I had quite a discussion with myself prior to tonight's debate. Did I really want to watch it? Would I feel "out of it" if I didn't watch it?
Like many politicians, I compromised. I had the TV turned on to the debate, but I kept busy doing other things while staying within earshot. Now that it's over, I'm not sure whether or not I'll "watch" the next one.
I didn't think that anyone gave a stellar performance, and that includes President Obama, Governor Romney, and Jim Lehrer. If I had to vote for someone based on the televised debate alone, I would try to think of a write-in.
Fortunately, I can do my own research and make my decision based on the candidates' records of public service rather than a media event. The value of the debate, in my view, is debatable.
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