The problem with that idea is ‘distribution’ or ‘viewership’.
Which network(s) would carry such debates? If the RNC disses network newsies, those networks would probably decline broadcasting.
The major outlets are pro-Dem. They direct the agenda with their own moderators.
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RNC may be shooting itself in the foot. They should have been considering such alternatives years ago.
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Democrats could discover how it feels to be treated the way they treated us... Democrats could 'grow' from the experience - it'll be good for them. Maybe sensitivity training before the debates would help democrats understand what bullies they've been all these years. We want to help democrats become better people.
To soften the feelings of insecurity this might cause for democrats, we can instruct our moderators to make ‘concern’ comments... comments that make it look like we ‘care’. I'm sure they'll enjoy the condescension as much as we did...