Powell the enforcer, or Endorser?

Former Secretary of State Colin Powell is apparently getting ready to announce who he supports in the race for the White House. The anticipate that he will make the announcement this weekend on Meet the Press. Colin Powell was secretary of state under Bush's administration and has known McCain for a long time. Which makes you think that he will side with John McCain. But, hes has said that having an African-American president "would be electrifying". His support for either candidate would help but I believe it is needed by McCain in order for him to have any chance at the presidency. Powell is revered, especially in the black community, for his work in politics and helping protect our country. Here is video of Powell talking about Oba-ma. Here is one on his views about McCain's handling of Russia.

CNN Article- skewed numbers from Biden

From CNN's Political ticker, I came across an article that dealt with the debate last thursday. During which, Biden took a stab at McCain and relating him with the Bush Administration. Well, Biden gave us numbers, but numbers that dealt with two separate issues. 

How much we spend in Iraq compared to how much in Afghanistan.

Well, the Afghanistan money dealt with obligation on International development, while the Iraq money dealt with combat operations.

The article shows that it was true we spent more in Iraq, according to this data, but it leaves out the money we give them through assistance in fighting terrorism and growing their economy.

The difference I believe in a professional blog and an ordinary one is that this professional one seems less bias and is willing to supply you with more facts. It analyzes topics that ordinary people might have taken to be true during the debate.  I liked also how they split it up. easy to read and understand, yet still gave out an opinion.

The Debate

On Thursday night, I was able to watch Palin and Biden "duke it out." Personally, I didn't think it was much of a fight. Both of the vice president nominees seemed to have their own agenda heading into the night. Neither of them seemed like they were answering the moderators questions, and were called out on it. Biden to me was trying to act too much like your neighbor, and Palin used the word "folk" such as "normal folks" too much. Average Joe six-pack. Even though Palin kept nudging Biden he stood his ground and did not retaliate. Instead of attacking Palin he went after McCain. This was smart, it made him seem a little softer and was not going after the woman. Palin, however also came across in a good way. She stood up and showed that she was the right choose for the job.