First Thoughts
Brown was better than last week but that really isn't saying much. The novelty of Clegg has worn off and he flounders when given the level of scutiny his apparent poll position deserves. Clegg tried hard to keep up the "I'm different" line but frankly it just wasn't effective like last week. He was lucky with the closing statement slot as he got to push his effective line very well.
A much better performance from Cameron, he showed that passion and anger that was so devoid from last week's performance. However he still missed a couple of open goals. He had the chance to tell Brown he was liar over the inheritance tax cuts. Brown lied over the 3000 number and Cameron took it on the chin rather than slamming him and closing down the line of attack forever.
Who won? Well let the spin begin. A draw? Not sure... but there were potshots taken by everyone. No wonder Brown has been so quiet for the last few days. He was busy nailing those lines.
In terms of fighting Clegg, a resurgent Brown could put him back in his box. TB will blog again in an hour or so once the dust has settled.
UPDATE: + YouGov Rapid Poll calls it for Cameron - though stress this happened last week +
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3 comments:
I agree with you TB, Cameron was a lot better. Clegg not dealing with spotlight well and was soooo vague and shallow with his answers. The polls will swing back towards the Tories over the next week. The scales are falling from the eyes of the electorate regarding Clegg.
Mr Cameron please will you go on the attack - the British people do not want presidential prime minister in waiting style.
Mr Brown scored points all night with digs a both parties .
Being nice makes Mr Cameron look weak please get angry about the state of the country - rather than your pesky leaflets!!
Better for Cameron but no cigar!!
Mr Andy Coulson will cost this election for the conservative.
According to the Mail he thought Mr Cameron did WELL on the first debate.
I have to question Mr Coulson's judgement on that, the Mail goes further saying the party could not agree a response to Mr Clegg after his strong showing in the first debate.
Meanwhile ROME BURNS - sort it out!!
You will lose this election and will only have yourselves to blame.
Mr Cameron use your instinct and attack this lightweight clegg - get a blood grip man!!
more passion please!!