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blogs.tnr.com - 9/22/2008
McCain v. Obama on "60 Minutes"
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An interesting contrast in styles tonight, one that might foreshadow Friday night's first debate. McCain, as he often is during sit-downs, was stiff and slightly uncomfortable-seeming. Obama was all winning smiles and effortless cool. But there was also a contrast in tone between the ...

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Grace under pressure
Political Animal — ... ask him why. Usually, when looking for a leader in trying times, people want a steady, competent hand. McCain seemed to go out of his way to present himself as the opposite. I suppose the larger question is what kind of president voters are looking for this year -- haphazard vs. deliberate, obtuse vs. cerebral. Watching the candidates on "60 Minutes" last night, it was clear that McCain wanted to appear "tough." He was out of his depth talking about policy, but as Michael Crowley noted , he came across as "someone ready to kick ass and take names." Obama, meanwhile, was smart, ...

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