Debate

It was interesting watching the debate from an academic standpoint and examining each candidate’s position and presentation. I will mainly focus this blog on their presentation not the content.

This debate was much more interesting and heated than the first debate. The main reason was because President Obama appeared more prepared and confident.  Some viewers will not fully understand the questions and responses, and they will base their decisions on the more eloquent and confident speaker. Tonight, I believe President Obama handled himself more professionally and answered the questions to a better extent.  Mitt Romney sat in the background smirking at Obama and constantly interrupting him.  Romney also portrayed an aggressive, confrontational attitude towards Obama.  At one point, I thought Romney was going to punch Obama! This was definitely a heated debate, both physically and about the substance of questions asked.

Obama appeared to answer the questions better. He used specific, personal examples. He also addressed the audience in caring, motivational way.  On the contrast, Romney spit out statistics, but he had no continuation to back them up. He kept mentioning his “5 Step Plan,” but he did not expand on his plan.  Both candidates addressed touchy subjects and handled them well.  They were both so motivated to share their views that there were constant interruptions. I have seen other debates, but none as spirited as the debate tonight.

Aside from a few discussions, I feel like the candidates stayed on topic and answered the intended question. This debate confirmed my voting decision.