Kerry may have "won" the first debate, but he was creamed in the second. Check out the news -- everyone's praising Bush's performance. :rolleyes:

And, yes, Bush is still ahead in the presidential voting polls, to my knowledge.

Edit: Here's an example...

"Last night, a more forceful and confident President Bush fought challenger John Kerry to a draw, stylistically speaking. When you factor in substance, Bush pulverized the guy." --
Andrea Peyser, The New York Post