I think more people watched the Democrat Debate because it is pretty much down to two major players.
Also, it was on a Saturday.
The Republican Debate was on a weeknight if I recall correctly. Things are pretty fluid in the Republican race - Huckabee, Thompson, Giuliani, McCain. Once things narrow down in the Republican Race, I expect more interest from the general public.
Besides, Hillary is almost a media star - in a negative way - the villaness.
The Repubs can win this if they don’t nominate McCain and if they all get behind whoever is nominated. Either that or we get another Clinton or a HUSSEIN in the White House.
Well, it still doesn’t impact my other points.
I didn’t watch either.