Pat Stacey: The leaders' debate was a jumbo-sized edition of The Weakest Link
Briefly

The leaders' debate mirrored a gameshow format, with participants standing behind podiums in a semi-circle, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of 'The Weakest Link.' This setup emphasized performance over substance.
The choice of a gameshow-style debate may have prioritized entertainment value over serious discourse, making it easier for topics to get sidelined or oversimplified.
In a format designed for engagement, one must wonder if voters gleaned meaningful insights from the debate, or if it merely served as political theater.
While the visual presentation resembled entertainment, the substance of the debate raised questions about the effectiveness of political discussions in such a format.
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