[VerySadAmerican]

I remember when the moderator would instruct the audience up front to keep their mouths shut.

[manc]

good point

[refreshed]

I remember when the moderator would instruct the audience up front to keep their mouths shut.

That was back when there was actually substance debated. It is full-contact gladiatorial combat these days, at least that is the goal. The cheering audience is just bonus for the debate organizers. It is a shame.