When an "interview" turned into a "debate", and "unnecessarily argumentative and combative" on the part of the Host, the Host is guilty of Filibuster. You can't be moody and petulant, and at the same time, lecturing your guests on how to be serious. I am not against thoughts provoking or probing questions. But if you must do, provide space for your guests to respond to your questions.
Simply put, the moderator was outplayed in her own game. She came across as an interrogator who is dealing with a hostile witness.
From all indications, her goal was to have her Guests disorganized, and take them off message. Unfortunately, it boomerangs; thus, prompting her to plead for caution.
In spite of everything, what I find most revealing and endearing is that the duo maintained rare dignified poise and composure. They remained unruffled; stayed on the message, and looking quintessentially Presidential in every respect imaginable throughout the debate. And that exemplifies preparedness, grace under fire, and grasp of the issues. And that is the reason I am endorsing them. AA
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