The debate was a hodge-podge of what Fox News Channel did with their first televised debate, but according to the New York Daily News' front page today, the CNN hosts lost control of the dialogue and the candidates. What was lacking -- in my opinion -- was any probing questions on any candidate's plan to put this economy back on track. Way too many people are out of work, and government -- both Democrats and Republicans -- seem to hide their heads in the sand -- playing politics -- as opposed to concentrating on how to relieve the suffering. Politicians are in a quagmire, and they are putting partisan politics ahead of dealing with what matters to the people. Not withstanding, there were a few solid statements made by those who have spent time outside the beltway, and who have demonstrated a desire to take up issues that really matter to all Americans. Carly Fiorina, Dr. Ben Carson, Ted Cruz and Chris Christie have the right ideas, but their voices are not being effectively heard in this type of a "got-ya" media circus. I don't think this type debate really showcases the issues. The questions being asked on Twitter and other social media outlets in parallel to the live debate were never broached, and there seemed to be an unwillingness by network hacks to deal with major issues, and their questions centered on personalities. It was not a perfect forum by any means, but having any kind of debate surely is good first step in getting very important information to the voters.