I loved that debate format. Now that was a fair exchange and I think it was moderated well. The questions were fair and general, and we really got a chance to hear both guys.
I hope this becomes the new norm.
Oh yes, it was moderated well: if ther’s anything I know about Jim Leherer, I know he is a dyed in the wool Clintonista, I was actually cheering at the way he caught Obam trying to change the subject from the question he [Leherer] thanked Obie for the answer and asked pointedly for Obie to answer the actual QUESTION, which Leherer would then patiently repeat. Leherer’s expression looked like that of an elementary school teacher while slowly and clearly forcing Obie to answer the QUESTION...I can relate to that.
Yes, Lehrer did an exceptional job. Very fair and you hardly noticed he was there. Hope the other moderators are as good.