September 27, 2008
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Next up: Sen. Biden will debate Gov. Palin.
Next up: Sen. Biden will debate Gov. Palin.

(CNN) – Now that Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain have their first presidential debate out of the way, the focus turns to their running mates.

Sen. Joe Biden and Gov. Sarah Palin will face off Thursday at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.

There's a lot of anticipation surrounding the VP debate because Palin has remained largely on script in her first month on the campaign trail.

Watch: Europe reacts to U.S. debate

While Biden has a well-earned reputation for impetuous and brutally honest remarks, he's also a long-time senator with decades of experience in the public eye.

As chairman of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, the 65-year-old Delaware senator is well versed on foreign policy.

Biden has done nearly 100 interviews since being picked as Obama's VP on August 23.

Palin, on the other hand, did her third interview with a national television network last week. On Wednesday, she held her first media availability with her traveling reporters.

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Filed under: Barack Obama • Joe Biden • John McCain • Sarah Palin


107 yr old white woman   September 27th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

The bounce that Sarah Palin brought to the GOP has began to fade. She was a new "face " to the game. The more we get to know her the only thing that really is bright is her face. This is worrying the GOP bigtime. The more she speaks the more she is turning off those early enthusiast. A pretty faces can get you ahead in the game. BUT if your words don't match your face you will have problems. From what I see is that she is being coached big time because she really do need the help. I'm not being judgemental, just listen to her yourself. You have to have a natural talent to lead or you will make big mistakes. She doesn't not seem to possess that God giving talent. You see….most people can be a politician but the will be just average. But when you have a natural talent to lead you will always be ahead regardless of " age or experience".

Rudy   September 27th, 2008 3:37 pm ET

Usually such a debate between the two VP candidates centers around their support for their respective running mate's views for the Presidency. Biden is already on record when he unequivocally said on numerous occasions that Senator Obama is NOT qualified for the position of President of the USA. Senator Clinton and former President Clinton are also on record stating clearly that Senator Obama is NOT qualified to be President of the USA. Former President Clinton left no doubt when he said "give me a break" . I would think Senators Biden and Clinton, and President Clinton's evaluation should be heavily considered when the American people vote. In all good conscience how can anyone vote for Senator Obama with his background and experience — as attested to by members of his own party. There is too much at stake to leave it in the hands of such an inexperience neophte, especially one who speaks with a "fork-tongue".

Ro   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Golly gee, that Palin is too "Gomer Pyle" for anyone to take seriously. McCain needs to dump her.

BC   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

I think McCain's bizarre behavior last week gives us a clue - my guess is that Palin won't show - a sick child, a family problem, God knows what she might come up with. The McCain campaign won't let her make a fool of herself yet again with the whole world watching…

Maritime Gal   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

I can't even imagine how Palin will ever stand up against Biden after her Katie Couric Interview. Pathetic doesn't even come close to a description on that one. I don't think I have the heart to watch Palin bury herself and McCain in another interview. Her tstatement that Canada and Russia due to narrow borders, were under her jurisdiction and power as Govenor of Alaska and worse part of the State, goes far beyond one's lack of knowledge! And then to take on Israel and Iran! But then McCain did the same Sabre Rattling last night on Iran! I fear their arrogance could possibly lead America into another War they can't afford on a military or monetary level if by some great miracle and it would have to be a Great Miracle, they would ever win the White House!

Leslie   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Palin could practice from now until doomsday and she will still be pathetic. If she can't answer a question from Couric and make sense, she dosen't stand a chance against Biden. The more interviews she gives, the more ignorant she sounds. Palin is the dumbest excuse for a vp candidate I have ever seen in my life. What is this world coming to if she is the best the republican's can come up with. Talk about shooting yourself in the foot, good grief.

ilandking   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

I know everyone is scared about the bailout but its ludacris to think that John Mccain or Barack Obama have anything to do with the bill. Neither Senator sits on any of the committees responsible for this bill. Neither has to be there and its sad that so many Republicans are too scared to realise that.

Proactive   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

@Amos, Alabama

Uppity? Comments like yours are sad and elementary at best. Take off your pointy white hat and join the 21st century when you have something forward-thinking and productive to contribute.

Angela-VA   September 27th, 2008 3:36 pm ET

Why not indirectly bail out Wall Street by providing up to $200,000.00 to American families to pay off their mortgages. In turn that money would go to the banks that are struggling financially and each side will have a feeling of win-win. If the working family does not own a home, that money could go towards the purchase of a foreclosed home.

Dave   September 27th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

Palin is going to attempt her series of one liners. This time she's not preaching to the choir, so there will be no laugh track. This is not about Alaska, this is about the USA.

Amanda   September 27th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

I think we already know how this one is gonna go..Palin might as well not even show up

Not This Time   September 27th, 2008 3:35 pm ET

She let herself get into this race, so bring it on. All's fair in love and the road to the White House.

SD   September 27th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

If the Katie Couric interview was any indication of how STU*** this woman is…….then I hope Joe goes easy on Palin for how badly he'll mop the floor with her.

OBAMA ANY DAY OF THE WEEK!!!!!

Biff   September 27th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

This is going to be EPIC……

she's got to do MORE than deliver lies from a teleprompter NOW !!

yesssssssss.

PLEASE REMEMBER … THEY ACTUALLY TRIED TO "CANCEL" THE

V.P. DEBATE TOO!!! THEY ARE FREAKING TERRIFIED…

Dan   September 27th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

From what we have seen on Sarah Palin's latest media appearances, Joe Biden is going to wipe her out… she simply lacks essential judgement to be at a heartbeat of the presidency.

Bonnie   September 27th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

"I predict Sarah Palin will leave the campaign around noon Thursday, October 2 to spend more time with her newborn and family. I predict the McCain Campaign will move Senator Lindsey Graham into the VP slot."
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Don, I think it will be Pawlenty (McCain needs those electoral votes) or his buddy Lieberman (read 'reach across the aisle'). But you're absolutely correct, they can't afford to have Palin debate Biden.

CindyN--PA   September 27th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

Here is what I really expect. Palin, "Maverick"
"Reformer"

"Earmarks"

"Drill baby Drill"

"Did I mention Maverick"??
This is all that she can say. She has no substance.
"I have foreign policy experience, because Putin may rear his head in Alaskan Airspace"….

"Alasaka is the closest state in Proximity to Russia"…

"What people???? This is all I've got"!!!!

Cam   September 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Palin will do fine in the debate. The rules have been designed to limit the opportunity for her to have to spar at all with Biden and also to not have to really flesh out her talking point answers at all.

Everyone is hyping it as the turning point, but I think people will be disappointed. Expectations on her are so low that if she even does one thing right she will be the winner. That's what the republicans want.

She is dangerously unqualified to be anywhere near the White House, but she will do fine at this debate. I think given McCain's recent mental, physical, and emotional breakdowns, the nail in the coffin has already been hammered in. McCain looked like a guy who can't get over America losing the war in Vietnam, even though his own acts of treason likely contributed to it.

Can anyone explain how you can have a "War on Terror". I mean that`s like having a war on sadness or a war on grumpiness. Terror is an emotion, a fact which the Republicans have used effectively to scare all Americans into thinking that the POTUS needs to be combative, argumentative, condescending, and rude. Sounds like McCain to me.

linda., bella vista, ar   September 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Hey, Joe just keep handing Chatty Palin the shovel. She'll dig her own hole.

Joe, just answer a question quickly with a punch line of a question for the Gov. who "On a Clear Day Can See Forever."

Democrat Voting For McCain !!!   September 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

The McCain / Palin Ticket Will Gain More Democrat Votes, Because of These Debates , McCain Skined Obama Last Night , Bet Obama Now Wishes He Cancelled The debate Last Night . ROFLMAO !!!!!

Democrat Voting McCain / Palin 2008 ,& 2012

LT for Obama   September 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

I read an article that said that the McCain staff is having a hard time getting her ready for the debate. They say she is clueless. This is something that I have known since the day that he announced her.

Moon Maiden from Lake Michigan   September 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

iT WOULD NOT SURPRISE ME IF MCCAIN CAMP DOESN'T DELAY THIS DEBATE.
OH, SARA'S BABY IS SICK SHE CAN'T ATTEND.
SARA SAYS THE SAME OLD THINGS ON THE CAMP TRAIL.
SHE WILL BE OUT IN NO TIME.
BY THE WAY OBAMA WAS VERY PRESIDENTIAL LAST NIGHT. HE SPOKE OF THE FUTURE AND NOT OLD STORIES OF THE PAST
AND HOW HE HAS A RECORD.
OH HE HAS A RECORD ALRIGHT, WAR, REACTIONARY, POOR JUDGEMENT TIGGER HAPPY AND FULL OF LIES.
NO, NO, NO MCAIN/ NO PAIN

Republican not voting for McCain/Palin   September 27th, 2008 3:32 pm ET

Palin has given 3 Press interviews and strike 3 and you're out. I've seen the interviews and still can't understand what she was saying. It was something like Russia flying in Alaska's air space that gives her Foreign Policy experience. Boy, do I feel safe. Palin would be one (1) heart beat away from a 73 year old man that has had cancer 4 times. Palin is a Dictator - get in her way and you are history.

Palin is horrible and sickening. McCain failed the American People. We deserved his VP to be vetted.

Barack Obama is going to be one of our greatest Presidents.

kim   September 27th, 2008 3:31 pm ET

don't be surpise if thay say she si out and and some one goes in for her.

let's take our country back   September 27th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

BIDEN IS GOING TO ANNIHILATE SARAH PALIN!
This should be quite fun :-D

I guess I should be careful or the GOP might label me a sexist…

BOJO 08
FOR THE CHANGE WE NEED

Debby   September 27th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

I bet Biden makes more Gaffe's than then the "so called" unexperienced Palin.

dh   September 27th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Michael,
I am overseas. No-one is asking that

J.C.   September 27th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

I think Obama's debate skills have improved since the primary.
During the first debate last night, McCain mentioned his running mate as another maverick so I don't think he is even remotely considering replacing Palin. It will be very interesting to watch her debate Biden.

marisol gold   September 27th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

This debate will not matter one iota. Keyes mopped the floor with Quayle yet Bush Sr. still won.

fixthebroken   September 27th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

I have said this many times. I am concerned about cheating. Palin's hair could EASILY cover up a wireless receiver in her ear where she could be fed answers.

I demand a search for such devices before the debate!

charles h, mississippi   September 27th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

I wouldn't be surprised if the GOP presents Sarah in full Burka.

She's a joke and the GOP knows it. They won concessions do dumb-down the debates so she wouldn't look so bad.

If the Palin McCain ticket steals this election, and if McCain chokes on a pork-rib - you better learn to speak Mandrian becuse the Chinese will come in here and cleanup after the Russians attempt a takeover.

I predict a landslide - Obama/Biden 2008

Henry   September 27th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

CNN doing the dirty job. Bringing Mccain's old campaign in Media PA today on Ballot bowl 08 would not work!

Adrienne   September 27th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Maybe it is all a big head fake and Palin will come on in a week and blow everyone away. I simply can not believe she is as… unready… as she has seemed. Good guy… Bad guy… Putin flys over Russia. Can you imagine if Obama talked like that last night? And yet… Mccain picked the woman. Mccain is not very smart.
If it is all a head fake and Palin is just acting like a dim bulb then I'll have to take back what i say. That is all i can figure. It is hard to figure how Mccain would ever pick Palin if she truly is as unready as she has seemed.

Emma, San Jose, CA   September 27th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

If Palin had showed good judgement when asked to be a VP candidate, she would not be in this position. She consistently shows a demeanor of anxiety and grasping for words that make sense. McCain only talks about his self image of greatness and scurrilously insults a man of honor and skill. McCain claims Obama lacks experience, but who wants McCain's temperament and outrageous belittling of others. That is how we have experienced him and we don't buy that he uses good judgement - he will repeat his past mistakes. We all know John McCain and Sarah Palin's experience is stuck in old times and has taught us the old way is dangerous and costly.

arnolde   September 27th, 2008 3:29 pm ET

Michael in MO, all the polls conducted worldwide give the lie to yur claim. Almost 80% in countries around the globe - in the UK, Europe, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean - all say they're hoping for an Obama win, which they feel will restore America's reputation and credibility around the world.

hurriCAIN PALIN   September 27th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

by-then(biden) is gonna get his butt whooped. only democrat haters post comments on this cnn blog eh?

EFM   September 27th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

I'm nervous for her–not a feeling I want my VP to inspire. McCain has recklessly endangered the country by picking this unprepared person. His judgment is questionable.

ohio   September 27th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

this is a good one!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Biden will make Palin cry on stage

MEMO TO SARAH QUAYLE PALIN   September 27th, 2008 3:27 pm ET

I have just viewed both rallies back to back. The Republican rallys still seems more like a small school pep rally, but now it appears they have a cheerleader, excuse me, the ticket "dynamo" in Republicanese.. Sarah, we cut you some slack during your introduction speech, but today we were looking for some substantive comments about issues, remember Sarah your the one that has to be quick on the uptake in case you have to step in and be the leader of the Free World. However, what we got was your same speech you gave yesterday but with more fawning over McCrypt. Since you may not have gotten the memo and I do understand the top of the Republican ticket is a bit light on computer skills, here is a tip, we have Google now in 2008 and we knew your entire life story yesterday within 10 minutes of hearing your name(it was short read), tip number 2, the source is called Wikipedia. We already know your kids and husband’s names so spare us the introductions for the 56 days. I did learn that Todd does some kind of snowmobile race thing, now there's news you can use while at the negotiation tables with North Korea about nukes. Of course, you could take a Power Point presentation of all the different species of dead animal heads hanging from the walls of your house. Maybe regale them with stories of how being that basketball star fits right in with talk about nukes. to the degree they both fly though the air. Be sure and mention that you were nicknamed Barracuda in high school while on the girl's basketball squad, that is sure to scare the begeezus out of the North Koreans. Maybe take the rifle and shoot a card out Putin's hand when your discussing the Russian/Georgia conflict that will show him your a woman to be reckoned with, and be sure and flash that smile that won you that Miss Congeniality title in the Miss Wasilla contest. So see, Sarah, I wasn't kidding about that whole Google/Wiki thing.

So, to continue, the next rally was the Obama/Biden rally in which your equal ticked off statistics of how your new BFF has wasted tax payers dollars and how he wants to give 400 billion dollars worth of tax credits to big business. That McCrypt wants to spend 10 billion dollar a month in Iraq for up to the next 100 years. We need facts like that, Sarah, so we can make a valid comparison, oh, but I forgot, you shared the fact that you know how to prepare moose burgers with us during your speech. Silly me, I did learn something.

So, I am going to end on a gracious note, so here is my advice, stay away from grade school spelling bees, and on the night of the Vice Presidential debates, take the family to Disneyland.

Pennsylvania Voter   September 27th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Palin is a smart person. Don't presume Biden won't end up on a tie on this one.

I don't think expectations should be too high for him after all of this

Jim   September 27th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Cariboo Barbie will get shown up as the witless know-nothing that she has proven to be. Just as McCain was shown up to be the erratic, short-fused, dangerous old hack that he is by Obama last night.

By the way, he was a POW, right?

Sorry, but apparently you apparently can't mention his name without throwing that in every time and I just wanted to make sure all my bases were covered….

e.Rivera   September 27th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

If the bar as set any lower for Palin I could sit in for her against Biden.

She better not be thrown softballs and freebies.

BIden Loose Canon - Wrong on Iraq   September 27th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

ON Iraq - Biden voted against the first Gulf war - He was alone
Biden voted for teh Second Iraq War - Apparently he disagrees with Obama — but then again Obama was sitting in the cheap shots and was not asked to vote so his stance on going to War is MOOT.
Biden was against the surge - he was wrong. Biden wanted to break up Iraq into 3 separate regions - DUMB

On the economy: George Bush introduced legislation to regulate Fanni Mae against abuses — Biden and the Democrats blocked this initiative - Barney Frank said on the record there was no problem.
John McCain introduced legislation in 2006 to regulate abuses in Fannie Mae - The Democrats, including Dodd Obama Biden and Frank voted it down. Barney Frank said McCain was fear mongering and Fannie Mae was strong. The twop two recipients of campaign funds from Fannie Mae are Dodd and Obama

On Security - Obama is a good student and reads well, but he is inexperienced and is dangerous.

Debra   September 27th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Can't wait for this debate, Biden will chew up Bush III with lipstick. This woman is so out of her league and needs to go back to Alaska.

CindyN--PA   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

I msyelf cant wait for this debate. If Palin performs like she did with Katie the other night, the Republicans might as well sit and cry like babies.

Patrick - @Wash U   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

And we look forward to having them.

Obama For President   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

If Palin perform as poorly as she did in the Couric interview there is no way McCain camp could recover………..This will be the most televised debate in American history. My hope is McCain doesn't try to pull another stunt and replace her as vp before Thursday………..I don't think his campaign could survive another political move.

voter   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

I was very please the Joe Biden comment when he said that he will not handle Palin with kid gloves because that would be condesending like the way McCain treated Obama. I agree. If Palin wants to be vp, then she should not be treated any diffrently than any other candidate. She should receive the same tuff questions as all of the vp candidates before her. I am tired of everyone saying she is going to be vp so she doesn't need to know anything. Excuse me, but she is running for the second highest office in the land. She suppose to govern with the president not act like a yes woman. I want someone smart not dumb. I am speaking as a woman.

Marilyn   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

Will palin make it to Thursday? Is the mccain camp going to keep her hidden from the public until the debate?

nadeem   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

There were two moments in last nights debate that showed the character of the candidates.

When Obama was hammering McCain for not being willing to meet the prime minister of Spain. McCain is heard sputtering 'BullSh&t, BullSh&t"

Earlier when McCain is hammering Obama for being willing to meet Ahmadzinizad, and McCain is having a hard time remembering and pronouncing the name, Obama is heard leaning over to McCain in a consoling voice 'that's a tough one'

What a rare showing of grace and humanity in an otherwise ugly campaign.

enough is enough... proud 55 yr. old female hispanic Obama supporter from Dallas, TX   September 27th, 2008 3:24 pm ET

WHO CARES? This gal and her guy are done…finished! After her sad pitiful incoherent so-called interviews with Gibson & Couric (who cares about the biased repug. Hannity interview he is moron) and McCain's senile behavior last week (suspending his camaign, pretending he was vital to this bail out plan, his pre-announcement 10hrs BEFORE the debate claming he had won and his rude, sleazy, un-presidential performance last night), they have LOST!!! Joe Biden is a gentleman just like Obama but I hope he treats her like any other vp candidate…male or female. Watch the repugs whine about him being too hard on her. She is out of her league! McCain screwed this one and the repugs know she was a poor choice!

Francisco Cardenas   September 27th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Biden has done 100 interviews and said nothing .. blah, blah, blah, blah …. except Obama made a fatal mistake in choosing him over Hillary!!

Adrienne   September 27th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

The debate was about Mccain's best subject and he got history wrong a number of times. The coup followed the 1999 war in Kashmir with India and was due to a power struggle with Sharif, not due to Pakistan being a “failed state". McCain was wrong with his recollection that Gen. Dwight Eisenhower prepared a letter resignation prior to the D-Day invasion.

Those kind of facts are the kind that start to sink in later. At first Mccain seemed smart… but then it turns out he was not.
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Obama was strong and crisp.

Obama did not debate for his base, btw. He did not give them as much red meat as they would have liked. He was not 'left' enough on issues. Obama debated for the less informed middle. Obama did perfect on that front. McCain came off as way too b!tchy.
B!tchy is not manly, btw. McCain did not even have the guts to look Obama in the eye when he said nasty things about him. That was a turn off. He came to debate after grand standing and saying he would not until the bail out deal was done. McCain broke his word. Then Mccain could not look Obama in the eye.

Angie   September 27th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

i just cant wait for this debate; i only hope she doesnt drop out before that day!!!! from the way she's been going lately , its a huge possibility. The McCain camp is looking for some way to drop her i'm sure.

Republican turned Democrat (California)   September 27th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Wow, the caribou barbie will again provide big entertainment to the people of America. Oh well, after a hard day of work, it would be nice to see the debate (for fun). I could not wait to see her smiling before the camera with her empty head!!!

MR. MAGOO AND HIS MONACLE CAN ONLY FOCUS ON IRAQ!   September 27th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

Since Mr. MaGoo was served up as an appetizier during last night's debate by Obama.

I cannot wait for the main course on Thursday, the chef Joey B.

Then Obama will serve the dessert.

And finally Obama will serve the after dinner liquoers!

Dennis in Chicagoland   September 27th, 2008 3:23 pm ET

I don't support John McCain's views/history on many issues that are important for me…but his choice of Sarah Palin for VP is downright scary. The cynic in me says that she was picked with an understanding that she relieved in the 7th inning by a "closer"…there won't be a SP v JB debate, there will be an "October Suprise".

concerned coloradan   September 27th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

The big question is: Will Palin even be on the ticket next week?

USAF Staff Sergeant   September 27th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

I can't wait.

Like McCain, she probably wont be able to make eye contact either.

If she did, she'd probably start crying… being up against Biden and being on national T.V.

CJ   September 27th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

This debate will be equivalent to a debate between Biden and Chrissy on Three's Company. The fact that Palin is McCain's running mate should prove to the world how incompetent McCain is. For someone to think that this female could be the Commander in Chief of the greatest nation in the world is ludicrous. The GOP surely scraped the bottom of the barrel to come up with these two. Why don't they save face, boot these two out, and support Ron Paul. At least he does make sense.

MARY,FLORIDA   September 27th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Now Thats Entertainment

gEnie   September 27th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Palin no where to be found after the debate, Biden talked to Brayan William and Palin declined the request. I don't know how she can lead the Country when she hide from the people who wants to hear from her. Obama/Biden is our hope and the genaration to come.

Larry   September 27th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

It seems to me the most important things Democrats that are on the fence need to know to make an informed decision about Palin is,"how many cars and houses she has",after that,what else would Democrats want to know ???
Palin 08

DC   September 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

This debate will be pure comedy…watching sarah palin make a fool out of herself

Larry, Hazleton, Pa   September 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Not ready for prime time is all that needs to be said about Gov Palin. She is about as ready jfor VP as I am to drive a NASCAR - just because I have a drivers license. As for Mr McCain what an embarrsement he was last night - not even enough courage to look his oppenent in the eyes. I would have thought much more of a Naval Officer - where true character and honesty are respected traits that sadly he has lost.

santino   September 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

I am only sorry for Palin, she does not yet understand the kind of game McCain has landed her in. I cant wait for friday to come, thank God the man who put her in her shoes wont be there to save her from Biden.

Nick - Arlington, VA   September 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

She is going to get eaten alive…unless by some ploy she has been intentionally making herself look stupid so that she can stun us this Thursday…doubt it though.

Bridget   September 27th, 2008 3:21 pm ET

Sarah & Biden will do well. Did anyone notice in last night debates, Obama addressed McCain one time as Tom and another time as Jim? He sure missed his prompter. He forgot who he was debating.

ANGIE   September 27th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

That is going to be one Painful night for the republicans to watch BIDEN 26 YEARS IN SENATE FOREGIN CHAIRMAN
PALIN-LESS THEN 2 YEARS GOVENOR OF ALASKA AND HER FOREGIN POLICY EXPERIENCE IS SHE IS RUSSISA NEIGHBOR AND CAN SEE THEM FROM HER HOUSE AND RUSSIA LANDS IN OUR AIR SPACE
OUCH THAT HURTS POOR POOR REPUBLICANS VERY PAINFUL FOR YA HAHAAH

redwhiteblue   September 27th, 2008 3:19 pm ET

She had an interview with just a few select reporters on her plane. They were allowed to ask 4 questions. She will surely have to cram. I am fully expecting McCain to find another crises so they can cancel.

sizer   September 27th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

PALIN is doomed. biden will take her to school and teach her something about politics……………………………………………………….. :)

Ted   September 27th, 2008 3:18 pm ET

I'm making popcorn.

Michelle   September 27th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Poor pathetic Palin….she should step down.

Our expectations of her are so low, that if she does a mediocre debate she will impress the republican party, but not the
American voters.

All eyes will be on the VP debate, and Biden will win!

Jason   September 27th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

This should be fun. Biden says ridiculously stupid things on occasion, and Palin says coherent and insightful things every now and then. Fireworks will ensue.

Charlie, NY   September 27th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

Biden is old enough to be Sarah Palin's father. She'll be around, as a powerhouse in U.S. politics, and Biden will long be in a nursing home.

Sarah Palin 12 & 16′

Biden 12 & 16′ in a long term care facility.

Don   September 27th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

I predict Sarah Palin will leave the campaign around noon Thursday, October 2 to spend more time with her newborn and family. I predict the McCain Campaign will move Senator Lindsey Graham into the VP slot.

Any takers?

Joshua College Station Texas   September 27th, 2008 3:17 pm ET

What, everyone doesn't love the new head cheerleader anymore? Shucks, the popularity game sucks, doesn't it? Yeah, once the newness has worn off, everyone sees you for what you are–a republican with only a few outdated and incorrect neoconservative ideas and little national-level and no international experience.

Vanessa Napa, Califronia   September 27th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Hasn't the format for the debate been changed? Once again protecting Palin from the real world.

Kris K from RM,CA   September 27th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Biden is a wonderful man and politican. Educated,smart,articulate,someone one is pround having him represent them. he did a fine job last night post debate.
Palin, on the other hand, is hiding out. Her answers this week to the few questions and interviews where damaging to the ticket. All the cramming in the world will not elevate her to the level a VP candidate needs to achieve.
No one I want representing me as a woman, a Republicam,a mother. Can you imagine?

S. Boatman   September 27th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Obama Won The First Debate And Now Its Joes Turn! I Cant See Palin Winning The Debate In Any Way! The Bar Has Been Set So Low For Her Its Almost Funny!

Michelle   September 27th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

Yeah! We get to hear her speak for more than 5 minutes (without a canned speech that is). I hope that she comes up (or Bush's speech writers) come up with new stuff. If I want to hear her canned zingers and stump speeches, then I'll go to her rallies. It would be interesting to know what SHE REALLY THINKS. It seems like the McCain machine is forcing her out of her element. The American people need to see what it is that the republicans see. If she cannot produce that feeling her debate will be doomed.

Chris from NY   September 27th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I can't wait to see this one only I hope Biden doesn't put his foot in his mouth. Otherwise the difference will be clear which ticket is really capable of leading this country in the 21st century. McCain didn't come out a winner in his debate with Obama in the area that's considred his turf, with another medioca debate from his VP that should be it for his tciket.

Hans   September 27th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

I can't hardly wait for this debate!!

107 yr old white woman   September 27th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

In the debate, McCain could not shake off Obama. Obama was still in the mix. McCain actually looked frustrated. Most seasoned politician usually underestimate The Illinois Senator and brand him as "not ready or inexperienced". This was the same fatal mistake that the other nominees used. Now they are out of the race. Obama actually came to this debate as the underdog due to the subject of foreign policy. What Obama showed America was that he is a fast learner. He is learning to be Presidential and that is what is keeping him ahead in the polls. This is why every major attack on Obama is strong. It always seems that Obama will not weather the storm. The more you attack him he just shakes the "dirt" off. Now here is the key to this matter. He does something else. When he shakes off an attack he just stomps it under his feet like dirt. This makes him get higher and higher because he has so much "dirt " under his feet. The only way is up. It is his ability to fight that is giving him the edge. You can't fight Obama by looking at him. His "good looks and smile" will distract you. That why Mccain would not look at him.

s   September 27th, 2008 3:15 pm ET

Welcome to the big times, SP. And good luck. You're sure gonna need it! (Don't forget your lines.)

Amos, Alabama   September 27th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

Obama done good in the debate. He a good BOY. A little uppity but a good BOY.

Daniel va   September 27th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

I ca wait to watch it…. I am so trill to watch Palin…WOW

Mary Katherine   September 27th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

This will be fun to watch!
Obama/Biden 08

katiec   September 27th, 2008 3:13 pm ET

I believe the media should make public the restrictions
Mccain's staff has put on the debate and why they were
allowed.
It would be criminal if Biden has to go into this debate
with his hands tied.
Of course, expect Palin to totally self destruct regardless,
but the conditions should be fair.
Would not be at all surprised if the debate is cancelled
for some republican "compelling" reason.

T-Ruff   September 27th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

This is going to be ugly Folks. Sarah Palin is not ready for Joe Biden. This will put the final stake into the Republican ticket. All the gimmicks, and tricks, and misleading ads won't be able to protect Palin.

michael in MO   September 27th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Obama and his followers are an absolute disgrace to our democratic way of life. Go overseas, and anyone who you ask will be laughing at us - "Why of such a pool of candidates in the democratic primaries do you pick this Obama character?" they ask. "Where is Senator Clinton? It was a no-brainer, and you smear her?" No question, it's in the bag for Obama because he sells well for the media - always has, and the media market is banking on it. That's why "he won the debate." Those who buy into this are being SO played. And that is why those who actually do their research on behalf of our country's future are voting for McCain.

Henry   September 27th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

can we have a picture of palin alone?

Reality   September 27th, 2008 3:11 pm ET

Go Palin, the underdog for sure!

Don't be surprised if the underdog wins, the underdog is a REAL AMERICAN.

Cheryl   September 27th, 2008 3:10 pm ET

I just hope that Sarah's eye contact with Joe is better than that of her counterpart with Senator Obama. Have you ever seen the body language of a child who is lying to their parents?…..(no eye contact)….Need I say more.

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