To: Debate Commission
Change 3rd Pres Debate Format
Given the vile and unproductive turn the election and debates have taken, I think the 3rd debate should be cancelled, or at a minimum the format should be changed. It's evident that there's little chance we'll actually hear any true policy details or debate, and that's what we all really need to hear at this point.
Additionally, with the threat (and recent action) of the Trump campaign to parade sexual accusers of Pres Clinton at the debate to disrupt/rattle his opponent, I don't see what value the American people get out of another debate.
I propose that the 90 minutes be divided into two 45 minute segments where each candidate is asked the same POLICY only questions. Enough with the abuse allegations and emails. Everyone can certainly get their share of that coverage from their respective FOX or CNN networks.
Force a real discussion of ideas even if not in debate format.
Additionally, with the threat (and recent action) of the Trump campaign to parade sexual accusers of Pres Clinton at the debate to disrupt/rattle his opponent, I don't see what value the American people get out of another debate.
I propose that the 90 minutes be divided into two 45 minute segments where each candidate is asked the same POLICY only questions. Enough with the abuse allegations and emails. Everyone can certainly get their share of that coverage from their respective FOX or CNN networks.
Force a real discussion of ideas even if not in debate format.
Why is this important?
I think Americans deserve to get straight answers on the issues. Absolutely NO attacks by either side. The candidates should be forced to answer POLICY questions, no deflections, no pivots. Stop the "cage match" behavior!