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Was there a clear-cut winner in the first presidential debate?

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Posted on Thu, Oct. 04, 2012

Was there a clear-cut winner in the first presidential debate?
Yes, Mitt Romney came across as more aggressive and focused
	645 (68.0%)
No, need more info on Romney's vague proposals and evidence President Obama can win bipartisan deals
	109 (11.5%)
Yes, President Obama was more thoughtful and specific about his agenda
	119 (12.5%)
No, need to see the other debates before deciding
	76 (8.0%)
Total votes = 949