I think this was a debate where the "winner" would be decided by your pre-conceived notions.   If it were a boxing match, it probably would have been a draw - maybe Cheney would have been given the decision since he has the title.   Still, I have to admit that Cheney impressed me in the fact that he appeared the complete opposite of Bush.   His temper flared a bit, but overall he kept his cool and he made it appear that he had the facts, even if he was wrong. His appearance gave the impression that he knew his stuff, unlike Bush.

Edwards was good, but I thought he would have been stronger. At times he seemed naive but he had a strong finish.

Someone on the news gave a good quote - he compared the debate to old man Potter talking to George Bailey.