Polls: Biden the clear winner

In case you missed it, polls show that Sen. Joe Biden was the clear winner of Thursday's night debate with Gov. Sarah Palin.

CNN, CBS and other major polls have the debate going to Biden. Additionally, Palin didn't move the meter much, despite a generally positive reception on her performance from the network talking heads (especially conservative ones). From CNN:

Is Palin qualified to serve as president?

Yes

Before debate: 42%
After debate: 46%

No

Before debate: 54%
After debate: 53%

For a debate that was considered by most to be a resounding success by many, these numbers can't be too encouraging. I've written it before and it's worth repeating - Palin's qualifications and stances on the issues matter more than most vice presidential candidates because of McCain's age and health. I'll have plenty more thoughts about last Thursday's debate later on today, as well as Tuesday's upcoming debate between Obama and McCain.