It was shades of “Point, Counterpoint” from SNL, one of the classic comedy routines from the golden age of the show with Jane Curtain and Dan Aykroyd trading barbs over politics.
The routine itself was a spoof of a popular 60 Minutes segment pitting opposing, unyielding pundits against each other in a debate format.
My complements to the organizers of the Sunland/Tujunga forum for allowing a lively, unfettered format. It forced the candidates out from their protective bubbles and compelled them to bare their teeth and growl.
Both Paul Krekorian and Chris Essel exhibited passion that has been largely lacking in this campaign.
This forum changed all the rules. Up until now, salvos were exchanged via mailers; now the contest was up close and personal.
It was refreshing to see them as complete flesh and blood individuals.
Christina Gonzalez of Fox 11 News was all business and kept the candidates on track.
This article is a summary of the forum. Where I felt comfortable in using a direct quote, I did. Otherwise, the narrative is a compilation of my notes.
I recommend viewing the video when it becomes available.
Also, my own analysis and comments will be presented in a separate post sometime tomorrow.
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