If John McCain cannot make it, and if Sarah Palin cannot make it then invite Bob Barr

[grantcart]

Debate Commission [phone]

[Mojambo]

1. I don't think it's a good idea

Barr's simple minded libertarian views play pretty well during this economic meltdown.

Plus Obama has likely spent ZERO time preparing to debate someone with Bob Barr's views.

[Johonny]

2. I agree

why agree to show up on a stage with someone of marginal interest to debate. It only helps Barr.

[grantcart]

3. they cannot include him under the rules -- he has to have 15% in national polls

it would be nice to get Barr's name in the news however for those conservatives who are aghast that McCain has obviously chickened out.

[dee15644]

7. Let Obama do the whole thing!!

Let Obama use the whole time for an "in depth" interview. He gets approximately an hour of free campaign time!!

[me b zola]

4. No

Sarah Palin is not qualified to be dog catcher let alone debate the Democratic nominee for president. Either McCain shows up or Obama has the stage to himself.

[cali]

5. Not just no. hell no. Obama has a great opportunity to address the nation

on Friday.

[jazzjunkysue]

6. Anyone know if Bagdad Bob is available?