Score One For Edwards

Posted: Monday, July 23, 2007 8:53 PM by Chuck Todd

From NBC's Chuck Todd
We're getting toward the end of this debate but on the issue of health care, Edwards appeared to get the best of both Clinton and Obama on the issue. Until that answer, it wasn't clear Edwards was going to have one memorable moment.

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Can I just say, I LOVE John Edwards. He's sharp, he's deep, he's noble. I would be so proud if he were the President of the United States.

Amy B Portland, Me (Sent Monday, July 23, 2007 9:33 PM)

John Edwards stood head and shoulders above the other candidates. If you truly listened to the answers and watched the candidates, John Edwards was the only one giving bold, substantive answers, straight from his heart. He has fought for the "little guy" with passion and zeal for years, and will do so once he's in the White House. Go, John!

Kathy C. (Sent Monday, July 23, 2007 11:43 PM)

I'm surprised at this format. No one seemed to me to be there for a debate! I enjoyed the comfort of the UTube format, but I'm ready to hear issues realy debated at some length... say 3 minutes or so from each candidate. I've spent considerable time perusing the candidates websites.
I'm currently impressed with John Edwards. Please take some time and read of his proposals for health care and Social security! Than compare these two issues with Clintons and Obama's... there's some similarities, but for the most part, Edwards blows them away with his comprehensive plan. In addition, he has a solid plan to pay for these critical proposals.

Jack Mixell , Garner North Carolina (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 2:57 AM)

If I wasn't a republican and conservative, John Edwards would get my vote! As long as the insurance and drug lobbyist are in Washington, we will never have healthcare reform. Look at the debocle of Part D. Its a nightmare for the senior and disables.

ed del viscovo, flanders,nj (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 8:05 AM)

Chuck,

Nice to see your fair reporting of Edwards' debate performance. His vision for the country is remarkable, his power is in we the people. It will take all of us standing tall and firm with this great man in order to take this country back. He can't do it alone, it's up to us now.

Sharon Coleman, Niantic, Connecticut (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 8:54 AM)

Honestly, I have to disagree with the above reactions to John Edwards tonight. I thought he overplayed his Southern drawl (which was really annoying) and I wasn't satisfied with some of his answers. Now don't get me wrong, I like John Edwards, and I met him at Ohio University in October 2004 and voted for him and Kerry the following month. However, I think both Obama and Clinton outshined him last night.

Matt Bobola, Cleveland OH (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:00 AM)

If John Edwards is elected president, does that mean he will show up for work? Around here, he's known as the absentee senator. Since he was elected to represent us, he's done nothing (except run for president). As a result, he has no experience, other than raising the cost of liability insurance. As long as you're ready to pay the freight, he's your man.

Dave S, Raleigh, NC (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:07 AM)

John Edwards is the man we all should vote for! I {as the rest of prople] want change He will be the one for the working man and woman ,the low income and seniors. It's time for the people and we can't change it by the people by voteing for the people's President.JOHN EDWARDS

R. M. MEREDITH (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:07 AM)

Dave - He hasn't been a Senator for almost 3 years now. That's probably why he has been absentee.

Carrie, Eastern Iowa (Sent Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:29 AM)

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