Most of us are on pins and needles in anticipation of tonight’s vice presidential debate featuring Sen. Joe Biden and Gov. Sarah Palin.  Most think that Biden will wipe the floor with Palin and under normal circumstances that may be true.  However, these are not normal circumstances. The McCain fought and fought hard to get a more structured format where Palin’s lack of knowlege will not be as obvious.  Also, Palin is a skilled debater,  she did win the Alaskan gubernatorial debate against a seasoned democratic opponent.  Further, Palin has been practicing night and day almost since she was selected as McCain’s running mate.  Palin is also a quick study.  Lastly, Palin has a folksy and affable personality where she can deliver her out-of-the-mainstream views in an ingratiating or affecting way.  Her delivery is less jarring and less offensive than most right wing candidates.  Sen. Biden really needs to be respectful but clear as to why this woman is unqualified to be a heartbeat away from the presidency.  Most of all, Biden needs to be succinct.  The McCain campaign has already sent out the talking points regarding Gwen Ifill’s book that has not been released yet claiming that the 27 year veteran journalist cannot be objective.  Hopefully, such talking points will not deter Ifill from asking both candidates the tough questions.  We don’t think that it will.  Besides, Ifill also moderating the vice presidential debates in 2004….she is a seasoned professional whose credentials and objectivity is beyond reproach.  Interesting as to why the right wing would be questioning her objectivity at this particular time.  We are sure that the Biden and Ifill are sexist talking points are already drafted for Friday’s news cycle.  Gwen Ifill will do her job and do her job well the same as always.  Give me a freakin break!