For Some Real Political Debate, Try Prime Minister Question Time

Nothing matches the off the cuff eloquence and gentle humor of prime minister questions time (PMQ's) in the British house of commons. A free BBC video podcast of PMQ's is now available at Itunes Having the opposition put questions to the government, rather than television journalists (i.e., entertainers)seem to enhance the debate. First, the leader of the opposition usually has a better grasp of policy that the average TV jouno. Second, because the opposition and the government need to cooperate on a wide number of issues, the debate tends to be more civil. I recommend you watch. It is difficult to imagine many american politicians showing this type of speaking ability and grace.