Civility has its place, but both candidates must step into the ring and stop pulling punches. Bush must reassure voters that he's in command of his facts. Gore must show more Wild West than just his Tony Lamas. He's going to have to take it to Bush by methodically dismantling his proposals and fitness to serve as president. Sure, things can get ugly, but then again this is America's new Roman arena.
Viewers expect more than robotic repetitions of standard stump speeches and empty campaign promises.
No matter what the format, they expect both men to take some risks, give it their best shot, and dare to be great. He's a seminar trainer, columnist and author of Dodging The Bullet and Operation Charisma . All Rights Reserved.