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Has declined. the first debate in 2010 got about 10 million viewers and last time we were down to just below 7 million. it does provide that moment of focus where people pay attention. but the counterpoint of that as it may be sucks some of the life out of the campaign overall. it becomes the centre point to the extent that it eclipses other parts of the campaign. we can certainly make a case that they are a good thing, that they do provide this moment where we can reflect on the key question is, we can possibly hold potential prime ministers accountable for the future actions. two key a much ...