Presidential Debate Round One

The President's performance was disappointing, at the least. The President defended his record and argued for reelection. What he did not do is show that he appreciates that this election is about applications of opposing values and ideology and not merely a choice between men. Fighting for those who are expected to suffer under an opposing ideology he should have fought with passion for them/us and at least fired back; there was so much ammunition available. Tragically, a vast segment of the Great American Public having seen this and needing no fact or logic will say "Duh!" and zombie-like cast a vote. We needed a Chavez or a Tony Zale.