Having placed myself back “on the fence” a couple of weeks ago, I really enjoyed tonight’s debate. Watching them side-by-side was an interesting exercise.
I posted a few post-debate thoughts at TMV, here. In a nutshell, though? I think this was a good night, overall, for Obama.
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