Jamie Radtke in The Washington Examiner

On Education: Would vote against No Child Left Behind as too expensive

For the most part, the four candidates found common ground on a number of issues, including their shared desire to shift more of the responsibility for education to the states.

Kaine's campaign responded to the repeated criticism following the debate. "Virginia voters heard the Tea Party contenders push reckless economic policies that would damage Virginia's economy, create more uncertainty for our businesses, and make our nation less globally competitive," a Kaine spokeswoman said.

On War & Peace: Opposes sending troops overseas without declaration of war

"The concern I have is not whether you have an authorization of force," Allen said. "I really worry about the military readiness of our country, regardless of whether or not there's an authorization."