Local residents interested in politics who shared their reactions during the first debate Oct. 4 were asked to weigh in again: Democrat Matthew Chaffer of Farmington and Republicans Canandaigua City Councilwoman Cindy Wade and Trisha Turner of Victor. Democrat David Baker, who weighed in the first time, was not available for comment.
Matthew Chaffer of Farmington, Democrat
“Last night, the president did the job he had to do. Romney looked lost for the last half, and now heading into the last debate, Romney’s weakest subject area is the next debate topic.
“Last night, the president had the kind of debate that he and the Democrats wish they had at the first debate. He looked posed, confident and well-rehearsed. He stood on his record and attacked when it was appropriate. He stuck to the questions and seemed calm when he was attacked. Romney did too, for the most part, until it came apart on the Libya question.”
Cindy Wade of Canandaigua, Republican
“The town hall format added some spark and entertainment to the debate, actually allowing the two candidates to debate! On the other hand, I am not a fan of rude behavior and each candidate talking over one another and interrupting.
“...I listened to the debate tonight hoping to gain some truthful insight into each candidate’s strategy for improving our country. President Obama seemed to be on the defensive; I did not hear any new plans to improve our economy, stimulate job growth or pay down our debt. Gov. Romney talked of his record as governor in Massachusetts, how he inherited a large debt and left office with a surplus.”
Trisha Turner of Victor, Republican
“Although President Obama showed up more energized and engaged in this debate, I felt that he continued to remain on the defensive on his record. President Obama tried to paint Romney as a flip-flopper on issues. Gov. Romney did a great job outlining the distinct failures of President Obama’s presidency.
“...In my opinion, President Obama may have performed well on combating some points, but lost the debate based on his inability to prove that the next four years will turn things around and bring our country in the right direction. I believe that Romney’s message of making our nation competitive and rebuilding our economy is effective and inspiring and will play in his favor with many undecided voters.”
Local residents interested in politics who shared their reactions during the first debate Oct. 4 were asked to weigh in again: Democrat Matthew Chaffer of Farmington and Republicans Canandaigua City Councilwoman Cindy Wade and Trisha Turner of Victor. Democrat David Baker, who weighed in the first time, was not available for comment.
Matthew Chaffer of Farmington, Democrat
“Last night, the president did the job he had to do. Romney looked lost for the last half, and now heading into the last debate, Romney’s weakest subject area is the next debate topic.
“Last night, the president had the kind of debate that he and the Democrats wish they had at the first debate. He looked posed, confident and well-rehearsed. He stood on his record and attacked when it was appropriate. He stuck to the questions and seemed calm when he was attacked. Romney did too, for the most part, until it came apart on the Libya question.”
Cindy Wade of Canandaigua, Republican
“The town hall format added some spark and entertainment to the debate, actually allowing the two candidates to debate! On the other hand, I am not a fan of rude behavior and each candidate talking over one another and interrupting.
“...I listened to the debate tonight hoping to gain some truthful insight into each candidate’s strategy for improving our country. President Obama seemed to be on the defensive; I did not hear any new plans to improve our economy, stimulate job growth or pay down our debt. Gov. Romney talked of his record as governor in Massachusetts, how he inherited a large debt and left office with a surplus.”
Trisha Turner of Victor, Republican
“Although President Obama showed up more energized and engaged in this debate, I felt that he continued to remain on the defensive on his record. President Obama tried to paint Romney as a flip-flopper on issues. Gov. Romney did a great job outlining the distinct failures of President Obama’s presidency.
“...In my opinion, President Obama may have performed well on combating some points, but lost the debate based on his inability to prove that the next four years will turn things around and bring our country in the right direction. I believe that Romney’s message of making our nation competitive and rebuilding our economy is effective and inspiring and will play in his favor with many undecided voters.”
