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Just two days after splitting Iowa votes in two, both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders looked for an outright win during CNN’s Town Hall in New Hampshire on Wednesday.

Anderson Cooper moderated the event with Sanders and Clinton offering their second-to-last argument before the New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation primary.

The two candidates sparred over who’s the most progressive, big business and war.

But the real fun was on social media.

Here are some of the snarkiest, funniest and most relevant messages from Twitter as the event was going on.

Also Read: Top 5 Moments From CNN's Democratic Town Hall

6:02 p.m.: And, we’re off. Anderson Cooper stands among the crowd and introduces the program. Meanwhile some CNN staffers are boozing.

Tonight’s #CNNTownHall press file is in The Halligan Tavern, across the street from The Derry Opera House. #whiskeyforall

— Dylan Byers (@DylanByers) February 4, 2016

And some are traveling.

My whole row on this JetBlue flight is watching the #DemTownHall

— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) February 4, 2016

6:05 p.m.: Not everyone is feeling tonight’s event

Anderson Cooper moderating another Clinton Foundation event… #DemTownHall

— MATT DRUDGE (@DRUDGE) February 4, 2016

Was going to watch #DemTownHall on @CNN tonight but watching The Clinton News Network Pre Game made me sick
Hate watching this

— AppSame (@AppSame) February 4, 2016

Historic night. Another debate involving an FBI suspect! #DemTownHall

— Countermoonbat (@CounterMoonbat) February 4, 2016

6:10 p.m.: Not everyone is getting their questions answered …

I sent all the presidential candidates ten questions to learn their positions on wildlife conservation issues. Crickets. #DemTownHall

— David Steen, Ph.D. (@AlongsideWild) February 4, 2016

6:13 p.m.: It seems some viewers are #FeelingtheBern.

I'll be donating $10 to @BernieSanders every 10 minutes if he keeps this up #FeelTheBern #CNNTownHall

— Kelly Devine (@kellyadevine) February 4, 2016

This 74 year old jew reaches me and faith is a guiding principle in my life. He is a very spiritual man. #DemTownHall

— Pat F (@PatFromm) February 4, 2016

I heart @BernieSanders – but then I always have, way before it was cool. #CNNTownHall

— Allyson B. Crawford (@bringbackglam) February 4, 2016

6:21 p.m.: Sanders may need to switch his line of attack on Clinton …

Iraq war was 12 years ago…. pick another reason to fight terrorism #DemTownHall

— Mr. Collymore (@MrCollymore) February 4, 2016

Bernie's got to diversify on Hillary's foreign policy–she voted for the Iraq war, but her experience is bigger than that. #DemTownHall

— Rachel Wright (@rachelwrighting) February 4, 2016

Also Read: Hillary Clinton Wins Victory Over Bernie Sanders in Iowa - But Barely

6:22 p.m.: Ouch.

.@BernieSanders hand gestures (and policies!) #CNNTownHall #DemTownHall pic.twitter.com/ZJguw81WOA

— College Republicans (@CRNC) February 4, 2016

6:22 p.m.: Yes, he’s a Democrat …

Video – Bernie Sanders: "Of course I'm a Democrat"… later adds, "some of my best friends are moderates." https://t.co/rVKFzPAWzz

— Zach Wolf (@zbyronwolf) February 4, 2016

6:33 p.m.: Bernie to Cooper: “Let’s not be ageist here!”

FACT: The average age of @TheDemocrats presidential candidates is 71 years old. #DemTownHall #CNNTownHall

— College Republicans (@CRNC) February 4, 2016

6:35 p.m.: Sanders says yes to Syrian refugees … but with a caveat.

.@BernieSanders: The U.S. should accept refugees from Syria and Afghanistan https://t.co/UGgxQZFDIz #DemTownHall https://t.co/0axXKnDI19

— OutFrontCNN (@OutFrontCNN) February 4, 2016

6:44 p.m.: Bernie is spiritual.

Bernie: “My spirituality is that we’re all in this together… when veterans sleep on the street, it impacts me.” pic.twitter.com/MzWIZuYdEi

— Mic (@micnews) February 4, 2016

And mused Obama.

There is no doubt @SenSanders was among those on Left who mused in 2011 about a challenge to @BarackObama. #DemTownHall

— David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) February 4, 2016

6:49 p.m.: Bernie says he does’t like polls, but Twitter disagrees.

pic.twitter.com/cEXsQMv1e1

— Chris Cillizza (@TheFix) February 4, 2016

6:54 p.m.: Larry David comes up!

Bernie Sanders: “Anderson, I know you’ve been in journalism for a long time. I am Larry David."

— Dylan Byers (@DylanByers) February 4, 2016

"I AM Larry David," says @BernieSanders live on @CNN at #DemTownHall. @CNNPolitics

— Christina Ginn (@ChristinaCNN) February 4, 2016

Breaking News! @BernieSanders finally admits that he is indeed Larry David. #DemTownHall

— HipHughes (@hiphughes) February 4, 2016

6:57 p.m.: So, Bernie reveals he’s hosting “SNL” this weekend before his closing statement.

Also Read: Larry David Doesn't Care if You Watch His 'SNL' Episode (Video)

7:00 p.m.: Clinton is up next. Meanwhile …

.@HillaryClinton is on stage at the #DemTownHall. https://t.co/xlKWIA8Evo pic.twitter.com/Oo3PXvxKgf

— CNN (@CNN) February 4, 2016

7:01 p.m.: Clinton says she won Iowa — but not everyone thinks so.

Yeah, congrats on "winning" Hillary. #CoinTosses #demtownhall

— Brian Chimino (@BrianChimino) February 4, 2016

7:02 p.m.: Yes it’s Hillary’s turn, but we just found this and we just couldn’t resist, enjoy!

"This land was made for you and me." Listening to Bernie's folk album. https://t.co/VWReuJc6yf #DemTownHall #tytlive

— Brad Ellis (@SarrumNephilim) February 4, 2016

7:10 p.m.: A cute moment between Anderson and Clinton about making history.

Cooper: It'd be historic if you were elected. @HillaryClinton: "You think so?" https://t.co/63Df0PE7h8 #DemTownHall https://t.co/H0zC79iTHe

— CNN International (@cnni) February 4, 2016

7:10 p.m.: But not everyone likes her.

Here goes #Hillary telling her healthcare lies again…#DemTownHall

— NoSleepSheep216 (@TwoOneSix216) February 4, 2016

7:11 p.m.: Hmmm … Clinton is one talented person. She can answer town hall questions and tweet at the same time.

We have to protect the gains we've made on LGBT rights and women's rights—and do more to expand them. That's what's at stake. #DemTownHall

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) February 4, 2016

7:24 p.m.: Someone is impressed.

Wow. Great answer from @HillaryClinton about unfair criticism from the right: "Take it seriously but not personally" #DemTownHall

— Jenna Bushnell (@Jenna_Bushnell) February 4, 2016

7:26 p.m.: This has to be one of the BEST answers of the night.

Vid: q to HRC: Once elected, “how are you going to defend yourself against right wing attacks?” #DemTownHall #TTT16 pic.twitter.com/UWfc0vZLvI

— Brent Baker (@BrentHBaker) February 4, 2016

7:33 p.m.: Clinton really liked this question.

Rabbi asks Clinton how she cultivates ego and humility. She calls it "absolutely wonderful question." #DemTownHall pic.twitter.com/OfBNqotKjC

— Religion NewsService (@RNS) February 4, 2016

7:42 p.m.: Clinton is asked whether people should worry about her ties to Wall Street. Her Answer didn’t work for some.

Hillary must be dizzy from spinning so much. #DemTownHall

— dj brt b (@djbrettb) February 4, 2016

yo hillary your donations and contributions are public #DemTownHall pic.twitter.com/XEQFz4pp31

— avon (@avonbricks) February 4, 2016

Hillary is ridiculous. She's literally going back and forth on her statements. #DemTownHall

— CELESTIAL SONGSTRESS (@ZoeySaintMusic) February 4, 2016

#DemTownHall here comes the lies from #HillaryClinton about taking the money.

— Jesse R. Bradley IV (@JesseBradleyIV) February 4, 2016

7:42 p.m.: Many viewers are putting a lot of effort into their posts.

Hilary looks intense #DemTownHall pic.twitter.com/0GFGSeKwww

— Sid Sharma (@imsidsharma) February 4, 2016

So those @Snapchat filters work on people on tv #snapchat #DemTownHall pic.twitter.com/qiANio5pn7

— Greg Z (@GenerationGreg) February 4, 2016

Also Read: Hillary Clinton's Hollywood Supporters Relieved After Iowa Win: 'I Chewed Off Every Single Nail'

7:50 p.m.: Hillary’s answer on legalizing marijuana was enough for some to #FeeltheBern.

Woman: can I have my weed medicine? Hillary: We should begin to do research. #DemTownHall #FeelTheBern

— TYT Network (@TYTNetwork) February 4, 2016

7:52 p.m.: Others wanted to educate Clinton on the benefits of pot:

There is no "right amount" of marijuana. You can't OD on it. That's why it's an amazing drug. #DemTownHall

— Sean Kent (@seankent) February 4, 2016

7:55 p.m.: Clinton makes her case to Sanders voters.

Clinton, on how she can appeal to potential Sanders voters. https://t.co/Rnt5XhWHO2 #DemTownHall https://t.co/m0mh0BW1A3

— CNN Breaking News (@cnnbrk) February 4, 2016

7:58 p.m.: Not everyone is interested in the personal stuff it seems.

No one cares about your grandkids. What are your policies? How are you going to win over the youth? Ridiculous questions. #DemTownHall

— Von (@ShesGotSass) February 4, 2016

7:59 p.m.: This one viewer is clearly NOT buying.

This is some serious "evolution" we're witnessing from her tonight. Maybe she should run for POTUS of the Galapagos Islands.#DemTownHall

— ciDhialeah (@CidHialeah) February 4, 2016

In case you were wondering (from Wikipedia): “The Galápagos Islands, a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, is a province of Ecuador, lying about 1,000km off its coast, and considered one of the world’s foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing.”

8:00 p.m.: In conclusion …

If all debates were replaced with town halls I wouldn't be upset about it. #DemTownHall

— Brent Showerman (@showermanb) February 4, 2016

#DemTownHall @HillaryClinton came across as a coached, scripted politician; @BernieSanders seems more like a sincere old grandad!

— LizOnTheQT (@JackSpratsMom) February 4, 2016

#DemTownHall #Bernie2016 #HillaryClinton I love hearing them argue over who is the best lefty. The times they are achangin'!

— Karen Shiebler (@momshieb) February 4, 2016

Bernie>Hillary #DemTownHall

— Derek (@VeniceDerek) February 4, 2016

Feeling more hopeful about American politics after watching so many genuine authentic moments tonight from both candidates #DemTownHall

— Sylvia Kim (@sylkim82) February 4, 2016

8:01 p.m.: And then of course, there’s this guy.

Missed the #DemTownHall ☹️

— Erick ⚽ (@EricKicker_) February 4, 2016

15 Most Cringe-Worthy Gaffes From Presidential Debates

1960: During the first televised presidential debate, Richard Nixon refused to wear stage makeup, revealing his sweaty forehead under the hot TV lights. This made the younger John F. Kennedy look much more confident.
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1976: Gerald Ford claimed that he didn't believe that Eastern Europe was under "Soviet domain," which proved to be an unpopular opinion, as the moderator repeated the question in bewilderment.
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1980: When the moderator tried to silence Ronald Reagan's microphone during a Republican primary debate, Reagan shouted: "I am paying for this microphone!" The line became a "political home run" for Reagan. It was also borrowed it from the 1948 film "State of the Union."
1980: In a general-election debate between incumbent president Jimmy Carter and Reagan, Carter said, “I had a discussion with my daughter Amy the other day before I came here to ask her what the most important issue was. She said she thought the control of nuclear weaponry.” Carter was mocked for taking policy advice from his 13-year-old daughter, helping Reagan to win the election.
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1988: Michael Dukakis may have lost the election when he said he would still oppose the death penalty even if the killer raped and murdered his wife, Kitty.
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1988: Vice presidential candidate Dan Quayle compared himself to Jack Kennedy and got hammered by Democratic rival Lloyd Bentsen: "Senator, I served with Jack Kennedy, I knew Jack Kennedy, Jack Kennedy was a friend of mine. Senator, you're no Jack Kennedy."
1992: George H.W. Bush checked his watch and tucked in his shirt during his debate with future president Bill Clinton, looking impatient when asked about the economy.
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2000: Al Gore sighed during a debate with George W. Bush, which was widely perceived as condescending. It was so bad, aides made him watch the "SNL" parody of the gaffe before the next debate.
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2008: Hillary Clinton attacked Barack Obama for allegedly lifting lines from the speeches of Massachusetts politician Duval Patrick. She had a good zinger... that didn't quite have the effect she was hoping for. "Lifting whole passages from someone else's speeches is not change you can believe in, it's change you can Xerox," Clinton said -- but the audience booed.
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2008: When a moderator asked Hillary Clinton if she had the personal appeal to overtake Barack Obama, the future president interjected that Clinton was "likable enough."
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2008: While illustrating a point about a Bush/Cheney energy bill that Obama had signed, Arizona Senator John McCain referred to the future president as "that one."
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2011: Texas Gov. Rick Perry shifted his reputation from budget-slasher to bungler when he blanked on the names of all three federal agencies he proposed to eliminate as president: "I can’t, the third one. I can’t. Sorry. Oops."
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2012: Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney claimed that Obama didn’t call Benghazi a terrorist attack. Obama confidently asked Candy Crowley to clear up the charge, which she does, pointing out Romney's mistake.
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2016: When asked during an interview in September what he would do about Aleppo, the epicenter of the Syrian refugee crisis, Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson asked, "And what is Aleppo?" That line became a viral sensation, even earning some rather funny spoofs. Johnson then made things worse when later that month he couldn't name a single world leader -- dead or alive -- during a town hall with Chris Matthews. And just to be sure this second flub would get some traction, Johnson told Matthews he was having an "Aleppo moment." Talk about about a triple whammy.
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2016: Green Party presidential candidate JillS Stein was hoping to be the answer to Bernie Sanders after he dropped out of the primary race. But answer she gave during an AMA reddit sesh put a damper on her plans. Stein, a Harvard Medical School graduate, raised some eyebrows when she took a decidedly anti-vaxxer stance: "As a medical doctor, there was a time where I looked very closely at those issues, and not all those issues were completely resolved. There were concerns among physicians about what the vaccination schedule meant, the toxic substances like mercury which used to be rampant in vaccines. There were real questions that needed to be addressed." Stein later clarified that she was not, in fact, an opponent of vaccines.
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From Richard Nixon’s flop sweat to Rick Perry’s “Sorry oops,” candidates have often stumbled at the podium

1960: During the first televised presidential debate, Richard Nixon refused to wear stage makeup, revealing his sweaty forehead under the hot TV lights. This made the younger John F. Kennedy look much more confident.

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