McCain campaign proposes putting off VP debate indefinitely....

[Mr. Peabody]

This isn't a joke.

Per CNN.....

September 24, 2008
McCain camp to propose postponing VP debate
Posted: 07:08 PM ET

From CNN Correspondent Dana Bash

Biden and Palin are set to debate October 2.

(CNN) — McCain supporter Sen. Lindsey Graham tells CNN the McCain campaign is proposing to the Presidential Debate Commission and the Obama camp that if there's no bailout deal by Friday, the first presidential debate should take the place of the VP debate, currently scheduled for next Thursday, October 2 in St. Louis.

In this scenario, the vice presidential debate between Joe Biden and Sarah Palin would be rescheduled for a date yet to be determined, and take place in Oxford, Mississippi, currently slated to be the site of the first presidential faceoff this Friday.

Graham says the McCain camp is well aware of the position of the Obama campaign and the debate commission that the debate should go on as planned — but both he and another senior McCain adviser insist the Republican nominee will not go to the debate Friday if there's no deal on the bailout.

Filed under: Presidential Debates

I guess Palin needs to be in DC to help solve the economic crisis.....

[Shastafarian]

This isn't a joke.

Per CNN.....



I guess Palin needs to be in DC to help solve the economic crisis.....

Hey I would love to have the Presidential debate at my Alma mater. But this is ridiculous.

[Spurminator]

Just as surprisingly, Clay Aiken came out of the closet today.

[JoeChalupa]

Just as surprisingly, Clay Aiken came out of the closet today.

^RACK!!

[baseline bum]

Wow. that. better answer some ing questions if she's trying to get elected.

[baseline bum]

So why don't we have the VP debate then Friday, John?

[lurker]

Perhaps he wants it to be postponed because of her disaster interview with Katie Couric.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/...n4476173.shtml

Couric: You've said, quote, "John McCain will reform the way Wall Street does business." Other than supporting stricter regulations of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac two years ago, can you give us any more example of his leading the charge for more oversight?

Palin: I think that the example that you just cited, with his warnings two years ago about Fannie and Freddie - that, that's paramount. That's more than a heck of a lot of other senators and representatives did for us.

Couric: But he's been in Congress for 26 years. He's been chairman of the powerful Commerce Committee. And he has almost always sided with less regulation, not more.

Palin: He's also known as the maverick though, taking shots from his own party, and certainly taking shots from the other party. Trying to get people to understand what he's been talking about - the need to reform government.

Couric: But can you give me any other concrete examples? Because I know you've said Barack Obama is a lot of talk and no action. Can you give me any other examples in his 26 years of John McCain truly taking a stand on this?

Palin: I can give you examples of things that John McCain has done, that has shown his foresight, his pragmatism, and his leadership abilities. And that is what America needs today.

Couric: I'm just going to ask you one more time - not to belabor the point. Specific examples in his 26 years of pushing for more regulation.

Palin: I'll try to find you some and I'll bring them to you.

[101A]

Perhaps he wants it to be postponed because of her disaster interview with Katie Couric.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/...n4476173.shtml

I love it when a politician gets asked real, tough quesitons, and they have no answer.

Unfortunately, it happens very rarely.

I wish all politicians were questioned in this same manner.

Has anyone asked Obama or Biden what THEY have done to reform Wal-street in their time in the Senate? They, also, have both promised to do so IF ELECTED. Just saying, as far as I know, they would have to answer, "No". Of course, they would be more skilled at dodging than Palin is. She did very poorly on that exchange.

[Findog]

He's also known as the maverick though

What the does that even mean at this point?

[baseline bum]

She didn't look hot in that interview, and really, that's all she has to run on is the sex appeal.

[Findog]

I just want to know if any McCain supporters can answer why she gets shielded from the same level of press scrutiny as the other 3 guys. Isn't the way the McCain campaign uses her strike you as sexist?

[ElNono]

Wow. Now I understand why they keep her under wraps. I'm not just talking about the quoted parts. Stuff like this:

Couric: Would you support a moratorium on foreclosures to help average Americans keep their homes?

Palin: That's something that John McCain and I have both been discussing - whether that ... is part of the solution or not. You know, it's going to be a multi-faceted solution that has to be found here.

Couric: So you haven't decided whether you'll support it or not?

Palin: I have not.

Couric: What are the pros and cons of it do you think?

Palin: Oh, well, some decisions that have been made poorly should not be rewarded, of course.

Couric: By consumers, you're saying?

Palin: Consumers - and those who were predator lenders also. That's, you know, that has to be considered also. But again, it's got to be a comprehensive, long-term solution found ... for this problem that America is facing today. As I say, we are getting into crisis mode here.

...is terrible. I have to think she was nervous.

[Mr. Body]

I will feel better when there's no chance she'll be running the country. I'm as white as a sheet.

[mookie2001]

i was looking forward to biden ruining palin like no other, god it wouldve been a bloodbath


they should put off the election too

[Findog]

After watching that interview with Gibson, I was convinced he was more qualified to be Veep than her. Add Katie Couric to the list. She's so ing clueless.

[Shastafarian]

I almost feel bad for her...almost. She got herself into this. If she can't handle tough questions, then it's her own damn fault.

[Findog]

Is McCain wishing he had Romney right about now? He'd be making a strong play for Michigan, independent voters in general, and his campaign wouldn't be on the defensive on economic issues.

[j-6]

Like the Marriott's of the world care about the VP debate. They're still pissy that they can't watch America's Got Talent until Dubya finishes his speech tonight. Thank God he's not preempting Dancing With the Stars - the economy might collapse under the amount of paid text messages ABC is missing out on.

[baseline bum]

* sound of crickets chirping from the right *

[Findog]

Even the National Review thinks this reeks of desperation. It was jarring to hear Charles Krauthammer praise Obama.

[Shastafarian]

Even the National Review thinks this reeks of desperation. It was jarring to hear Charles Krauthammer praise Obama.

I hope people checked for frost.

[KenMcCoy]

Everything is going to go as scheduled...I think McCain will show up at the debate Friday at the last minute...then Palin-Biden will be just as scheduled as well.

[Cant_Be_Faded]

ROFLROFL
"He's also known as a maverick though"

wtf???? What a stupid bimbo !!

[Shastafarian]

Everything is going to go as scheduled...I think McCain will show up at the debate Friday at the last minute...then Palin-Biden will be just as scheduled as well.

People in the media and Barney Frank are saying a deal is gonna get done soon. Keep in mind this is before McCain has left for Washington.

[MannyIsGod]

I thought for sure this thread was a joke when I saw it....