On which issue did each candidate offer his/her best response?
Both Sen. Biden and Gov. Palin spent days if not weeks preparing for tonight’s debate. They faced stand-ins. They read briefing books. They discussed the issues in their campaigning. For each candidate, which issue allowed them to shine? Vote in our polls — and discuss the responses below.
Cast your vote in the scorecard for each candidate:


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What was it Poehler said on SNL last week? “The more cornered you are, the more adorable you become,” or something like that.
Awwwww! I just want to put Sarah Palin in my pocket and take her home with me she’s so darned cute!
Especially since it would put her nowhere near the White House. The woman is a clown.