Response to an Ineffective Editorial
             In an October 1st, 2004 editorial in the New York Post titled "John Delivers in Do-Or-Die Situation," the author, Deborah Orin, claims that Kerry came through when he most needed to with one if his best debates, while Bush suffered perhaps the worst he has ever had. Although Orin states the editorial's point in the title, her writing lacks clarity and adequate information to prove her point.
             Orin describes the debate as "the worst debate that President Bush has ever had – while Democrat John Kerry scored one of his best." She explains "it's almost as if Bush and Kerry swapped places" because Kerry was more alert than the typical extremely attentive Bush. Bush's behavior during this debate is depicted by the author as "hesitant and defensive" where as Kerry's is described as more "focused and aggressive." Orin believes Kerry proved his strongest points when he most needed to because he was falling behind in the polls. He "was on message and unyielding," and he had those answers that America was formerly searching for in him all along. According to the author, "the debate could give Kerry a fresh start." He "validated himself as a potential commander-in-chief and set himself on a more equal footing." However, Orin recognizes that Republicans disagree with her and say although the polls show that Kerry won the debate – his victory will not decide the final vote. Two debates still remain. Orin ended her article speaking of the mannerisms of Bush and Kerry. Bush made countless irritated facial expressions as he listened to Kerry's remarks, whereas Kerry kept a smile on his face while Bush was speaking. While Orin's opinion on the debate is evident, she does not thoroughly explain the reasons for her analysis or use information to support her views.
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