The picture has gone out on my TV, so all I can do is listen to the debate from Dearhorn. Fred got the first question. Seemed hesitant, perhaps thoughtful in his replies. Romney, speaking second, was much smoother and fluent — and smart enough to focus on Michigan’s problems and blast Gov. Granholm’s tax hikes. Then Rudy got to hit a home run, when he defended and lauded his friend Joe Torre. Now that the Yankees are history, this could appeal to Yankee fans and loathers alike.



