Reply #148: One big problem--Kerry needed to do it in the debates. [View All]

[BillZBubb]

You knew, I knew, and he knew the debates were his best opportunity to get his message directly to the people.

Sure, he did great in the debates, but only in a tactical sense. Strategically, he did OK, but not good enough. Everyone with any brains came out of the debates knowing Kerry was a better debater than Bush*. They probably also figured out Kerry was smarter than Bush* as well. But, what didn't happen was a massive turn to Kerry from lukewarm Bush* supporters.

The only way that could have happened was by Kerry offering an inspiring vision. He didn't. He offered a laundry list--just like his stump speeches.