What is the best way for Joe Biden to answer the followind debate question:

[onenote]

It wouldn't come as a shock (although I'm not predicting it will happen) for the following question directed towards Joe Biden during the debate: "Sen. Biden, do you think Gov. Palin is qualified to be vice president?"

While the ultimate answer to the question is obvious, the more difficult issue is how Biden frames his response so that he doesn't come across as arrogant or "beeating up the girl".

Anyone have thoughts (serious ones) as to how Biden might best respond?

[blondeatlast]

1. She meets the qualifications, so he should say "She meets the qualifications."

He can then move on to issues that really matter.

[gmoney]

24. "Well, she is 35 years of age and born in the United States..."

"...at least not born in PANAMA fer cryin' out loud."

"also troops babies eagles 9/11."

[PA Democrat]

2. That is up to the American people to decide.

[frickaline]

8. good answer

and follow up with:
"and that is the point of these debates."

[JoePhilly]

18. Not just the debate ... continue with ...

It is every candidate's responsibility to open themselves to tough questions from the press as often as possible ... so as to give the American people as much opportunity to determine the answer to that question for themselves.

[frickaline]

19. ha! checkmate.

[RichGirl]

15. That was Obama's answer when asked about Palin.

Although he did flash just the beginnings of a smile when asked about "I can see Russia." He must have tremendous control to not burst out laughing.

[DrDan]

3. "no"

didn't he answer a primary debate question with a simple "yes" - something about being able to avoid wordy answers - or something like that.

[Vincardog]

4. That is the question the voters will decide in November.

[treestar]

5. He could say that'll be up to the voters

When you think about it, that's the only qualification there is. Then let the voters flatter themselves about their good judgment in realizing Phailin is in way past her depth.

[rvablue]

27. this is the best response, i think n/t

[Ichingcarpenter]

6. All he has to do is quote the constitution he teaches it

and leave it at that.

[jillan]

7. He should sidestep the question by saying something positive about her executive experience.

What else can he say?

[izzybeans]

9. i would say, "Any natural born citizen over the age of 35 is qualified. But

that doesn't mean we will all be successful in the position. And here is why I'll be successful in this position..." Leave the rest open to interpretation.

[1corona4u]

10. he will say that's not for him to decide, but for the people to decide.

[rucky]

11. The American people have a choice...

or

Palin doesn't stand for anything new. She wants to continue to Bush policies of

[scheming daemons]

12. Ultimately, the American people, in their infinite wisdom, will decide.

[grantcart]

13. "She seems to be well suited to be an Ambassador for Russia in an Obama/Biden administration"

[Bonn1997]

16. ROFL. He could also add

"...after all, I've heard she can see Russia from her own backyard."

[Occam Bandage]

"She's over 35 and a natural-born citizen, isn't she?

Now, let's talk about what she'd do as Vice President, versus what I'd do. Her vision of America at home and abroad, and her plan for getting there, versus my vision and my plan for getting there."

[Bonn1997]

14. Here's How I Answer The Question

"I have a lot of respect for Gov Palin. I think it's fantastic to know that there will be either a woman or a black man in the White House shortly. But to answer your question, qualification for office has nothing to do in my opinion with how long you've been a politician for. It has to do with how sound your judgment is. And Senator Obama has much more experience being right, whether it's on the issue of invading Iraq or tax cuts for those who don't need them, than McCain and Palin have combined."

[onenote]

17. Thanks to one and all

I think folks are exactly right.

[Larry in KC]

20. What WOULD happen if he just answered, "Oh, LORD, no!!"

Not advising it, just wondering.

[delete_bush]

21. Vice President? Of course.

it's the thought of her becoming PRESIDENT that concerns me.

God forbid, but if Obama were to develop Alzheimers or skin cancer, for example, I'm ready for the Presidency.

And here's why...

[yellowcanine]

22. She is over 35 and a natural born U.S. citizen, so yes she is, according to the Constitution.

[BzaDem]

23. "I'll let the voters make up their minds."

[rvablue]

25. Whatever question each is asked, the other has to respond to.... n/t

[yardwork]

26. If he is asked that, he should say no.

[Abacus]

28. "No."