Critics say Jindal is at best off - balance , at worst downright amateur . An opposition party 's response rarely wins wide support . Some Republicans praised the simplicity of Trump 's response . Tim Kaine was panned for appearing particularly awkward in his 2006 rebuttal . White House veteran Ed Koch says he 'd never advise a client to give the answer .
Critics say Jindal is at best off - balance , at worst downright amateur . An opposition party 's response rarely wins wide support . Some Republicans praised the simplicity of Trump 's response . White House veteran Ed Koch says he 'd never advise a client to give the answer .