What was your impression of the debate?

Emilie Johnson, Provo, philosophy professor at Utah Valley State College: "Certainly John Kerry won. I think President Bush was unable to offer specific solutions to what to do in Iraq right now. The level of uncertainty there has become such a problem. He has not admitted that there is a problem, and he has not given a solution for what he would do to correct the problem."

Shawn Young, Provo, graduate student: "I think John Kerry surprisingly looked very solid in the debate, and I was impressed with the way he articulated his answers."

Mike Dickey, Pleasant Grove: "I thought Bush won the debate. I think he represented what he believes in. I think he represented his party, and I think he stood firm on the principles he established early on in his presidency to fight the war on terror."

Jeremy Bowen, Seattle: "Bush just didn't have a strong position. He kept just going back to the issues that Kerry had already taken care of. I think Kerry was more capable and intelligent."

David Shepler, Salt Lake City: "I have the opinion that Kerry is doing better. I think he's talking clearer on the issues. The president was on the defensive."

Heidi Hubenthal, Layton: "I think the president stands strong. The way Kerry responded, he's improving the president's case."

Elvoid Nelson, Martinez, Calif.: "I think Kerry won. He seemed to have a better knowledge of the facts. The president was always on the defensive."

Les Titus, Holladay: "I was impressed with the president. I support him. I think he represented himself well. Kerry had to win the debate, and I don't think he did that."