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Watch & Chat LIVE: GOP Presidential Hopefuls Square Off in Economic Debate

All eyes are on the top of the GOP field tonight after Mitt Romney captured pregame buzz earlier today with an unexpected endorsement from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. Tonight, seven Republican presidential contenders will address economic issues in a debate co-sponsored by Bloomberg TV and the Washington Post.

For a live streaming video of tonight’s debate, click here.

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  • Canyouhearus
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:38pm

    Gingrich has right answers and sounds great.. but is ultimate insider.
    H. Cain! Questions aren’t asked fairly… some get many questions and others have to make themselves know. Don’t like not seeing how others respond to responder.

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:46pm

      When they ask about Obama’s Job Act who will mention these facts?

      On page 133 of President Obama’s “The American Job Act”, Sec.376. states;

      “Abrogation of State Immunity- A State shall not be immune under the 11th Amendment to the
      Constitution from a suit brought in a Federal court of competent jurisdiction for a violation of this Act.

      A State’s receipt or use of Federal financial assistance for any program or activity of a State shall constitute a waiver of sovereign immunity, under the 11th Amendment to the Constitution or otherwise, to a suit brought by an employee or applicant of that program or activity under this Act for a remedy authorized under Section 375(c) of this Act.”

      And;

      Article. I. Section. 7.
      Clause 1: All Bills for raising Revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives; but the Senate may propose or concur with Amendments as on other Bills.
      So what gives Obama the power to introduce a Bill that raises revenues?
      http://www.house.gov/house/Constitution/Constitution.html

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    • poverty.sucks
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:18pm

      Romney brilliantly avoids the direct questions.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:19pm

      Monk….yes I agree with you on this jobs act (which isn”t a jobs act). This is a bill to take away the sovereignty of the states. Among other things.
      Don’t you just love watching them all while the others are speaking. It appears the media wants us to vote for Romney just like they did McCain. Let’s drop the Mc and and investigate Cain for Pres. Too soon to decide though.

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:29pm

      I’m for Cain also GrandmaDar.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:30pm

      @Poverty…. yes he does but not so brilliantly! Dodge and Deflect.

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    • Grey Eagle
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:44pm

      A vote for Romney is like voting for Obama. However, look for Cain and Romney to pair up since they have pretty well knocked off Perry.

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    • Nlitend1
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:09pm

      @ MONK
      A good question you bring up…
      I think the spending clause in the constitution gives the federal government the right to abrogate the state immunity. It is also unnecessary language because there are legal loopholes that allow suits brought against the state.
      To answer your other question…
      In article II of the Constitution there is language that allows the executive branch the right to create legislation for congress’ approval. The president cannot pass legislation, but can write laws and get them passed by congress.

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    • abbygirl1994
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:19pm

      I agree, I have seen that every debate.. they seem to ask the favorites the most questions.. would love to hear more from them all.. So much for fair and balanced!

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    • colt1860
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:48pm

      I think Gingrich has some of the best ansewrs. Unfortunately, his past record and political alliances or friendships will hurt him. I would not vote for Romney, he’s a JFK era democrat. Sure, he’s better than Obama, but he has flip flopped and changed his positions too many times. He doesn’t have enough principles and a firm basis on Law and rights for me to seriously vote for him and entrust him in political office. PLUS, he said he thinks Ben Bernanke is doing a good job, and that he would reappoint him! I don’t think so. Cain is an honest candidate, with good intentions, but I believe his solutions are temporary and will not fix the root of the problems we have today. I want to repeal the Income Tax and have no national sales tax. PLUS, he just said, in this last debate, that we should keep the Federal Reserve and that he would reappoint Alan Greenspan! Cain also supports the Patriot Act. Sure, the Act might have seem reasonable in a time when we were all scared and looking for anyhting to help us feel safer, but I don’t trust Obama or any other administration with the amount of Power bestowed on the federal Government by this arbitrary Act.

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    • blue_sky
      Posted on October 12, 2011 at 12:39am

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      ============== HISTORIC ===================
      Cain was caught lying by Ron Paul. Must see!
      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKLG1dh86YU

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  • Ironbalut
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:37pm

    I like Cain and Paul. Either one would be great. Together they would be the bomb!

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    • jb.kibs
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:28pm

      Cain reminds me of Stanley from The Office. ;P
      They all “seem to be” good though, but there is only one that I know, for sure, is good… Ron Paul, for me, he is a modern day Thomas Jefferson.

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    • poverty.sucks
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:32pm

      Paul isn’t on the same page as Cain, nor is he in the same book. Paul is the Libertarian leader, that’s where he belongs, not the Republican Party.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:09pm

      @Poverty….agreed. Paul has very good intentions but even if he were perfect he wouldn’t win. I just don’t think he is electable. He looks quite goofy when he speaks too. The other candidates had smirks when he was speaking.

      Perry is out. He can’t debate and is wishy washy. He probably didn’t test well either when in school.

      Yes, I would like to see Newt debate Obama. It will never happen though. Seriously doubt if b o will ever debate anyone. Especially with his low ratings and temporary “self-esteem” drop. He even screws up the teleprompter or vice/versa.

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    • C.Gallicchio
      Posted on October 12, 2011 at 12:40am

      Poverty@ “Libertarianism is the core of Conservatism” Ronald Reagan. Liberty,Trade, Peace and Prosperity. Ron Paul 2012

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    • poverty.sucks
      Posted on October 12, 2011 at 7:19am

      Good and dandy for Libertarians! Go and do what you like to do, Ron Paul and the likes of him don’t fit into the Republican Party. You have your own party, deal with it. Live it up to the Core!

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  • Grandmadar
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:36pm

    Not the same as 8/28 when we could watch event and post at the same time.

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:40pm

      Glad to hear you’re able to watch it now. Please read my other reply to one of your posts.

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  • TRONINTHEMORNING
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:35pm

    Too many smiles, Mr. Romney. I swear he’s PLASTIC MAN! In many ways.

    CAIN!

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  • Chappy123
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:33pm

    Newt really is the smartest guy in the room. Afraid he has to much baggage to win though. :-(

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    • bikerr
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:37pm

      @Chappy123—-Could you enlighten us as to what baggage the other candidates have that let’s you decide your statement.

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    • eyestoseeearstohear
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:56pm

      That’s right.

      Newt isn’t carrying any more “baggage” than the others.

      PLUS- if you look at his Contract – it’s the most comphrensive than ANY of them have.

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  • GIZMO0927
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:33pm

    Preach on Paul…..

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  • Ferrarello
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:32pm

    Huntsman ? What the h-ll is HE doing there ? Delivering food ? Why is Charlie Rose there ? He looks like he’s ready for a nursing home.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:37pm

      Exactly Ferrarello! This is a debate setup I think.

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    • poverty.sucks
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:41pm

      Huntsman echo‘s Obama’s sediment. Huntsman is using Obama’s transcripts.

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  • GIZMO0927
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:31pm

    Cain

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  • LoveBringsTruth
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:30pm

    this chat is garbage. its the same 5 people with no other chats showing up.

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    • izzy1127
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:04pm

      So true. I’ve submitted about 10. Meredith must be doing someone a “BIG” favor……..

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    • Ford
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:15pm

      I can‘t get it to post and I’ve refreshed tons of times. What’s the deal?

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  • TRONINTHEMORNING
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:30pm

    CAIN/NEWT works for me; but anyone but Obama…Please God!

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  • Grandmadar
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:30pm

    finally able to connect to Bloomberg news live….they are setting up Romney to answer all the questions. It is a set up IMO,

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    • dmforman
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:20pm

      The dems want Romney to be the Republican nominee. He is very similar to Obama. When the media is going after him, I knew that he was not the man for the job. I want someone the media doesn’t like. Thank I know that we’ve hit a raw nerve with those currently running the system.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:29pm

      Yes, Romney is not being attacked. Now that should tell us a whole lot right there! The scary part of this upcoming election is whether all the conservatives will unite behind a single candidate. I don’t know if it could happen. I don’t dislike Ron Paul, I just know he will never make it and he has Lots of Support and they are diehards. If he won the primary I would vote for him but not sold out enough to vote in the primary for him.
      Cain is showing lots of promise. Not sure how he would transition our current tax code to his 999 plan. And besides…The pres doesn’t legislate and Congress would have to introduce this plan and vote on it. I could see Cain strong arming them and that kinda reminds me of “you know who”.

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  • Ironbalut
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:29pm

    Romney never has any specific plans. Only spouts crap.

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  • The-Monk
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:28pm

    For all those who can’t get the debate on TV, like me, here’sa link to watch online.
    http://www.bloomberg.com/tv/#ooid=d3MzYwMjoS4f85a0xfQrxDFebezasnkN
    Hope this helps.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:32pm

      Thanks but I can only listen and post. It is not live streaming on the blaze, only the Bloomberg link.

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:38pm

      @Grandmadar
      You’ll have to have two windows (or tabs) open and go back and forth. I don’t have to do that because a use 2 monitors. If you are only using 1 monitor you are really missing out on the computing power of the Internet. Call computer shops around your area, or a computer tech that you know, and check into setting up dual monitors on your computer. If you live near Tampa I can help you.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:14pm

      Thanks Monk! I have the two tabs you mentioned. I can hear and ck posts at same time. Thanks for your offer but I am in Indiana.
      I don’t really like this debate set up. How about you?

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:39pm

      @Grandmadar
      All the debates except one have been setup and ran by the main stream media (MSM), so of course, they are not going to be any good or fair. The MSM is strickly for Obama. At least on this debate we are not seeing the entire debate between Perry and Romney. It’s better than most of the others in my opinion.

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    • Grandmadar
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:15pm

      Monk…Also didn’t like the roundtable effect for some reason. And Charlie, whoah! From where did he crawl out? The other two gals don’t listen well. And the questions? I could easily replace them and I don’t have any experience. America has been waking up…is there time for anyone else to enter the scene?

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  • eddie333
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:28pm

    http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics

    watch it here

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  • GloryBe
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:27pm

    Would pay big bucks to see Newt debate Obama

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    • eyestoseeearstohear
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:38pm

      Newt WOULD leave Obama in a PILE OF ASH!

      People don’t want to ADMIT IT – but Newt HAS A HECK OF A PLAN -
      and it has the most comphrensive approach to the BROAD problems that MUST BE
      addressed, AT THE SAME TIME & WITH SWIFTNESS & ACCURACY.

      I recommend you check out his Contract with America.
      Newt and Cain would make a dynamic duo- seriously.

      Newt’s plan is the MOST COMPREHENSIVE.
      Herman & Newt or visa versa is the best combination.

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  • libertylady2
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:25pm

    Newt is always the smartest guy in the room. I like Newt/Cain 2012.

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    • eyestoseeearstohear
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:30pm

      I do too!

      Have you read Newt’s Contract? Check it out…it covers the MANY areas that
      MUST BE DEALT WITH.

      He and Cain WOULD make a super team. They have the RIGHT ideas and approach.

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    • MaxineH20Sux
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:33pm

      you’ve got that right

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  • firewoman66
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:24pm

    Herman CAIN!!!!!!

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  • TRONINTHEMORNING
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:23pm

    Huntsman is sooooo cringeworthy. Idiot!

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  • TRONINTHEMORNING
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:22pm

    you can go to bloomberg.com and its a great feed.

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  • TRONINTHEMORNING
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:21pm

    Whaz up wit the streaming comments? Do they post ours?

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  • sarahliquid
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:19pm

    Demeanor is important for the leader of the free world. Santorum nor Huntsman project power and dominating leadership personality. They both have a weakness in their facial structure.

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  • cous1933
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:12pm

    If they ever get around to asking Ron Paul a question, he will own this debate. When it comes to economics, he is the master.

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  • stillsmiling
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:06pm

    Romney = establishment dud

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    • eyestoseeearstohear
      Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:05pm

      He really is a DUD!

      He’s bidding his time and is going to try to SLIP THROUGH, because the common belief
      is, no one has the $$$ he has, therefore, he is the only one who can win. NOT SO!

      Romney would WIMP OUT in a debate with Obama –
      and he is WHO Obama would LOVE TO DEBATE.

      They would be CHECKMATE ON EACH OTHER in regards to the HealthCare issue.
      Romney came up with the PLAN and Obama USED IT…so neither one can blame the other.

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  • grannyjojo
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 8:01pm

    Lets roll! God bless all. “Every knee will bow and every tongue confess”

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  • Country
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 7:59pm

    Herman Cain!!!

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  • KTsayz
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 9:58pm

    So is Perry, Huntsman, and Santorum. I like your blaze name, BTW ;-)

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  • pattybbb1
    Posted on October 11, 2011 at 10:09pm

    Why is Bachmann done?
    Also, noticed how many times Romney said ‘transform’, that a dirty word now!
    What was the heckler saying?

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