The September 26 Democratic Debate

John Edwards and Joe Biden won points for taking the gloves off against Hillary, says Mark Halperin, while Obama played it a little too cool

John Edwards

Democratic presidential candidate, former Senator John Edwards

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Successfully created one-on-one moments with Hillary Clinton on health care, Social Security, Iraq, and Iran. Rambled somewhat in response to a question on teaching young children about homosexuality, but came off as natural and thoughtful. Determined, focused, and patient — anyone who writes him off is making a big mistake.

—By Mark Halperin

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