The First Presidential Debate of 2012

Democrat or Republican, there is no denying Mitt Romney's quality performance in last night's debate. His arguments and counterarguments were solidly delivered, and he managed to avert any foolish comments. However, it is very necessary to check the facts. Governor Romney has a history of "flip-flopping," and that was seen in last night's debate as well. President Obama found it difficult to attack Romney on his positions simply because Mitt has so many of them. During his one term as Governor of Massachusetts, Romney held views radically different than those that he showcased while running for the Republic nomination. Now, because he is facing "47%" of America as well, Mitt Romney found it necessary to flip-flop his stance again so as to not alienate any Americans. This is a blunder for the Romney campaign. People already see him as detached and artificial, and his lying will only add to the list of "undesirables."

An interesting part of last night's debate was Mitt Romney's unnecessary rudeness. He failed to follow the rules of the debate and spoke right over the moderator, Jim Lehrer. Interrupting the President and being simply disrespectful is nothing new for Romney, however. We saw the same Romney a few months ago during the GOP debates, but last night, Romney was really on the attack. The President seemed unprepared, or unwilling to attack Governor Romney. Perhaps chief Obama strategist David Axelrod thought it wise avoid attacks, and to instead focus on speaking directly to the American people. The President could have easily brought up the 47% comment, or Romney's stance(s) on abortion in regards to healthcare. Regardless, President Obama needs to come back strong in the second debate, which focuses on Foreign Policy (Obama's forte), if he wants to keep his lead in the polls.

All in all, it was a very intriguing debate to watch. Both Romney and President Obama made interesting points that gave the American people a criteria for voting. I am eagerly awaiting the second debate.