THE NEW HAMPSHIRE DEBATE

The New Hampshire debate is over. It was less of a debate and more of a “powder puff” throwing contest. Romney was eager to make a good first impression. None of the others dwelt on his Massachusetts health care that was the blueprint for Obama Care. Romney, as well as the others, spent time pointing out the short comings of Obama.

Tim Pawlenty did not press the issue of Obama Care. He is the one who coined the term “Obamneycare. “ He missed his chance to make the point that he could present a better alternative.

Michele Bachman announced that she had filed official paper work to get in the race. She did make the statement, “I will not rest until I repeal Obama Care.”

Herman Cain was the clear winner in the South Carolina Debate, but only held his own last night. I expected more from him.

Rick Santorum has critized his rivals in the past, but last night chose to “toot his own horn”, instead of going on the attack.

Newt Gingrich did little to redeem himself. Maybe it is time for him to pull out of the race. He could play a critical part as part of a Republican administration, but I don’t think he could win against Obama. He missed his chance to come across as a fresh candidate with new ideas.

Howard Cain proclaimed that “I am not a politician”. He lacks a voting record that others can pick apart. This may be good for him.

Ron Paul, the congressman from Texas came across as a fringe candidate.

All in all it was interesting, but there seemed to be no clear winner. We will wait and see.

Stan Elrod