Reply #113: right...and he should keep doing it, while insisting on this second debate

[wildflower]

Kerry thrives on that kind of format. He can handle crowds of anyone, unscripted, whether they're "posing as undecideds" or not. * cannot.
This is why people going to see * must sign loyalty oaths.

I think a town-hall style debate would be perfect to showcase K's ability to think on his feet, his grasp of the issues, and his _genuine_ friendliness and willing to listen, even in the face of hostile questioning.

I believe he can counter the low-expectations game and insist on the debate at the same time.

-wildflower

P.S. And I do love the image of Kerry at a town-hall meeting with an empty chair beside him :)