Television audiences last evening were treated to the first episode of the US Presidential Election Debates, or, as the show has become known in political circles,"Survivor."
Perhaps "treated" isn't the correct word. "Sedated" might be better. The tone of the debate was set at the beginning by moderator Jim Lehrer, playing his firm but kindly (if occasionally befuddled) schoolmaster role. Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney was ready to fire, having popped a handful of pep pills in the green room. President Barrack Obama seemed distracted, his mind elsewhere, possibly still trying to explain to Michelle why he had agreed to debate on the evening of their twentieth wedding anniversary.
"Sorry, sweetie," said the President. "I promise we won't spend this day next year like this."
"Don't call me sweetie," said Governor Romney.
Broadcast ratings showed the debate coming in well behind a "Gilligan's Island" re-run, but comfortably ahead of test patterns.
While many viewers expressed disappointment with the generally lacklustre performance, chronic insomniacs say they can't wait for the next debate. "I'm looking forward to another good long snooze," said one.
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