First VP Debate 2008 Palin v. Biden

The first vice president debate of 2008 occurred on October 2nd. The hostess, Gwen Ifill, opened with a general explanation of what would be discussed and how it would be executed. She wore a dashing teal jacket. As the candidates were being introduced to the crowd and each other, Governor Palin said "thank you" exactly six times. The first topic was about the passing of the bailout plan. The question was whether it was either "the best of Washington or the worth of Washington." Senator Biden started his response by criticizing President Bush, saying that the economic policies of the past eight years have been the worst the U.S. has ever had. He continued by saying that Senator Obama and himself will focus on the middle class, as that would stimulate the economy. Governor Palin then responded by saying something about how McCain has fought for putting Americans before the opinion of his colleges. Shortly after Senator, Biden stated that Senator McCain had knowingly given false information regarding the health of the economy. In Governor Palin's response, she gave a wink along with an informal tone of voice. As the debate continued, Senator Biden seemed to catch Governor Palin on rocky terrain. He mentioned that she did not answer the question given to her and that her facts about the way Senator Obama voted was inaccurate. She responded by informing everybody of her records as a governor and mayor.