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1. #1
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:16 pm, zorro said:

   Wake me up when it’s over.

   …me too

2. #2
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:18 pm, cpodug said:

   Debate?? We don’t need no stinkin’ debate!!!

3. #3
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:18 pm, Gothguy said:

   I am watching it. Ron Paul comes off as, well, Ron Paul.

4. #4
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:23 pm, NeoConNews said:

   A little bleach will get that Ron Paul out quite nicely, Gothguy.

5. #5
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:24 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

   I’m going to clip my nails or something.

   LOL. Tell us how you really feel Michelle!

   Wake me when they get someone with “gum balls”.

6. #6
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:24 pm, deepdiver said:

   I was streaming it at work – the constant staff and customer interruptions were the only thing keeping me awake … even my computer kept slipping into “sleep mode”. The sad thing is, this is apparently the best our leadership can do.

7. #7
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:26 pm, terrig said:

   I missed the first twenty minutes, did Chris Matthews apologize for being an a$$? Right now they’re on taxes and Rudy is talking about beating President Clinton at a court case.
   Fred’s on now & I’m worried.

8. #8
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:27 pm, Gothguy said:

   Rudy and Mitt are talking about tax cutting, and the differences between their plans…Romney is hammering Rudy about the line item veto, and Rudy is hammering away about why the line item veto is constitutional.

   Fred’s up with a question about jobs being lost. Fred responds with lowering taxes, opening the markets, decreased regulations.

9. #9
   On October 9th, 2007 at 4:32 pm, Gothguy said:

   So far, McCain is coming across as level headed and calm.

   Tancreado tries to get his point across, but for some reason, he keeps stumbling on his words. Mitt comes across as very smart about business, intellectual property, etc.

10. #10
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:38 pm, cwdancer said:

    I was hoping for a “play by play” here. I’m at work so cannot watch until the re-broadcast – but I can read…LOL Also, love the quips that come with it.

    Still being open as to my primary vote in the Great Republic of Texas (with the exception of the Teddy Kennedy RINO and reminders of Ross Perot)I’m looking and listening to all I can.

11. #11
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:40 pm, Gothguy said:

    Rudy, Ron Paul, and Huckabee are talking and free trade agreements, Dubai ownership in NASDAQ, etc. Mitt’s up…basically same thing.

    Fred…scrutinize the deals before making any agreements. Hunter is against these deals, unless reciprocal tariffs are in place. Tancreado basically dittos Hunter’s argument.

12. #12
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:43 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Fred looks tired, and he’s not speaking loud enough.

13. #13
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:45 pm, swj719AWG said:

    I’d rather get packed full of glass shards than watch these debates…

14. #14
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:45 pm, Gothguy said:

    Break time:

    So far in my analysis, Ron Paul is basically being ignored, as is Brownback. Huckabee wasn’t asked many questions either.

    Mitt and Rudy had some good point counterpoints with each other. Hunter and Tancreado come across as strong, and for his first debate, Fred is holding his own.

    So far, no Chris Matthews ‘gotcha’ moments.

15. #15
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:52 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Seantor switchback talks about WMD’s and splitting up Iraq.

16. #16
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:53 pm, Gothguy said:

    Fred’s up…very loud and clear about the war, and *shock*, calls it a globall war with ‘Islamofascism*, as it is.

    McCain is for the war, but not the previous plan for it. Ron’s up…’empire’, foreign policy…basically blame America.

    Brownback…basically supports the war, says the troops have done a fantastic job…he’s back to separating Iraq into 3 different spheres…notes he has a meeting next week with Joe Biden about it.

17. #17
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:56 pm, Gothguy said:

    Break time for me.

18. #18
    On October 9th, 2007 at 4:58 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Ron Paul should not be up there. He sounds like a war protester. A military strike is not a declaration of war.

19. #19
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:01 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Rudy just slams Ron Paul!!! “Where were you during 9/11??????”

20. #20
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:03 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Rudy is pushing nuclear (5:02pm)
    Liking him more now.

21. #21
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:05 pm, BerryG said:

    Will this ever get off the drilling off of Florida subject?

22. #22
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:06 pm, DesertLover said:

    Why do Brownback and Biden think they can force the sovereign nation of Iraq to split itself up into 3 sections … they have NO SAY SO … get a life folks …

23. #23
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:08 pm, BerryG said:

    It’s time to open up Anwar,start building refineries and reactors.

24. #24
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:09 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Mccains answer on the oil question was more comprehensive than other responses

25. #25
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:10 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:01 pm, josetheguerilla said:
    Rudy just slams Ron Paul!!! “Where were you during 9/11??????”

    And RP: “That was just 19 thugs”

    What an idiot. If that gets me banned – so be it.

26. #26
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:10 pm, BerryG said:

    Did I just hear Hill & Bill
    get called Gomer & Barney?

27. #27
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:10 pm, Gothguy said:

    Ron Paul again comes across as a buffoon…no surprise there…as josetheguerilla wrote…Rudy slams him into the sidewalk.

    Questions about fuel, exploration, etc. Nothing really exciting.

    Here we go…question to McCain about ‘big oil’ profits…should they pay higher taxes or pursue oil exploration…

    Question to Huckabee about ethanol…basic response…energy independence…nice touch about NASCAR.

    Nice response from Fred and ‘Goober and Gomer.’

28. #28
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:11 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Fred talks about Gomer and Guber.

29. #29
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:12 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Mitt on energy — there’s fear, but think of opportunity. Nuclear, and liquified coal. We can be a world leader.

30. #30
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:13 pm, Gothguy said:

    Why in the h*ll is Ron Paul up there? He is coming across as the crazy Uncle that every family has, but really tries to ignore.

31. #31
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:14 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Mccain talks about immigration reform. gag.

32. #32
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:15 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:13 pm, Gothguy said:
    Why in the h*ll is Ron Paul up there? He is coming across as the crazy Uncle that every family has, but really tries to ignore

    Comic relief?

33. #33
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:15 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Our future will be brighter than our past. Technology, innovation, capital. We need leaders who tell us the truth. I know the business world.

34. #34
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:15 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Oops,

    Mitt says:

    Our future will be brighter than our past. Technology, innovation, capital. We need leaders who tell us the truth. I know the business world.

35. #35
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:16 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Romney sounds like he talking on a commercial. I think Freds microphone is too low.

36. #36
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:18 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Rudy goes after Hillary again. Chris “I didn’t read the book” Matthews cuts him off.

37. #37
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:19 pm, Gothguy said:

    Does any one else find all the graphics and the sound when the graphic flips annoying?

38. #38
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:20 pm, BerryG said:

    Tancredo has it right. Stop panderin to special interists.Break time.

39. #39
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:20 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    Is it just me – or does Brownback remind you of Gilbert Gottfried?

    Those squinty eyes and smiles….

    And as far as Ron Paul is concerned – I think the rest of the candidates WANT him there – he makes them look better.

40. #40
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:21 pm, Gothguy said:

    On-my-soap-box,

    I think you are correct.

41. #41
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:21 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Yeah the chiming bells when it pops up “Repubs on the Economy” is sick. I wonder if the candidates hear it, but probably not.

42. #42
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:23 pm, gayle said:

    Has anyone mentioned Illegals per chance?

    I am not watching, so please fill me in.

43. #43
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:24 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    Tancredo just did before the break – said we have to stop illegal immigration.

44. #44
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:25 pm, BerryG said:

    To save social secuiity I propose that we make all Unions foot the bill

45. #45
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:26 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    Fred doesn’t seem to know when to stop his thought – that’s the way his answers are coming off to me….

    He just seems to have ‘run-on’ answers – as if he’s afraid to keep it short and simple.

46. #46
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:26 pm, Gothguy said:

    3rd rail question to Fred…Social Security…response…lower taxes, a greater and stronger economy, private accounts, index it to inflation and not wages…

47. #47
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:26 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    I cannot wait for a debate with one of these guys and Hillary. She will probably break out into her ebonic accent to keep from crying (‘cept Ron Paul).

48. #48
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:28 pm, Gothguy said:

    Gayle,

    It was mentioned briefly, but hasn’t come up as a direct question to the candidates.

49. #49
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:28 pm, BerryG said:

    Soap Box,either that or her cackle.

50. #50
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:31 pm, BerryG said:

    Here we go with all the Union talk.

51. #51
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:32 pm, Gothguy said:

    Fred doesn’t seem to know when to stop his thought – that’s the way his answers are coming off to me….

    He just seems to have ‘run-on’ answers – as if he’s afraid to keep it short and simple.

    I’ll give him a pass on that…it’s his first debate since 1994 I think.

    As one who does a lot of public speaking for my job, I have gotten a little rusty and unsure when I haven’t done it for a while.

52. #52
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:33 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Yep, I was on a union job once. They tried to kick us Americans off the job and INS came in with 2 busses and took away over 100 illegal’s with union cards. I am not a union fan.

53. #53
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:33 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    A union question from Chris matthews. Decent answer from Mccain. Romney won’t mention bad Unions. Matthews whant rudy to sing. What kinda crap is that?

54. #54
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:34 pm, bear1909 said:

    Ron Paul is to the Republicans as Al Sharpton was to the Dhimmicrats last time around.

    The whole crowd makes me tired.

    I heard today from Melanie Morgan that Chris Matthews coined the infamous Carter concept of “malaise in America” back in the day.

    Horse apple.

55. #55
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:35 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Is MSNBC a Union? Tancredo says yo momma!!!

56. #56
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:36 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Welcome Bear!

57. #57
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:38 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    I’ll give him a pass on that…it’s his first debate since 1994 I think.

    As one who does a lot of public speaking for my job, I have gotten a little rusty and unsure when I haven’t done it for a while.

    Gothguy – I understand where you’re coming from – but we’re talking about a Presidential Candidate and an accomplished actor!

    I know it’s new for him, but somebody needs to help him prepare better.

    I also speak for a living – but I’m not on National / International TV running for President.

58. #58
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:39 pm, Gothguy said:

    Fred just b*tch slapped Chris Matthews when Matthews stated that Fred should have stopped at ‘no’ when asked if the government should step in on the General Motors strike!

59. #59
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:40 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    Nice comment by Fred. Gives a short “no” intially – then expands on his answer….then Matthews ‘jokes’ that he should have just stopped at “No”.

    Fred tells Matthews, “No one asked for your opinion, Christopher.”

    Matthews is momentarily dumbfounded – you KNOW he wanted to snap back…

    HAH!

60. #60
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:41 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    HEY BEAR!

    I tried your “Bear Mush” – not bad… I don’t know if I can ‘snack’ on it all day long….

    Takes some getting used to… lol.

61. #61
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:42 pm, Gothguy said:

    jrlingreenbay,

    Trust me…I know what you are talking about, but I don’t see it as such a big deal for his first debate.

    Now, if Fred was coming across as a blathering idiot, that would be one thing, but so far, in my opinion, he is holding his own.

62. #62
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:42 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    “No one asked for your opinion, Christopher.” quote of the week!!!!!

63. #63
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:44 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    I am going to take punishment for this but, I think Chrissy is doing a pretty good job. He is a tool but I think – for the most part – he has left the stupid in the tool box.

    Fire away!

64. #64
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:44 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Opps – spoke too soon on Chrissy!

65. #65
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:45 pm, jrlingreenbay said:

    I’ll interject off-topic here for just a moment, if our kind hostess doesn’t mind:

    There is now a yahoo group devoted to regular posters here – somewhere where we can wander off onto any topic – share stories – ideas – personal stuff ( like Bear’s Recipes ) or whatever.

    No trolls allowed, please –

    If interested – follow the link:
    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FriendsofMichelleMalkin/

    All requests to join must be approved

    Note: This is NOT an official MM site – just something we ‘regular people’ decided to do.

66. #66
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:46 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Mitt on Arab-Americans feeling bias.
    We welcome people. But we’ll pursue those who preach hate into a mosque if necessary. We don’t discriminate.

67. #67
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:48 pm, Gothguy said:

    Brownback is stumbling and bumbling on the question about his choice for an economic adviser…his deer in the headlight look was very telling…

68. #68
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:50 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Ron Paul is getting laughed at!!!

69. #69
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:50 pm, Gothguy said:

    Ron Paul is spouting asinine comments again.

70. #70
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:51 pm, Paul-Cincy said:

    Paul & Tancredo won’t necessarily support the Repub nominee. Brownback will. Hunter will.

71. #71
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:51 pm, DesertLover said:

    Ron Paul … I can’t stand to even look at this idiot … why the hell isn’t he a democrap … ?

72. #72
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:55 pm, DesertLover said:

    Romney had been waiting all day for that shot … but Fred came back at him …

73. #73
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:55 pm, Gothguy said:

    Chris Matthews tries a ‘gotcha’ question with Fred about who is the Prime Minister of Canada…gee..where have we heard that kind of question before???

74. #74
    On October 9th, 2007 at 5:57 pm, Gothguy said:

    Romney keeps coming across as a commercial, except for his quip to Fred.

75. #75
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:00 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    end of dog and poney show.

76. #76
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:01 pm, josetheguerilla said:

    Fred’s quick with the combacks. I’ll give him that.

77. #77
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:03 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Okay Michelle – time to wake up!

78. #78
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:03 pm, JHSII said:

    I’ll watch when it’s actually a debate, and not 10 guys up there trying to out-sound-bite each other.

79. #79
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:03 pm, Gothguy said:

    Debate is over. Fred had a funny closing statement.

    In my opinion, the winners were Rudy, Fred, Mitt, and Hunter.

    And for the record, I am a Thompson supporter, but that does not mean if he failed to perform in this debate, I would not have said so.

80. #80
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:06 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    Someone nudge Michelle – she’s drooling.

81. #81
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:06 pm, Gothguy said:

    Oops, forgot…

    IMHO…this was not a debate, but a sound bite fest, much like all the others. I would have much rather have seen a real debate, but such is the politics now.

82. #82
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:07 pm, Gothguy said:

    Michelle,

    Wakey-wakey…:)

83. #83
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:09 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    The real debate will start when Dinocraps square off with Republicans. Then, the people will see dimocraps for who they really are – I hope.

84. #84
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:22 pm, purplepeep said:

    On-my-soap-box said:
    Ron Paul is getting laughed at!!!

    That’s hardly a newsflash, Soap!

85. #85
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:25 pm, purplepeep said:

    On-my-soap-box said:
    The real debate will start when Dinocraps square off with Republicans.

    Hmmm…wouldn’t a “cage match” be interesting? Having the whole lot of the D & R candidates debate each other in one venue?

    Would save a lotta time, too, in seperating the wheat from the chaff.

86. #86
    On October 9th, 2007 at 6:43 pm, Joshua P. Allem said:

    I clipped both toenails and fingernails last night. Now, what am I gonna do?

87. #87
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:04 pm, Boomer said:

    Too bad I missed it a rough day a work today. I did catch some of the analysis on Fox News and it sounded like I was better off being stressed out about fiscal year 2008 issues instead. I just don’t see a rock solid aggressive conservative in the top tier. I really feel Duncan Hunter is that guy, but it is like the MSM and RNC are out to marginalize him as much as possible. More than likely his tough stand on defending our national borders and properly dealing with illegal invaders is considered bad for big business.

88. #88
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:18 pm, gayle said:

    If someone in the Republican party does not take a strong stand against illegals taking over our country, I will not vote.

    What difference will it make in a few years if the illegals takeover OUR rights and rule OUR land?

89. #89
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:31 pm, terrig said:

    Gayle,
    Heard someone on the radio today (not sure if it was Laura or Rush) talking about the illegals being the biggest advantage group because they’ll talk to their legal relatives and tell them who to vote for. The person actually called them militant illegals. I’m sorry I can’t remember who said it, I was driving around to three different doctor appts. today.
    We’ve got to do something about this invasion. I don’t understand what part of illegal isn’t getting through the thick heads in Washington. Did take time out of my day to call the White House about the Texas case got a “we’re part of the world court” garbage answer but told them I am sick of illegals getting all the rights and the citizens getting the shaft.

90. #90
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:32 pm, DanME said:

    I watched the last hour.

    I’m a Mitt supporter, but I think Rudy came out on top.

    Rudy was forceful, articulate, specific

    Mitt seemed stiff as usual, too general, and not very forceful…I still think he has the best ideas and executive experience

    McCain seemed old and over the hill

    Ron Paul…I agree with him on a few issues, but I disagree with him on some important issues….I would never vote for him as President….he scares the hell out of me…he’s not Presidential material

    Fred didn’t impress me at all…he’s over rated in the polls

91. #91
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:36 pm, Rick Moran said:

    No home run for Fred. But definitely a solid double.

    He did better than just about everyone thought he would and gave it back to Matthews a couple of times.

    Rudy looked good. Romney beginning to look desperate. McCain appeared lost at times.

92. #92
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:38 pm, gayle said:

    I guess they all avoided that sore subject. They may have to actually speak the truth and that is not something WE want to hear.

    They know it too.

    I am sick to death of illegals.

    My best friend works for Social Services…..guess which “group” of women are applying for more “free” benefits than any other????

    Illegals? nope
    Blacks? nope
    Whites? nope

    Muslims? Yes.

    If that doesn’t TICK me OFF!
    I’ve never even seen but a few in this town and they are doctors……geesh?
    Where are they hiding?

93. #93
    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:41 pm, Schweggie said:

    Ya, I agree with Michelle about debate #27.

    But, if anyone wants to take gander at a little myspace page I started today to draft Savage, add me!

94. #94
    On October 9th, 2007 at 8:14 pm, BOB said:

    On October 9th, 2007 at 7:31 pm, terrig said:
    Gayle,
    Heard someone on the radio today (not sure if it was Laura or Rush) talking about the illegals being the biggest advantage group because they’ll talk to their legal relatives and tell them who to vote for. The person actually called them militant illegals. I’m sorry I can’t remember who said it, I was driving around to three different doctor appts. today.
    We’ve got to do something about this invasion. I don’t understand what part of illegal isn’t getting through the thick heads in Washington. Did take time out of my day to call the White House about the Texas case got a “we’re part of the world court” garbage answer but told them I am sick of illegals getting all the rights and the citizens getting the shaft.

    I called the White House comment line about the Texas illegal alien murderer case also. They listened to me, and of course said they would “see that the President got my comments”. You actually talked to someone who wanted to discuss the issue?

95. #95
    On October 9th, 2007 at 9:17 pm, ajmontana said:

    jrlingreenbay said:
    HEY BEAR!

    I tried your “Bear Mush”

    aj charging defibrillator.

96. #96
    On October 9th, 2007 at 9:18 pm, limmo said:

    Someone tell me again, why they’re debating now when we won’t be voting for a year? Cuz, that’s never made any sense to me. We need a constitutional ammendment-election campaigns can last 3 months, tops.

97. #97
    On October 9th, 2007 at 9:23 pm, bit_boy said:

    Re: Fred didn’t impress me at all…he’s over rated in the polls – DanMe # 90

    I don’t have anything constructive to say about the debate but I do agree with DanMe about Fred. My pet name for him is Paint. He’s about as exciting as watching paint dry. The whole thing did not stop me from cutting a 30 minute nap at the end so I missed Romney mention my favorite subject, liquid coal. The answer to our energy need from which the refinery profits could provide free higher education to those who so qualify, paid up retirement for all, and a major export to balance our foreign trade. What ever candidate catches this start is an easy presidential winner (yup, Hillary can be beat!).

    A Silver Bullet for our energy needs:

98. #98
    On October 9th, 2007 at 9:41 pm, ACHefty said:

    Zzzzzzzznraochk!

    Huh? What? Did I miss something? Sorry. Forgot to put my C-PAP breathing machine on. No more snoring. SSSSSSsssssss…….

99. #99
    On October 9th, 2007 at 10:02 pm, Mr_Conservative_Cat said:

    Maybe I’m just old-fashioned, but i’ll tune in the debate every time, because at least for me, it helps me get a more comfortable feeling (or uncomfortable) about who really stands for what, and that’s important.

    So far, it’s okay… a few flare-ups, people getting prickly, showing their true colors on some issues.

    Fred is offering folksy generalizations, no fire at dangerous times when fire is absolutely necessary.

    Most others are looking better and better, except McCain who is dropping like a rock.

100. #100
     On October 9th, 2007 at 11:51 pm, pressto said:

     Tivo is your friend on these debates.

     I do give Fred the best line when Chris told him he should have stopped at no on an answer and he shot back with “that is your opinion” Chris looked a little take back after that slap down. I just wish more of them hammered back at the questioners with some of the rediculous pushing and follow up they did in questions when they didn’t get the answer they were hoping for.