Republican and Conservative political analysis and commentary

With Air Force One at their backs, the four remaining Presidential candidates gathered at the Reagan Presidential library for the final debate before Tsunami Tuesday.

Mike Huckabee chanelled Ronald Reagan with his upbeat optimism towards the future. Ron Paul and John McCain, who were up and coming legislators during the time of Reagan, flashed their anti-spending credentials. And Romney  looked uncomfortable having to remember the days of being independent.

John McCain is at his best when he is on the attack. Mitt Romney tried to engage McCain on his record, but McCain responded by unloading a stack of opposition research on him. Unfortunately, when McCain's temper gets the better of him, he can be his own worst enemy. Voters are turned off by confrontation.

Ron Paul had his moments. When Romney talked about how he would be a good manager for the economy because of his business background; Paul asserted low taxes and less regulation as the extent of the government in the economy. He was also referenced by McCain for their agreeance on the issue of spending.

Huckabee came out on top of the debate. He rose above the bickering between McCain and Romney and communicated directly to individuals and families. He outlined specific policy proposals and how they would affect individual families. And if the whole debate was an audition for Vice President, then he clearly won it.