Debate

[rockpile]

Got home late, only saw the second half. What a
yawn! Did I miss something - was food supply,
agriculture ever mentioned? Don't people eat and
have jobs in the Agri-food industry? Is sound food
supply not part of national security, self reliance,
and a presence in Global contribution, not to
mention the Nation's economy. Harper -get rid of
that hair, it looks like a bad toupee painted on! You
are all image and no substance. Iggy, for a Harvard
prof used to debate - you sure floundered, what's
up with all that stuttering and broken sentences?
Layton, Mr everything to everyone - sweet but who
could afford you? Duceppe, too bad you're all for
the break up of the Country - at least you are clear
and articulate on where you stand.
Wouldn't it be great to have a visionary and sound
thinker who could actually present a blueprint for
the future of this Nation. And Tom - don't submit
Harper, the guy has never had a real job in the real
world - he's got the best job he'll ever have and
he's only interested in one thing - keeping it. Sad
truth is that among the 308 jokers and clowns out
there in Parliament, I'm 'stuck in the middle with
you'. I will vote, but who gets my $1.70, I'm not
sure yet. Time to assess local candidates.
Cheers, Rockpile

[Fransisco]

Best punch of the night came from Layton when he confronted Iggy with his attendance record in the house.

The look on Iggy's face was hilarious!

[rockpile]

I agree Fran. What's the excuse? I took points off
Iggy's score card for that one. I thought, despite all
the hype, he was poorly prepared. He could have
countered that one. I'm still seeking the visionary
though, not on the radar yet. I think the most
profound statement was from Layton regarding
proportional representation and individual members
playing a greater role in Governance. BTW, that
doesn't make me NDP, just a student of more direct
democratic representation. I'm a fan of Preston Ms
approach to direct democracy, more direct control.

[TOM4CWB]

Rockpile,

I thought the best line in the debate was when Jack accused Iggy of not fulfilling Liberal promises... and Iggy shot back that at least the Liberals get elected...

'Duce' does really not belong in the national debate... which adds to the Coalition proven as dysfunctional.

Was certainly well worth the time to watch... all of us thought it captivating!

[Fransisco]

What's the counter for not showing up to do the work you were elected to do?

[riders2010]

Surprised at iggy's stutter rookie jitters possibly but no screw ups but nothing earth smashing either, should be at parlaiment but nothing much happens there most days anyways.

Layton was all at ease but he never has anything to loose anyway so it's a free ride for him.

Duceppe no bullshit just get to the facts, I like that, but should he even be there?

And finally Mr. Harper is that one of The Donald's used hairpeaces? And I absolutely could not stand that fake almost whisper when he talked. Fake hair, fake voice. Does much better when he just talks normal like he can.

So is there gonna be a day in this campaign when a new scandal doesn't come out, no wonder they wanted the election. According to CTV the rolling credits printed out that a prostitute and money launderer attended parties at sussex drive. I don't get it, it's not even laughable any more, are they trying to help the police out by rounding all the crooks up at the pmo office or what, how emberrassing. Layton was right where is the Harper of 5 years ago what the hell happenned, or has the mask finally fallen off?

[Fransisco]

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[Fransisco]

I'm not a fan of the NDP but I gotta hand it to Jack here. He took some pretty good rounds out of count Iggy.LOL!

[hobbyfrmr]

I did not watch the debate, but I do appreciate the youtube highlights by Francisco. Jackie most certainly and elequently thrashed Iggy. I am not really party biased but Jack gave Iggy a real "what for" on national television. ha ha.

[hobbyfrmr]

just getting a second round of LOL, Jackie says " Fact is, Canadians....here in Canada..decide who is going to be Prime Minister." That was classic funny, double insult to Iggys USA life and arrogance/confidence of the Liberal party.

[SASKFARMER3]

OK Here is my Take!
Iggy for a super duper Ivy leaguer your stuttering and pausing etc. If that's what the liberals are trying to show us that your a statesman then they missed the Boat.
Taliban Jack. Sorry any one who votes NDP or believes in their BS is nuts so yes Jack had some good lines but like IGGY said you'll never be in power so who cares. That hurt Iggy with the NDP Liberals who would have switched this election.
Two step looked impressive a few years ago is old news actually was a pretty pathetic debate this time looks like he is ready to retire. Thank god.
Harper actually I'm voting for the guy because any one who can listen to two hours of BS and bickering coming from JACK IGGY AND TWO STEP has to have power to run a country.
He stood his ground didn't fight back and actually looked very professional.
So here is to the retirement of JACK TWO STEP AND IGGY! Cheers boys enjoy it. you don't deserve our checks.

[mustardman]

Great debate due to a Moderator who did his job and a different format so everyones not talking at the same time.

Jack layton very good job especially when asking Where the Old Stephen has gone, the One with Principals.

Ignattief was acceptable especially pushing Harper on the Democracy issue, and how Harpers gov't has no respect for it.

Duceppe , Reminded Harper Again that Stephen Wanted to Lead the coalition in 2004 against Paul Martin.

Harper was shameless when this coalition of 2004 was brought up. He sounded a bit like a recording talking as if he was reading it off teleprompter.
It was laughable when the other 3 wanted to get the auditor generals report released and he agreed.
He knows that it can't be released till parliament is Sitting. We will then find out how corrupt this con gov't really is.

[mustardman]

Jack had some great lines like " I don't know why we need prisons when the crooks are so happy in the Senate"

Iggy had a good one where he said Mr Harper you have not "earned a majority" due to lack of TRUST from the voters.
Mr Harper did keep his cool though and didn't stray from his very well rehearsed lines

Jack had a good example on why we need better democratic representation. The bloc gets 50 seats and the greens get 0 seats with the same number of votes.