Biden’s team had a few demands for a Trump debate. A major one: No crowd. Removing the audience from the equation is a smart move in my opinion. It ensures that the focus remains solely on the candidates and their policies, rather than on getting cheap applause lines or resorting to showmanship to win over the crowd. A debate should be a serious, substantive discussion about the future of our country, not a popularity contest or a circus.
With Trump, the presence of a crowd can often lead to bombastic behavior, interruptions, and distractions. By eliminating the crowd, Biden’s team is essentially forcing Trump to engage in a more thoughtful and respectful manner.… Continue reading
I have always been fascinated by political debates – the clash of ideas, the exchange of viewpoints, the battle of rhetoric. However, in recent years, I must say that these debates have been nothing short of disappointing. Instead of being intellectual battles, they have devolved into shouting matches and interruptions, with little substance or meaningful exchange of ideas.
The proposed conditions for the debate between Biden and Trump, with terms that include having the debate occur inside a TV studio, with microphones that automatically cut off when a speaker’s time limit elapses, and just the two candidates and the moderator – no audience or third-party candidates – seem like a step in the right direction.… Continue reading
As I watched the first debate for the GOP candidates, I couldn’t help but feel like I was watching a circus performance. The moment when candidates were asked to raise their hands if they had ever been arrested was like a clown car crashing into a wall. Six out of the nine candidates proudly raised their hands, eliciting cheers and applause from the audience.
It’s ironic that the party that claims to be the champion of “law and order” is filled with individuals who have had brushes with the law. It’s a clear indication of the hypocrisy within the Republican party.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood