by Lynn on October 2, 2008
It’s too late to put together a well reasoned thoughtful post on the debate. And besides, I like using bullet points. So, some semi-random thoughts on the debate.
- The two candidates had different goals. Biden’s goal was to attack McCain. Palin’s goal was to reassure Americans that she is the real deal. Both did an admirably job of accomplishing their goal
- You will hear pundits talk about who won on “points.” This is because all those journalists went to some Ivy League school where they had to take a debate class which was scored on whether you answered every point your opponent made. But this is a public political debate. It’s the political equivalent of “Whose Line is it Anyway?” The points don’t matter.
- I thought Joe Biden sounded pretty good the first half of the debate. But the last 30 minutes he seemed to get angry and slightly flustered.
- Can anyone explain to me why Obama and Biden think going to war in Iraq is unforgivable, but going to war in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Darfur, and Bosnia is just peachy? For bonus points explain to me how they will not allow Iran to get nukes, since any discussion of moving against Iran is war-mongering?
- Is there anyone in the country besides Joe Biden who really thinks John McCain wanted to cut off funding for the troops?
- Palin made no serious mistakes, looked great, talked directly to Americans and generally looked competent. Early reactions seem to indicate most people liked Sarah. A bad performance could have nearly derailed the McCain campaign, which is suffering this week. Her strong performance will allow the McCain campaign to turn their attention fully toward the remaining debates and final push. Biden didn’t land any blows against McCain that haven’t already been repeated a dozen times. Therefore, advantage Palin.
by Lynn on October 2, 2008
My friend Rip Van Winkle is running for state representative in the 37th district.
When it comes to being a conservative, Rip is the real deal. Rip lives in Van Buren county and was elected to the county commission despite being a Republican in a Democrat-leaning county.
Check out his website, VanWinkle37.com.
And if you get a chance to meet Rip, get him aside for a few minutes and ask him how he got his name…
by Lynn on October 2, 2008
I wanted to be sure and invite you to a multi-county event in Manchester, TN. The local Republican parties in southern middle Tennessee are hosting a Republican dinner & rally next Thursday night.
Speakers include local candidates Judd Matheny, Steve Heath & Mike Niederhauser. Also present will be Jason Mumpower, and the keynote speaker will be Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey. Ticket sales are due this Saturday.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
5:30 pm - Social Hour
Manchester/Coffee County Convention Center
near Exit 114 (off of I-24) & US 41 147 Hospitality Blvd., Manchester, Tennessee
Sit Down Meal - Entertainment provided by Dr. Jerry Anderson
$30 – Single/ $55 – Couple
Please RSVP 931-841-6484 (931-723-0591 after 3 pm)
Attire - Business Casual
by Lynn on October 1, 2008
In my inbox this morning…
Obama super-delegate and supporter, Phil Bredesen, welcomed in Winchester as he campaigns for fellow Democrats and Obama supporters Fraley and Stewart
Winchester, TN- In a county where the presidential race has been largely one sided, the Franklin County Republican Party welcomes Barack Obama super-delegate and supporter Phil Bredesen to the area. Bredesen’s visit to Franklin County and support for local candidates is part of the Obama campaign’s “Fifty State Strategy” to send Obama to the White House and bring the liberal Obama agenda to all fifty statehouses including Nashville, where Obama’s party already controls the state House and is aiming to take control of the state Senate.
“We welcome the Obama campaign to Franklin County as we support a healthy dialogue in this presidential race,” said Franklin County Republican Women’s Chair Jan Doran. She added that while support in the area for the Republican ticket of Sen. John McCain and Gov. Sarah Palin has been very strong, “It’s nice to see that local Democrats are lining up behind their presidential candidate”.
Obama, a lifelong Democrat like Fraley and Stewart, has campaigned in France and Germany more recently than in Tennessee however Mr. Bredesen has kept the Obama campaign going here in Tennessee and now in Franklin County with appearances in support of the first-term junior senator from Chicago.
