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Originally Posted by Jacks
This narrative that the parties are avoiding debates is mind bottling. In the past there have been 2 debates. This time there are going to be as many as 7. The first debate is available for streaming on multiple websites and TV channels and in what looks to be 6 languages.
Edit: I mean to say that there will be plenty of debates and chances for people to see the leaders. Having debates that are missing leaders is silly though.
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Yes, there are plenty of debates. My two main problems with the new set-up are:
- there will be fewer people able to watch the debates than before even with the online streaming.
- the debates will be smaller in scope (each will deal with specific areas such as the economy, etc.). This will allow the participants to avoid debating issues that they are weak on and will not give the electorate an accurate view of their candidacy.
I have the same problem with leaders unwilling to answer questions. Reporters are there to represent us and tell us what the politicians are doing/saying. That is their job. If leaders refuse to answer to the media, then they are in essence refusing to answer to us.
Edit: Once again, beaten by edslunch!