Before I start my entry today, I want to say that I definitely do NOT know everything. I know very little about politics and how they actually work, and I think there is just too much information for me to be completely informed. If you believe I am horribly misinformed, please feel free to click on the “respond” weblink at the bottom of my post or on the “e-mail” link under my ugly mug to the right of the postings. I love getting feedback, even if it’s only a short note to tell me I’m a complete idiot. :)
I ABSOLUTELY agree with fellow blogger Michael when he says that no one actually wins a debate . I think it’s the connection with the people, not what you say in a debate that helps a candidate the most in an election. True, if you speak in circles and tell lies that will hurt you, but conversely, if you talk over the heads of people like me, you also lose them.
I must just be slow, as Kerry just did not pull ahead with me. I know I’m putting my life on the line, but if I had a gun to my head right now and had to vote for SOMEONE, I would have to say my vote would be for Bush.
Before I found the transcripts of the debates online this morning (I’m a much better visual learner than aural learner - thanks again MSNBC!! ), I was trying to remember everything and having a really rough time. I tried very hard to listen to everything and attempted to put it all together myself, but I got really bored. (It was late, and I think I have a short attention span, like those I blogged about a couple of days ago…)
I’m sorry, but I want more information (again). I know, I’m insatiable when it comes to the information in this election, but I don’t want to make a rash decision in choosing a president. I want to know how Kerry will back the statements he made last night. I want to know if Bush is changing strategy to “fix” the situation in Iraq, or whether he’s just going to keep on plugging on in the same direction he’s been going the last 2-3 years.
IMHO, I think Kerry is not connecting with me. He reminds me too much of Skeletor (does anyone else remember He-Man?) and he’s just such a stiff that I cannot see him leading our country with any sort of personable presence. (However, he does command a strong presence and seems like he would take control swiftly and completely.)
On the other hand, Bush reminds me of a little kid dressing up in his dad’s suit. Literally. He would scrunch his face up like he just tried Brussels sprouts for the first time when Kerry said something he didn’t agree with. I’m more inclined to vote Bush in so he can fix what he’s broken, as he has more experience leading a governing body than Kerry has. (i.e. Bush has been a governor and a president…I believe Kerry has only been a senator? Correct me if I am wrong, please!)
I’m back on that proverbial fence…hoping someone gives me a nice hard shove in one direction or the other…it’s getting a little uncomfortable.
Also, I had the great opportunity to watch the debates from the Seattle Times HQ last night, with Eric Lacitis. (Check out the article…please don’t laugh at my ugly picture! )
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