Thoughts on last Presidential Debate

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I watched the debate the other night too, and I have to confess I had a very mixed reaction. I was very impressed by Senator McCain's opening remarks about what he would do regarding the housing crisis, but I was disappointed when he did not expand on his full economic plan. I've noticed in the recent Obama ads that he very clearly outlines his entire economic plan. I would like to see Senator McCain get off the usual rhetoric, and counter with more of the same. I agree with hockey mom and young conservative, who state that the time is past for the usual political mudslinging, and SPECIFICS as to what Senator MCain plans to do if we trust him with the Presidency. My husband James says it reminds him of the scenario in the American President, where the President's opponent in the campaign was essentially the only voice being heard, even when the President's advisors were begging him to respond forcefully. It was not until he did that things began to turn around. I think the same principle applies here. I greatly respect Senator MCain's record as a veteran and a war hero, and his years of experience in Washington. I also respect his willingness to stand firmly for what he believes is right, even if it costs his position among members of his own party. However, I do not think that these factors alone are enough to get him elected. His opponent is considerably younger, and very articulate. I think that this can put the Senator at a great disadvantage. It's all well and good to "speak softly and carry a big stick", but sometimes just as Our Lord overturned the moneychangers in the Temple, it's necessary to swing the stick! To me, this does not mean attacking his opponent's character, or questioning his past associations! Chances are we have all done or said things in our past that we later regret. To me it does mean standing up to Obama's attacks the way he stands up to opponents on the Senate floor! It means emphasizing his experience with the workings of government and foreign policy. It means coming up with a specific step by step plan for the country! I think the Senator was wrong to say that he could handle three major objectives like Social Security, health care, and the housing crisis all at once! While that's ambitious and commendable, to handle any one or even two of those at one time would be a daunting task! I think the Senator must speak in terms of SPECIFICS and PRIORITIES, and he must do so ASAP! I know for our family we must prioritize what gets paid every month. We are facing having to sell your house to avoid foreclosure, and a move across the country so that my husband can get promoted for his job. Either of which we are fully in favor of! But I don't think the debate was all bad. I think that while Senator Obama was talking to the camera, Senator MCain talked to the people, and was not afraid to touch them! I noticed that Senator Obama by contrast hung back, and made little or no contact with anyone! Now all Senator McCain needs to do is tell people in very SPECIFIC and uncertain terms what he intends to do, and he has the election won! By the way, Gov. Palin, you rock! FINALLY a woman who has not been brainwashed by all the feminist rhetoric, but is definitely strong and is not afraid to stand up for GOD and FAMILY! Thank you for choosing life for your son and your soon to be grandchild! I am a disabled mother of two beautiful, healthy young women and I wouldn't trade them for the world!