An Actual Debate in SC - Pointed Sparring Explored Hope vs. Accusations
The three remaining Democrats engaged in real debate Monday night in SC. Gone was the mild mannered Obama; present was the clearest contrast of new vision vs. entrenched style yet in the campaign.
Obama confronted the petty nickel and dime character of accusations in innuendo that have dominated the presidential campaign since Obama's win in Iowa. He took on Hillary directly, pointedly, saying in no uncertain terms that she and Bill Clinton are willing to lie and play political games to win, calling for a greater purpose in the pursue of power.
Even though the media spin will undoubtedly highlight the "bickering," the exchange of issues and vision was much more finely drawn than in past encounters. Hillary was scrappy, Edwards was strong with the narrative, and Obama came across as just plain smart.
