"Who am I? Why am I here?"
-James Stockdale
With those words, the 1992 Vice Presidential Debate kicked off with a roaring start. I love this moment...not because I thought poorly of the man, but because I thought it represneted something new and refreshing: honesty. Even though Stockdale and Perot did not win the election, it can be argued that they were a serious influence (getting 19% of the vote can do that for you).
Tonight, we seem to be headed toward a similar moment. With Obama/Biden stretching out their lead, and everyone questioning McCain's selection for VP, Palin might be asking that same question. What can she do? Be honest and be herself - don't sugarcoat anything, because a bunch of fluff isn't going to cut it this year. Tonight's debate should be entertaining (on so many levels). When it is over, be sure to jump over to the right and take the latest poll (it will be active at 10p ET).
Answer to yesterday's TV question: Pushing Daisies. This was one of the few shows I always tuned if to watch last year, and I am hapy that ABC brought it back. If you haven't seen it, take a chance on it; if the FCPolitGal and I both enjoy a show, it must be really good (or very strange) - either way, you're sure to be entertained.
While wondering whether I will be able to watch tonight's debate without wanting to turn the TV off (probably not)...
1992 Vice Presidential Debate
All eyes on St. Louis
Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin and her Democratic rival, Joe Biden, are each set to fly into St. Louis this afternoon for a pivotal political showdown tonight that could have a significant impact on the nation's presidential contest. >>
STLtoday
10 answers for Sarah Palin
On the one hand, Sarah Palin says that “gotcha journalism” is a very bad thing, but on the other hand, she has told reporters, “You can even play 'stump the candidate' if you want to.” >>
Politico
St. Louis showdown
Ever since Sarah Palin's surprise selection as the Republican vice presidential nominee, Democratic counterpart Joe Biden has been flying mostly under the radar. It has been a bumpy ride at times. >>
USAToday
VP debate could be politically pivotal
Sarah Palin must sound authoritative and authentic. Joe Biden must sound informed and inoffensive. Both need to reach through the television to connect with middle America. >>
Los Angeles Times
Palin May Find the Bubba Vote Isn't Enough
ust as every Super Bowl is going to be the game of the century, tonight's face-off between Governor Sarah Palin and Senator Joe Biden is touted as settling once and for all, well, nothing. History tells us that no one but family members cast votes for vice president. >>
Bloomberg
Liberals Sneer, Americans Cheer
Regardless of how well Sarah Palin does in Thursday's debate, conservatives would be astounded if the major media acknowledged her success. >>
Investors Business Daily
Biden, Aides Focus On Tone of Debate
Sen. Joseph R. Biden Jr. spent the past several days at a hotel in Wilmington, Del., preparing for tonight's vice presidential debate in St. Louis, surrounded by a clutch of top aides and Democratic strategists. >>
Washington Post
Will Biden Gaffe? Will Palin Be Set Free?
Everyone from Bill Kristol to Mitt Romney to Byron York has advice for the McCain camp: free Sarah Palin. >>
Pajamas Media
Bonus Stockdale Video
5 days until the second Presidential debate in Nashville, TN.
13 days until the final Presidential debate in Hempstead, NY.
33 days until Election Day.
110 days until Presidential Inauguration.
-RSKnopfJr
PS - I hope you enjoy the new look. I was just in the mood for a temporary change, and pumpkin orange seemed the way to go.
I cannot get the time on the poll to work correctly, so I just made it live. I'm counting on you to watch, listen to, or read about the debate before you vote.
-RSKnopfJr
Posted by: FCPolitico | October 02, 2008 at 06:11 PM