At Republican "Event" a Debate Breaks Out

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A Debate Broke Out
By Ross Smith 09/06/2007 02:12:17 PM EST
The format of the FOX News debate last night, 90 minutes, eight candidates, 60 second answers, 30 second "rebuttals" has been criticized as not really a debate, more an extended forum.

Last night a debate broke out: [see video]

How refreshing. Does it not leave you (whatever side you are on) wanting more? Does it not reveal the principals and the abilities of these two better than the regular format does?