In the final Democratic primary debate of the season, CNN and The Los Angeles Times co-host the final forum leading into Super Tuesday in a live television event.
After John Edwards dropped out of the presidential race, the January 31 CNN Democratic Debate is better to be called Obama vs. Clinton. Recalling the past democratic debates this one promises to be very interesting since Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton will have a lot to discuss. Do you remember the confronational nature of the past Democratic debates? In fact the Republican debates have been called rather civil.
Since tonight's democratic debate will be between the two last standing candidates DailyKos has prepare a to-do list for Obama on how to handle Senator Clinton during the debate.
Control the debate. Do not cede any ground to Sen. Clinton. She cannot be allowed to look Presidential by dominating the debate. You define the debate don't let her define it for you.
Be clear, concise and compelling with articulating your plans and your vision for the country.
Immigration issue: I guarantee the question of driver's licenses for illegal immigrants will come up tonight. Have a clear answer. Under what circumstances would you support or no support such a policy?
Be Presidential. Draw contrasts between your vision and hers, however do not get into the petty attacks. Stay above that level of interaction.
Don't play it safe.
Stay on message. Deflect negative charges. Stay on YOUR message.
Inspire us. That is your ACE.
If Sen. Obama can achieve these goals tonight. He can win not only on Feb. 5, but beyond. I honestly believe tonight is make or break. I BELIEVE he can do it.
Another aspect that will make January 31 Democratic Debate very interesting is the celebrity appearances and the influence that the celebrities and movie stars have and had in the past and present presidential campaigns.
Here is what USA Today has about this issue:
It’s fitting that tonight’s Democratic presidential debate will be held at Los Angeles’ Kodak Theatre, home of the Oscars and one of Hollywood’s most hallowed monuments to the stars.
Star power rocks on the campaign trail these days, with an unprecedented number of actors, entertainers and sports figures stumping for candidates
And it’s not only the phalanx of celebrities attempting to influence the primary races; it’s also what they’re doing. In years past, most stars have been content to endorse and bankroll candidates and make high-profile appearances. But this year, with the race still open and 22 states up for grabs on Super Tuesday next week, celebrities have been working in key states earlier, in greater numbers and more extensively than ever.
The CNN Democratic debate will be 90 minutes, will air in CNN and feature Barack Obama vs. Hillary Clinton in a one-on-one match as we move into Super Tuesday on February 5th.