Posted on 07/16/2010 5:35:36 PM PDT by onyx
Tonight, Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) will debate his primary challengers, former Rep. J.D. Hayworth (R-AZ) and conservative "tea party" activist Jim Deakin in one of only two Republican primary debates.
During the one hour debate, Hayworth will likely concentrate on McCain's 28 years in Congress with a focus on his position on immigration. Deakin said he will compare and contrast his approach in representing constituents to the "other two entrenched politicians." A McCain campaign spokesman said that the Senator "looks forward to a spirited discussion on the issues facing Arizonans."
The LIVE debate will take place tonight at KTVK-TV in Phoenix, Arizona.
Two kinds of folks I despise the most: liars and posers. McCain lies constantly while posing as a conservative.
“I liked Deakin even though he was not polished.”
Geez, you must not have had your glasses on, your hearing aide turned up, or your brain cells activated tonite.
you have me confused with Once-Ler
>> I think JD made a strategic mistake by ignoring Deakin, and just attacking Juan.
Are you suggesting that JD should not stay focused on the real challenger and act as if Deakin actually had a chance - to reach across the isle in a “my friend” kinda’ way?
Is AZ just looking for another pretender?
Please. We’re talking about our Liberties, not a lunch date.
You completely miss my point, perhaps I wasn't clear.
So let me restate in a different way.
JD should have worked harder to co-opt Deakin, by using his positions and remarks as jumping off points to further attack the RINO. He should have made an effort to rally Deakin’s supporters in his attack upon The RINO.
He failed to do that,IMHO. He ignored Deakin, when he should have recognized him, and then from his stature of experience, used Deakins position to sharpen his attack on The RINO.
I am saying, by not making any effort to win Deakin’s supporters, he made a strategic mistake.
It's not about a lunch date, it about winning an important primary, where every vote counts.
“I liked Deakin even though he was not polished. I bet his numbers rise while JD’s drop.”
Geez, you must not have had your glasses on, your hearing aide turned up, or your brain cells activated tonite.
“you have me confused with Once-Ler”
You’re right. Sorry about that. I re-posted to the correct person.
>> He ignored Deakin
That tells me he’s focused on beating McCain.
>> I am saying, by not making any effort to win Deakin’s supporters, he made a strategic mistake.
Not to be stubborn my FRiend, but Deakin knows he’s out. He should endorse JD.
And JD should make an effort to win over his supporters. If Deakin supporters started moving to JD, Deakin’s would bow out sooner, and throw his support to JD. I’m talking about strategy on JD’s part. I didn’t see him make an effort to win over Deakin’s supporters. That is the strategic mistake I’m talking about.
I dont want a dem, I dont want a rep. I Want Americans. Until we elect Pro Americans we will flounder. Some day, maybe this Nov. maybe the next, we will. One way or another.
There’s also something to be said for not patronizing your opponent.
I hear what you’re saying. I just don’t agree that Deakin’s supporters would be that sensitive and shallow requiring such ‘strategery’.
No doubt Deakin will try to recover from his fumbles by targeting JD, the clear winner of the debate.
Fast Americans ...
Same television station, same live link I would imagine.
Yes hopefully. I’d also like to know how many tuned in.
I agree Onyx.
I like you comments Arizona Carolyn.
Not only didn’t have the nerve to vote no on TARP, he’s the one who interrupted the campaign at a crutial point just so he could go and vote on it.
I just watched replay on CSPAN - JD easily won and unmasked Juan. Let’s hope JD wins the Primary and takes another step in taking back our Republic!
The contacts make him blink more when he's lying.
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