVE BETTER!!!
165.
tia
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
i was able to see right through her “down home” “all american” character last night,she did NOT do well…she was just expected to do so bad that people actually thought she didnt do so bad…she was shaking the whole time……”joe say it aint so” wtf?!?! sooooo random…she did not answer half the questions…she was basically a walking mccain sticker…..it was so “leave it to beaver” scripted ……..and why would she call most of america “averge joe 6 packers” or some shit like that?? we are not all trailer trash hunny.I’ve had enough!!!..this presidential race has become a big joke,a competition of whos going to make history first…..i’ll be glad when its over…Biden did well,he seemed like he wanted to back hand her silly actin ass at times,and she was laughing at shit that wasnt even funny..now this calls for a “HOE SIT DOWN” I think that neither did exceptionaly well….but biden won because he threw out there more facts…and he made that best point of the whole night by saying that this bitch still didnt mention what the mccain party would do differently from the bush party therefore proving that we would have another 4 to 8 years of bush policy…..My head hurts lol
166.
MANDY
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
@Judah
I never got the womens right to choose mess. I think we have plenty of choices. You can choose your mate. You can choose when and where to have sex. You can choose which birth control to use. You can choose not to have sex at all.But how can killing your baby be a choice you think you should have the right to make? Women get mad at me all the time for feeling this way.
167.
StellaBaby
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
And not to mention Sarah Palin didnt answer any questions directly.
168.
Nellie
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
PALIN DOESNT EVA EVA KNOW WHAT SHE IS TALKIN BOUT, SHE STUMPLED OVA HER WORDS LIKE, SHE NOT A GROWN ASS WOMAN.. AND SHE TRY TO PLAY BARACK OUT!!! SHE DONT NEED TO BE PLAYIN ANYONE OUT WITH THE STORIES YOU HERE BOUT HER AND HER FUCKED UP FAMILY, SHE JUST NEED TO TAKE A SEAT, CUZ SHE AINT READY TO BE IN OFFICE!!! OBAMA “08″
169.
Kenny
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
I can sit her and tell you Palin did not do well. The only questioned she answered was regarding her not believing in gay marriages, other than that she bullshitted. Her debate was rehearsed and fake, and she has no clue of what she is talking about.
At least Obama is a Senator of a state, Palin is the Governor with foriegn policy experience because Russia flies over her airspace and she can see it. The Katie Couric Sarah is the real Sarah Palin, a lady who could not come up with a Supreme Court decision that she agrees or disagrees with, even though she forgot about the Exxon rulling because of the spill in Alaska (over 30m gal. spilled) Sarah could not even name a mangazine or newspaper that she reads……but yet some of you think she will be a good VP. At least Obama knows what he is talking about and he is educated, Law Degree from Harvard. and Biden has great foreign policy experience. Imagine Sarah being VP and going over to other countries winking, and snapping her fingers. Did you see when she met with the world leaders they were flirting with her, because this is what she give off a Flirty Sarah Palin to get her way.
Let’s also talk about how McCain recently changed his them to CHANGE, does this sound familiar? Now McCain/Palin is about change? But they still think in the past, Palin doesnt believe your daughter should have an abortion if her uncle got her pregnant.
170.
LMAO @ THIS POST
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Why is it that it is always the SAME people that come on this site trying to argue with people over Obama? You people know that the majority of the people that come here support the man, so why continue to get your panties in a bunch and waste your time about arguing with them about McCain? If people don’t like McCain/Palin..then they don’t like McCain/Palin and there isn’t a damn thing you can say that will get them to change! If you want to hear good things about them go to a site that supports them!!
And it is also the same people that start the “race wars”…GET A LIFE and quit preeching a bunch of nonsense over the internet. I can only imagine what some of your lives are like because of how much time you waste spreading garbage over online everyday, just pathetic. Damn, I might just start skipping over the political posts because this sh*t is getting old. SMDH
171.
Renni
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Palin did A LOT better than I expected.However, it’s not enough for me to vote her into the White House.
172.
JUDAH
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
@170
Enough with the nig*er nonsense, lol. Why type two paragraphs worth of bullsh*t for topics that you believe are worn out? The only people that complain about how much people post are people that spend an equal amount of time reading posts and have no thoughts of their own. Two months ago a dumbass like yourself would’ve said, “I’m tired of certain people coming on here talkin’ about how the American economy is gonna fall. Get a life.”, lol. Idiot.
173.
Melissa
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
she cracked me up when she said “aww say it aint so joe” in her little accent
174.
bobbi
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
sigh, judah, kenny
why dont u guys just exchange numbers? all these damn post!
175.
A SIDE LINE OBAMA SUPPORTER
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
this is my first time ever commenting on a post but i couldn’t resist d urge.
i for one believe in agreeing to disagree and so i respect everyone’s opinion on this post except that of JUDAH’S! or whatever he is called.
quite frankly SIR b’cos i bet my bank account on d fact that u are a grumpy old frustrated idiot who thinks everything less of himself and feels d need 2 bring down his own identity or whatever he is affiliated with.
that assassination comment was totally unncessary and u know it. now before u go on callin me a negro or whatever, bear in mind that i am NOT African American so anything u say will basically ensue nothing but hilarity 2 me.
i just feel bad for d african american population! really i do! i cringe at the thought of ur population never ever moving forward and part of the reason can be attributed 2 articulated, well spoken, educated, frustrated maggots like Judas who will not leave THE SLAVE MENTALITY alone. and believe it or not an obama assassination will not be taken likely.
i laugh @ the thought of not voting obama in d office…not b’cos he’s black but b’cos he’s probably d closest 2 a new generation of hope ur generation will ever see.
believe it or not, i was skeptical of the man b’cos he is black but there should not even be a question as to who would make a better president btwn Mccain and him.
with all that said, i rest my case. Barack d vote if ya will or heck Palin d vote, @ d end of the day, u have d choice of moving 4ward or not.
176.
ANGRY MAN
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
DEAR SARAH PALIN:
177.
ANGRY MAN
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
DEAR SARAH PALIN;
YOU SUCKED LAST NIGHT! YOU GOT YOUR ASS W H O O P E D!!!!
YOUR REDNECK LINGO WAS A W FU L!!!!!
YOU DIDN’T ANSWER SH!T LAST NIGHT. YOU DANCED AROUND QUESTIONS LIKE YOU WERE DOING THE HOKEY POKEY!! YOU MAKE ME C R I N G E !!
WITH YOUR INEXPERIENCED, UNEDUCATED, COUNTRY ASS.
178.
A&E
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
I can sense Palin ‘12 signs showing up in the next 4 years, with the way she was boasting herself and talking about what SHE has done for Alaska and her plans and whatnot. Seriously though, I’m scared as hell thinking about how close this woman is to the presidency. If Mccain won and something happened to him, this woman would be our president. Scary thought, huh? How will she handle the economy, foreign policy, war, etc. Being the governor of alaska is a lot different than being president of the United States of America.
179.
whew
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
We need to keep going back and forward because this is our future. If this was a Beyonce post people would be all in her ass praising her, and giving her credit for doing nothing in real life.
180.
Chinky_Brown
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
I wish I counted how many times she said “mavericks” and “Alaska”?
I hate that the media is giving her credit when she didn’t answer 10 SPECIFIC questions…at times Gewn even made them multiple choice…
Biden was GREAT…knowledgeable and compassionate!
181.
Mel
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
I totally agree with everything Angel is sayn bout Palin…she just isn’t president material…I must say a woman isn’t ready to run dis country…she speaks on things such as gas prices & how in alaska she made them affordable for the people but I checked and their gas price is at $4 something a gallon…so how in the hell do she plan on lowering our gas prices when the damn country she ran gas prices are higher than ours as of today…excuse my language but dat trick need to take her ass back to alaska…damn right its time for a change…OBAMA 08 is the change we need to make!
182.
christine
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
Hockey mom! WTF!! I am black! I don’t know s**t about no damn hockey. Its obvious she only appeals to white folks. And to think people want this idiot who thinks she see russia from her house as the next vice president. Hah!!
183.
GLAD-IM-NO-HATER
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
sarah was boring.animated and still avoided the key issues. she babbles and will put you to sleep. she continue to revert back to her safe zone which was energy WTF????? there is no way you can give her props on this debate she only recited what was told to her and any college student can do that!!!! OBAMA/BIDEN ALL DAY 08
OBAMA/BIDEN ALL DAY 08
OBAMA/BIDEN ALL DAY 08
OBAMA/BIDEN ALL DAY 08
OBAMA/BIDEN ALL DAY 08
184.
Anonymous
Friday, October 3, 2008 /
SARAH PALIN IS ONE COCKY B1TCH
185.
JustAThought
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
If a medical student was extremely weak in physiology and consequently COULD NOT pass the boards, would we lower the bar? NO
If a law student was weak at writing and public speaking, would a law firm LOWER THE BAR for that candidate? NO
So, why are we lowering the bar for the V.P. Position?
I’m two years removed from college, and this is the first election I’ve truly followed. Sadly, I’m very dishearten by what I see. It seems to me that people are more concerned about putting their political parties first over the well being of country. Personally, I think Obama will win this November. However, the audacity of the GOP allowing this radical pick to fly literally SCARES ME. I will continue to pray.
186.
PhillyJawn
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
Palin: “Dog gonnit”…”Darn”
People are actually arguing who did a better job during this debacle. Anyway, this whole election is ridiculous the only thing they’re accomplishing is distracting the masses even more.
187.
B Real
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
@ Palin Stan
Let’s be real. She didn’t say “This is to all the mom’s out there!” She said “hockey moms” Palin was specific and that gives people a feeling of being ‘left out’. Like the comment she made about Biden not knowing what it’s like to raise children alone. That hurt Biden’s feelings. That wasn’t toward race…it was toward sex. Everyone knows that man is a single parent, and why. And why should she know better than he? Her husband is a stay at home dad, supposedly. Plus, I didn’t like the way she commented on letting gay couples be able to see each other in hospitals. “No. That would lead to them wanting gay marriage.” What! Is she sick?! Anyone in there time of need should be able to see the one’s closest to them.
No one’s saying she’s a racist! But everything points to her being “prejudiced” and that is why we want change. Please don’t let this prejudiced woman into the white house.
Secondly, what makes her call herself middle class? I’m either confused or she is.
188.
Leta354
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
I’m ready to throw the switch for a real change. The Republicans really scraped the bottome of the barrel when they chose gunslinger Sarah. SHe responds like she’s running for prom queen than vice president of the US. I have NO faith in her or McCain - who seems like he’s on the brink of Alzheimer’s
189.
The Color Purple
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
Pass it on.
Please, please advise everyone you know that they absolutely can NOT go to the polls wearing any Obama (or whoever you are voting for) shirts, pins, hats, etc. It is AGAINST THE LAW and will be grounds to have the polling officials to turn you away. This is considered campaigning and no one can campaign within X amount of feet of the polls. They are banking on us being overly excited and not being aware of this long standing law that you can bet will be ENFORCED THIS YEAR!!!!!
They are banking that if you are turned away, you will not go home and change your clothes and return to the polls to vote. Please just don’t wear ANY gear of any sorts to the polls! Please share this information with as many people as you can. If you are already aware of this, please don’t take it as insulting your intelligence.
Have a great day and see you at the polls on or BEFORE November 4th.
A CHANGE IS COMING ! ! !
190.
Tianni
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
Palin may have redemed herself since the Katie Couric interview, but she still has proved that she is NOT READY to be VICE PRESIDENT. She needs to go back to her “tiny” town in Alaska and continue Governing there & killing Mooses & ice fishing with her family & towns people. Its funny how she & McCain are so quick to say how Obama is so “in-experienced & lacks experience” but what experience does this Palin chick have other than Governing a town that isn’t even half the size of Brooklyn! Her tired rehearsed lines & eye winks, & rehearsed answers, and fake smiles made her look like a babbling fool! Biden blew her ass out the water (clearly the winner of the Debate)
Its amazing how easily sucked into this womans FAKE smile, & phony Persona. It amazes me how some women look up to that woman, as if she is some type of super hero for all women. BS!!! Some folks can’t see past the glossy lipstick, and mascara. This ELECTION is a NO-BRAINER!!
It’ll be a SAD DAY for AMERICA if McCAIN /PALIN wins this election…A VERY SAD DAY!
Im REGISTERED! I WILL BE VOTING ON NOVEMBER 4TH 2008!
OBAMA ‘08!!!!
191.
MixedChick
Saturday, October 4, 2008 /
1. AFTER SEEING THE DEBATE IT’S CLEAR THE DEMOCRATIC TICK ET IS ALL WRONG, JOE BIDEN SHOULD BE ON THE TOP.
2. IF PALIN HAD 18 MONTHS OF CAMPAIGN TRAINING LIKE OBAMA HAS HAD, PLUS HER EXPERIENCE AND GRIT, SHE WOULD BE LEADING FOR PRESIDENT.
3. LET THERE BE NO MISTAKE IN UNDERSTANDING THAT THIS FINANCIAL MELTDOWN HAPPENED UNDER THE DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSIONAL WATCH.
192.
FancyFace
Sunday, October 5, 2008 /
I’m just ticked that the media isn’t bashing and ripping up her every word. If she had been Barack Obama they would bagger her 24-7. Just goes to show that the gov’t thinks we’re lame, sure just throw some lily white of white woman in their faces and they’ll love her. Not. Palin just showed me how royally fake a white woman could be. She had this silly smirk on her face whenever she couldn’t answer a question. Sord of like that smirk you get from a white woman a bank when she’s turning down your loan. Obama08 or suffer the consenquences.
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