The Fox Business/WSJ Debate in Tweets
Here we are, the 4th main stage debate of the cycle! Here was the view from Twitter.
The biggest shocker, before it even started, was that Kasich is still running.
What hashtag are we using tonight? #GOPDebate or #WhenDoesKasichQuit? @93wibc
— Tony Katz (@tonykatz) November 10, 2015
#StuffMyMomSaidDuringTheDebate "I didn't know he was running!" re Kasich
— Sarah Rumpf (@rumpfshaker) November 11, 2015
They started with real questions right off the bat:
Already this debate is better than the last one.
— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) November 11, 2015
First question: 80 mph pitch right down the middle #GOPDebate
— James Pethokoukis (@JimPethokoukis) November 11, 2015
Asked about the minimum wage, Donald Trump’s answer was…strange:
Right away Trump destroys the idea of American exceptionalism. We suck at everything! #GOPDebate
— Steven Crowder (@scrowder) November 11, 2015
Donald Trump right out the gate with pessimism. Ill-advised. And he just said “wages are too high.” What?
— Ellen L. Carmichael (@ellencarmichael) November 11, 2015
Ben Carson thoughtfully explained why the minimum wage doesn’t need to be raised:
Carson is equating the minimum wage increase to the crippling of minority communities. He is so right on this. #GOPDebate
— Demetrius Minor (@dminor85) November 11, 2015
Carson goes right to black unemployment rate. Nicely done. @93wibc #GOPDebate
— Tony Katz (@tonykatz) November 11, 2015
Rubio spoke about the American dream and higher education, asking why vocational schools are stigmatized. The crowd went wild!
"Welders make more money than philosophers!"- Rubio. WORD UP.
— Karol Markowicz (@karol) November 11, 2015
Rubio nails it.
— Charles C. W. Cooke (@charlescwcooke) November 11, 2015
When asked about scrutiny over his background, Dr. Carson answered the question with grace and wit.
Carson: Well first of all, thank you for not asking me what I said in the tenth grade. I appreciate that. #GOPDebate
— Caleb Howe (@CalebHowe) November 11, 2015
I have no problem being vetted but I do have a problem w/being lied about – Ben Carson #GOPDebate
— Kira Ayn Davis (@RealKiraDavis) November 11, 2015
CARSON TURNS THE MEDIA BIAS STORY TO BENGHAZI WHOA
— Gabriel Malor (@gabrielmalor) November 11, 2015
When asked a bizarre question about what Jesus would implement as a tax plan, Carson spoke in favor of a flat tax, to increase generosity.
“I believe if you put more money in people’s pockets, they’ll be more generous.” – @RealBenCarson Completely agree. #GOPDebate
— Kemberlee Kaye (@KemberleeKaye) November 11, 2015
Ted Cruz said that he would get rid of 5 government departments, then listed The Department of Commerce twice.
The Commerce Department is a garbage agency. It *should* be eliminated twice.
— Lachlan Markay (@lachlan) November 11, 2015
@ThatDuaneLester @AmeliaHammy he would shutter 14 federal agencies, but 4 of them are the Dept. of Commerce
— Jason Hart (@jasonahart) November 11, 2015
Rubio talked about his pro-family tax code, and the crowd approved.
“If a family breaks down, a nation breaks down.”—@marcorubio. Love this! #GOPDebate
— Demetrius Minor (@dminor85) November 11, 2015
A skirmish broke out between Rand Paul and Marco Rubio over the cost of defense. Twitter gave the win to Rubio.
"I know Rand is a committed isolationist." Done. Cooked. Go home, Rand, it's over.
— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) November 11, 2015
"We can't even have an economy if we aren't safe." -Rubio #GOPDebate
— Billy Hallowell (@BillyHallowell) November 11, 2015
Got a little nervous Rand attacking Rubio but Rubio kind of crushed that. Yes, Rand, we spend a lot on military, welcome.
— Karol Markowicz (@karol) November 11, 2015
The most exciting thing? It was an actual debate!
This debate suggests that non-hostile moderators elicit good distinctive responses.
— Mollie (@MZHemingway) November 11, 2015
This is the debate I have been waiting for! The debate we deserve that teases out the "inside the family" arguments! https://t.co/HQDSqNMIOD
— Kristen S Anderson (@KSoltisAnderson) November 11, 2015
Substantive reply by Rand re: Rubio's tax plan. Now Rubio responding in detail. ACTUAL DEBATE. Yes. #FBN #GOPDebate
— Guy Benson (@guypbenson) November 11, 2015
When the moderators referred to Hillary Clinton’s impressive resume, the crowd chimed in:
Crowd boos Hillary's resume.
— Guy Benson (@guypbenson) November 11, 2015
An impressive resume? Audience ain't buying that.
— Ed Morrissey (@EdMorrissey) November 11, 2015
giggles & boos for "Hillary has an impressive resume" #GopDebate
— Kira Ayn Davis (@RealKiraDavis) November 11, 2015
Nearing the end, here’s how it was looking:
Debate Ratings Rubio: on top Carly: back Cruz: base heat Bush: survived Carson: meh Trump: old man yells Rand: is his Dad Kasich: go. Away.
— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) November 11, 2015
Closing statements!
Rand Paul – "I'm the only fiscal conservative on the stage." AMEN!!! #GOPDebate
— Michelle Ray (@GaltsGirl) November 11, 2015
I do believe @CarlyFiorina would be a joy to watch run against Clinton #GopDebate
— Kira Ayn Davis (@RealKiraDavis) November 11, 2015
Jeb tells a nice story but he sounds like he's running for class president.
— Michele Bachmann (@MicheleBachmann) November 11, 2015
Cruz’s constant referral to his website is tiring. Need to talk more in depth. #GOPDebate
— Demetrius Minor (@dminor85) November 11, 2015
It makes me happy that Rubio asked for votes *in those actual words*. It makes such a difference. #GOPDebate
— Amy Miller (@ThatAmyMiller) November 11, 2015
(and, on a hot mic, the moderators appreciated Rubio)
"He's funny"
— James Pethokoukis (@JimPethokoukis) November 11, 2015
When your cheesy website mention gets moderator laughs and audience applause, you’re politicianing well. #GOPdebate
— Mary Katharine Ham (@mkhammer) November 11, 2015
And, on to the next candidate:
Really appreciate Carson addressing mental health issues. #GOPDebate
— Kemberlee Kaye (@KemberleeKaye) November 11, 2015
Twitter wasn’t so sure Trump was being honest in his closing statement:
Trump is still lying about self funding. #GOPDebate
— Aaron Gardner (@Aaron_RS) November 11, 2015
"I don't have to give you my website because I'm self-funding my campaign" ohhhhhhkay also, he isn't
— MISTER Wurtzel (@NathanWurtzel) November 11, 2015
Here’s how Twitter users felt it all shook out:
Winners: Rubio & Cruz Losers: Kasich & his whine. Lucky: Trump & Carson for getting away with silence when they were out of their depth.
— Derek Hunter (@derekahunter) November 11, 2015
And Trump is lying his hair piece off about self funding
— Jay Caruso (@JayCaruso) November 11, 2015
https://twitter.com/michi83/status/664296778771128320
Did the debate change your opinion on any of the candidates?
