Very strong performance for Huckabee. Engaging, confident, sincere. No trip-ups. I'm not as big an advocate for the Space program, but he gave it a good defense. Clear winner.
McCain 2nd. Spoke with authority on all things military. Got his message across in his 30 second video. Dressed down Ron Paul who would not keep eye contact with him during the scolding.
Giuliani good on crime and terrorism as always. Delivered punishing hit on Romney with "Sanctuary Mansions." Smart, experienced debater.
Romney took some hard hits. Looked a bit flustered at times. Does understand the conservative message today. But is he too late a convert to win the primary?
Tancredo got off to good start with immigration coming to fore. He has a verifiable conservative record that he cites. Did not get a lot of chances by CNN.
Hunter strong on defense issues but did not stand out in any way.
Paul was hit hard by McCain and did not defend himself well. Not forceful enough.
Thompson does not inspire and acts like he is bothered by questions from the "peasants.' His presentation and positions are totally lukewarm. Big error by his campaign to go negative with video snippets that oversimplfy issues. Desperate and falling fast
Jon Zahm
