There were a few blows traded close to the beginning (mostly on Iraq, and Edwards even mentioned Haliburton); but, overall, they were very friendly and calm. I am of course talking about how they each spoke in tone and not exactly what was said. I think most people wanted to see a shouting match, which was, for the most part, avoided.

whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules.
It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness.
This is true both in politics and on the internet."

Our Friendly Neighborhood Ray-man said: "no, the doctor's right. besides, he has seniority."