Silence is Deafening
September 26, 2008 – 9:24 pmWhoa.
I just read something that I have to share. First, some context and a little opinion.
The microphones of the 2008 presidential elections were turned off about an hour and a half ago. The debate after the debate continues, with every single news channel going to the panel to decide who won the first round. Predictably, Republicans are claiming victory for McCain while Democrats claim victory for Obama.
Now, as far as the actual debate is concerned, I’d consider it a draw. This is my opinion. McCain won by turning questions about the economy to questions about taxes. You can fact check McCain’s actual claims, but you can’t deny that taxes are McCain’s strength. By contrast, Obama won on personality, which is surprising, since McCain aides said this election was ABOUT personality. Obama stood up straight, spoke in a confident but genuine manner while McCain glowered and glared and refused to look Obama in the eye. Again, this is just my opinion.
However, Pat Buchanan made a point… I know, I’m referencing that guy, but his point is valid. That history has shown that post debate discussions shape who the country believes won the debate. And it is on this note that I have found an astonishing advantage for Obama.
A little snippet in Rocky Mountain News struck me like a truck…
Democrat Joe Biden made the round of post-debate television shows. NBC and CNN said they invited McCain’s running mate, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, who has granted only three interviews since joining the ticket a month ago, but she declined.
Whoa.
This is not surprising when you consider the cone of silence around Sarah Palin, and maybe her disastrous interview with Katie Couric proves this is for good reason.
But still. Your running mate. Your second in command. Your brother/sister in arms. Your PIT BULL! Silent! The one person who is SUPPOSED to appear after a debate and defend you against your opponents outrageous claims and attacks. SILENT!
Meanwhile, Joe was on every post-debate network. And, as we all know, Joe Biden is anything but silent.
Whoa… and wow…
Chris
One Response to “Silence is Deafening”
It will be really interesting to see what the vp debate looks like afterward. Given the recent Palin interview with Katie Couric I am assuming that even those in her camp will be admitting defeat.
If you haven’t seen it or heard it yet - you really have to look it up.
By Scott on Sep 30, 2008