Here’s something interesting (from RasmussenReports.com):

“…following the debate, there was an increase in the number who say finishing the mission in Iraq is more important than getting troops home as soon as possible.” (57% now versus 52% pre-debate).

Bush is perceived to share this priority by 71%, Kerry by 25% – both up from before the debate.

http://www.rasmussenreports.com/Perspectives%20on%20Iraq%20Oct%203.htm