As we try to make sense of all the major alterations Americans are facing today, it is difficult to be sure of anything. With the fear of economic downfall, and many unanswered questions, this time of uncertainty has become more doubtful with the presidential campaign becoming haywire. As Americans tuned in to watch the second presidential debate there were no definitive answers. Instead, we watched two men, and in particular an older gentleman act not so proper playing the blame game. Mr. McCain and Mr. Obama's intense debate of 90 minutes revealed no progression, but the event definitely gave the citizens a glimpse of the two candidates judgment of character.
Aside from the policies and promises presented by the two candidates, what can we truly know about the men from their demeanor? It would be gullible to simply believe all the promises the candidate makes will be fulfilled. So if we cannot trust them on the candidate's words, we can only go with our gut feelings to determine the better man in actuality by their character and not by how they are portrayed. It was evident during the debate that Mr. McCain was faltering under pressure as he seemed to step out of his charm, and be impolitely brazen. With his repeated phrases such as "my friends," and downgrading reference to Mr. Obama as "that one," Mr. McCain surely tarnished his maverick image. In contrast, Mr. Obama appeared to answer the questions to the best of his knowledge as he sincerely agreed and disagreed with Mr. McCain's policies. Mr. Obama stuck to his reputation of speaking eloquently with specifics, while giving his opponent respect.
Round two of the presidential debate revealed Mr. Obama as the better candidate as far as character is questioned. Mr. McCain has little time to do damage control, as he seems to stray away from the man people knew him to be. The rivalry continues, but the nation needs answers to their inquiries that seem to be rapidly rising with new conflicts.
Aside from the policies and promises presented by the two candidates, what can we truly know about the men from their demeanor? It would be gullible to simply believe all the promises the candidate makes will be fulfilled. So if we cannot trust them on the candidate's words, we can only go with our gut feelings to determine the better man in actuality by their character and not by how they are portrayed. It was evident during the debate that Mr. McCain was faltering under pressure as he seemed to step out of his charm, and be impolitely brazen. With his repeated phrases such as "my friends," and downgrading reference to Mr. Obama as "that one," Mr. McCain surely tarnished his maverick image. In contrast, Mr. Obama appeared to answer the questions to the best of his knowledge as he sincerely agreed and disagreed with Mr. McCain's policies. Mr. Obama stuck to his reputation of speaking eloquently with specifics, while giving his opponent respect.
Round two of the presidential debate revealed Mr. Obama as the better candidate as far as character is questioned. Mr. McCain has little time to do damage control, as he seems to stray away from the man people knew him to be. The rivalry continues, but the nation needs answers to their inquiries that seem to be rapidly rising with new conflicts.
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