Impressions on the Debate

I just watched the last big federal election Debate, and I've got some impressions to share here. They will ramble a fair bit, and may not make complete sense in parts. Some are important, some are trivial, and all of them are mine.

I am learning to hate ritualized debate. The formal approach, with timed talking points pre-scripted left, right and centre? It does not work very well for me right now.

As to specific issues and candidates?
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