The stage is seen prior to the vice presidential debate between US Vice President Joe Biden and Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan at the Norton Center at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky, October 10, 2012, moderated by Martha Raddatz of ABC News. (Credit: AFP/Getty Images)
Tonight’s debate at Centre College in Danville, Ky., between Vice President Joe Biden and GOP challenger Rep. Paul Ryan will cover both foreign and domestic policy topics. ABC News chief foreign correspondent Martha Raddatz will serve as moderator. This is the only head-to-head moderated debate the two vice presidential contenders will have before voters go to the polls on November 6.
Format: The debate program starts at 9 p.m. ET and will be divided into nine timed segments of approximately 10 minutes each. The moderator will ask an opening question, after which each candidate will have two minutes to respond. The moderator will use the balance of the time in the segment for a discussion of the question.
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ClaudeRains
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:23pmBiden is acting like a complete jag off.
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TMP
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:27pmThat’s because Biden *is* a complete jagoff. I would love to kick this SOB right in his arrogant mouth.
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dissentnow
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:32pmThe guy is laughing throughout the entire debate. I’m waiting for Ryan to land the knock out blow and end this thing quickly. I can’t stomach Biden.
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manandwolf
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:44pmcompletely and unabashed, what a douche
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TMP
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:45pmDissentnow…. I can’t stomach him either. He seems downright demented and out of his gourd. He won’t let Ryan speak. This debate is a damned joke. That stupid b!tch is in Biden’s pocket and Biden is an obnoxious *******.
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Highlinepatriot
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:46pmI just want Ryan to slap the bejesus out of Biden. Lying horses a*#
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Cosmos102
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:46pmBiden is obviously the one with something to hide. His body language is exhibit A. He’s making all kinds of facial expressions like laughing and hand gestures while Ryan talks in order to take attention off what he is saying. Ryan is cool, calm and collected. Very professional in demeanor. Even a person who doesn’t know anything about what’s going on politically and has just tuned in, would be suspicious of the slob like behavior from Biden. Those of us who do know a thing or two, can sit and count the lies and cover ups. Biden will lose this debate. Ryan has also given 2 zingers that I counted so far, that caused the audience to laugh.
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its_time_to_arrest_our_government
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:57pmBiden is a rude ass and has been cackling like a chicken all through this. how pathetic!
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Popp40
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:59pmThis moderator is so bias it isn’t even funny. I hope the American people are not that d@mn stupid that they don’t see how they are doing all they can to make sure Biden wins
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Lex0415
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:05pmI can’t believe Ryan won’t bring up how 1/3 of the deaths in Afghanistan happened within the last 4 years and Obama spent twice as much money in Afghanistan then Bush did!!!!!!!!
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ttrees
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:05pmThis Martha the “Moderator” more like a biased one at that. Is in Bidens pocket. Really starting to piss me off that she wont shut Biden up whe he interupts Ryan. Didne his mother teach him any manners?
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oldratboy
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:08pmWhat a contentious old bastard. He is now yelling at both. This is great because Americans can’t stand this kind of jerk.
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mercenary4freedom
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:12pmOh Joe, so you want to give Syria over to a govt that can be trusted, you mean like Egypt & Lybia? Like the obama buddies muslim brotherhood?
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swoods08
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:12pmHOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO LOG IN TO REPLY?!?! Sheesh… Anyway, Im SO sick of Biden’s goofy smiles and grins! I want to reach into my TV and slap some sense into his senile brain. And whats with the moderator? Shes as bad as BIDEN! *rant off*
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RabidPatriot
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:12pmBiden is acting like a belligerent old fool and the moderator is acting like she is depending on BIden for a ride home after the debate. Grouchy old yeller
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:22pmI think you are all looking for the word, “ARROGANCE”. That about sums up Biden.
I think Ryan should have said, “IT IS NOT UP TO THE GOVERNMENT TO PAY FOR YOUR ABORTION, YOUR CONTRACEPTION PILLS, YOUR PERSONAL MEDICINE TO PREVENT YOUR PREGANCY FROM COMING TO FULL TERM!!!!!”
THAT IS WHAT RYAN SHOULD HAVE SAID!
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muffythetuffy
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:35pmI was undecided before this debate. I am now going to vote for Romney-Ryan. VP Biden is just not right, he does not seem to take things seriously. Biden makes faces, smirks, makes snide remarks and is a blunder-bust. He deliberately interrupts and buts in. Biden behaves like a Party Hack speaking before a Union Rally.
Ryan has the facts and behaves like a mature CEO.
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muffythetuffy
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:42pmBiden is like Chinese food. One hour later you are hungry again. What did Biden say about anything? What facts did he give. Promises? Ryan had specific facts and ideas. Ryan was in charge of that debate stage even if Biden was carrying on like an immature Union Boss.
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LadyGOP
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:43pmBiden was an old burnt out jackass. Inappropriate laughter..angry and overly aggressive. Did not come across well. Ryan did very well. I was pleased with his performance.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:49pm@its_time_to_arrest_our_government: yes Biden was cackling and IT WORKED. Go over to CNN. They have Biden winning.
Conservatives, WE HAVE A PROBLEM.
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justasurvivor
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:56pmmuffythetuffy – I in NO way support Biden or this administration in any way…
BUT – I’ve heard his laugh is like a nervous tick – the way he uncontrollably handles stress.
Not that it’s not obnoxious – but I’ve known several people who laugh at unappropriate times or in situations because of stress.
And I’m REALLY glad he was that stressed. Lying does that to a human. At least he has feelings still – there’s still hope for him (and hopefully some change….in address).
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spiritnword
Oct. 11, 2012 at 11:36pmI posted this in another thread but I think it;s worth repeating…
Here’s the psychology of it: I think by tomorrow morning, millions of men who are the intelligent, serious, hardworking type (like Ryan) will wake up and finally make the association that the sick feeling in their gut watching the debate was that Biden came across as that abusive, loud, obnoxious laughing-drunk, condescending, grandfather that shows you no respect, that you cant reason with and dismisses anything you say or do no matter how clearly in the wrong they are and how clearly you have researched your point.
Ryan relied on facts, Biden on ridicule.
Ryan showed respect, Biden showed disdain.
Biden will not be able to recover from this. Before he was the likable and goofy uncle who said weird and crazy things, entirely forgivable. Now, he’s the arrogant sexist who tried to talk down the moderator and manspalin to her how HE knew what he was talking about and SHE didn’t.
to borrow this reference from a friend:
“”If a wise man has an argument with a fool, the fool only rages and laughs, and there is no quiet.”
Proverbs 29:9
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Bluebonnet
Oct. 12, 2012 at 1:18amThe GOOD news is: Paul Ryan won the debate. The other good news is: Biden made an azz of himself.
A laugh or two isn’t problematic, but this condescending old fool made an entire program, 1 1/2 hrs. into a laughing stock and a total embarrassment to our Nation. He must really want to retire to make such an azz of himself in front of the entire Country and many others. Dam old fool, ruining my evening with his idiocy. Wanted to turn it off, but was conflicted wanting to listen to Ryan.
In fact, if I could have pulled his head out of the TV, I’d have slapped the chito out of him.
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Komponist-ZAH
Oct. 12, 2012 at 2:16amDid anyone else notice that Biden called free speech “an abomination” (answering the question about negative campaigning)?
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damon_k
Oct. 12, 2012 at 5:15amI thought Biden looked completely childish and angry. Read political commentary at: http://smallcraftadvisorychronicles.blogspot.com/
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VietNamVet68
Oct. 12, 2012 at 9:51amYour guy got his balls squashed. Get over it. Next weeks going to be even worse. hahaha
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kaydeebeau
Oct. 12, 2012 at 9:58am@ LEx – that would be 2/3 of the total deaths in Afghanistan have been in the past 4 years….
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PIGSWILLNEVERFLY
Oct. 13, 2012 at 10:57amSo, Blaze readers there is an interesting video made about the “Joeker” that I hope every one will watch. It is at the bottom of the article at this site, it is called: “The Biden Chronicles: Anatomy of the Village Blowhard!” (It’s probably on you tube, although I’d never seen it before) It is LOL Funny and Tragic at the same time. http://www.gulagbound.com/34812/joe-biden-confession-in-the-vp-debate-full-video. Read the article and watch the video at the Bottom of the page. The top video is just the full VP debate (again); The bottom video tells the truth of Biden and 0′s tragic plans for America. The article also asks the question: Has anyone asked either candidate where they stand on Agenda 21? This Question Needs To Be Asked…It is A Vital question.
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paperpushermj
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:22pmKeep it up joe and the whole world will want to wipe that snarky smile off your face.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:38pmEver hear an evil person SNARL? Picture it, listen to the growly sound and deep sound. THAT REMINDS ME OF JOE BIDEN. I imagine there are many demons around that man and 50 times that, around Obama.
Very sad if this cute couple (Biden and Obammy) get re-elected. If they do, you’d better sell your stocks and bond, cash out your 401k, take that money, all of it, pay off your mortgage, pay your property taxes for at least 4 years (so the govt cannot take your house away when they find out you are conservative), get rid of all debt, purchase food insurance, pay ahead your utilities or do like we do up here in the north and stock up wood and get a wood-burning stove
I guarantee you, if they are re-elected, THE HOME OF THE FREE AND THE BRAVE, AMERICA, WILL BE GONE FOREVER.
God have mercy on us all.
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paperpushermj
Oct. 11, 2012 at 11:39pm@I SUPPORT GOD’S ISRAEL
I sold my stock,investments,stocks, bonds, tapped my 401b,short sold my home, after 4 years of Obama I’m out. Although I’m eyeballing the wife’s wedding ring
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Bunnie
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:22pmIt would be nice if Paul Ryan could speak without this dumb bit@h and the dumb@@ biden interupting him! Bias B S
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Dr Vel
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:28pmI agree and it is infuriating to watch her attack Ryan. Biden and this bio-tch are conspiring to trash Ryan. This is not a debate in any way.
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Popp40
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:57pmCome on we all know Biden has to win and this liberal moderator will make sure he wins.
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godlovinmom
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:14pmI was wondering the same thing..why do our canidates have to debate two people..she never interrupts Biden either…I swear the other sure doesn’t play fair do they?
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:51pmI think Ryan was eloquent, truthful, and CLASSY. That’s the word I would give Ryan:
RYAN JUST HAS CLASS. Biden is a buffoon.
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NancyBee
Oct. 11, 2012 at 11:18pmRyan was so respectful and calm….I would have lost it on Biden….his smirking and laughing was sickening and inappropriate!!!!
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Dustoff
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:21pmLOL…. Ryan has him already.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:28pmI don’t think so…..Biden is dominating………..it will be close…
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Highlinepatriot
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:54pmBiden ain’t dominating him and the so called neutral mediator keep cutting Ryan off one sided bull shi+
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 10:52pmbut that is NOT how the liberals will perceive it………KNOW YOUR ENEMY, DUFUS.
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angelcat
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:21pmThat big Biden grin is inappropriate when talking about such a serious topic.
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KatieAnne
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:20pmHas anyone else noticed Biden’s nose getting longer and longer?
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NancyBee
Oct. 11, 2012 at 11:19pmyeah and he blinked alot!!!
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lylejk
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:19pmGotta love Biden’s Joker’s laugh while Ryan speaks. lolol
What a joke the BO administration has been and Biden is the biggest joke of all. Biden’s over botoxed facial expressions also makes me laugh. lol
:)
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Thrawnshand
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:29pmPlease don’t insult the Joker. Lol
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smokie
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:43pmHow can Ryan sit across from that drunken lout and keep his cool?
Biden keeps interrupting with these wildly vague, uncertified statements.
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Freebird
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:16pmRussia and China are allies???
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freddyflintstone
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:24pmBidens strategy is to mock, make faces, laugh, smirk , interrupt and hold looks of disbelief.
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smokie
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:41pmI’ve met used car salesmen that had more integrity than Biden.
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Targettarget
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:15pmNice work blowing the first 10 minutes of debate coverage, The Blaze!
Where the hell were you on that one?
Why do we all have to wait until the last damn second before we can open your link to view the video??????
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BloodyArtist22
Oct. 12, 2012 at 2:46amModerator was talking and no one started yet. You didn’t miss anything, liebling. :)
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flewbyu1
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:13pmShe should move to Iran.
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freddyflintstone
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:19pmAnd the interruptions and gotcha questions have begun.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:12pmBiden……what can say……..step up Ryan! Stop being nervous! GET IT TOGETHER RYAN!
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Bunnie
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:38pmhe keeps being interupted by the two commies
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Logic77
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:10pmWhat world is old Biden living in?
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Freebird
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:09pmlet the interruptions begin.
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Dr Vel
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:26pmEvery time Ryan responds she comes in and interrupts him not allowing his response coherently get out. And she is arguing with Ryan. None of this does she do to Biden. This is a rigged hit squad prearranged against Ryan. She is not acting like a moderator in the debate she is clearly a democrat going on the attack against Ryan.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:06pmBiden…what a putz…….Ryan addressed the question…….Biden did not….wow
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Mmmkay
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:02pmBefore the games begin, I want to say – I think Meghan Kelley wants me …… seriously
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TheDoug
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:00pmWatching from the liberal Berkshires.
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fastfacts
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:00pmIf you can’t see the debate, here it is live: http://www.thedailycandidate.com/video/2012/oct/vp_debate_live.html
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Freebird
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:52pmFunny hearing Neil Cavuto talk about the free beer flowing at this debate.Wonder how much Ole’ Joe has had by now?It makes for a ready made excuse for whoever loses.
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woodyee
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:48pmHey guys! The Blaze is going to air a new comedy show, in 15 minutes! Their are two main characters, but unlike the ones we’re used to, like Abbott and Costello, or Laurel and Hardy, this one will have one character with brains, and the other one who thinks that it would have been “much better” had Hillary been VP…
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KingDork
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:47pmI got my popcorn and tarp, wonder if there are going to be any watermelon smashing?
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wisehiney
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:45pmThe trolls will be missing again tonight. Go get ‘em Ryan.
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Ilikepeople
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:27pmRyan is totally not like Joe Biden.
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Verceofreason
Oct. 11, 2012 at 11:50pmHere I is.
Biden won.
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scruffycat
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:43pmI need food if I’m gonna watch this vp deal…
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Freebird
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:43pmI agree
Watch and see if Ole’Joe doesn’t come out of left field with something completely off the wall and force Ryan to defense early on.
What else can he do?His side has nothing else.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:19pmBiden already has…..but Ryan will come around…….I just don’t want a bleeding-heart liberal controlling my security! doesn’t anyone see this?
Oh -Joe…don’t say it is so…….MORE sanctions????????? ON IRAN????????
WHAT A JOKE!
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resme
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:38pmHer favorite foods are S’ghetti n Butter
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Mr.Fitnah
Oct. 11, 2012 at 8:33pmRyan will get sucked into explaining the minutiae and get creamed if he doesn’t watch out.
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I support God's Israel!
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:22pmAnyone can call someone a liar…..which Biden did….and that makes him look stronger. not good.
I hope Americans can see thru Biden and address it with truth and not conjecture…..which seems to be whaat they are doing……..
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Dustoff
Oct. 11, 2012 at 9:23pmNAAAAA, he’s taking to Biden
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