Here’s hoping American people are winners in tonight’s debate

t won’t win any Tony awards, but tonight’s first Presidential debate promises to be great theatre. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton will make their case for why they should be the next leader of the United States in what is being called must-see TV. It’s clear we will be watching, and listening. Some think tonight’s debate will be one of the most watched programs in television history. But what can we expect? Trump prefers an off-the-cuff style, while Clinton has studied, and practiced in mock debates. Trump has been more predictable and calm of late on the campaign trail, but he is likely to ditch the teleprompter tonight. And let’s not forget, the host of Apprentice is no stranger to reality tv. The expectations are higher for Clinton, as debates typically are won by those who have expertise, a command of the issues and a steady hand. If she stumbles, she has more to lose, while if Trump trips, it will likely be dismissed simply as Trump being Trump. How the moderator does his job could be key. Lester Holt will have to balance the desire to fact-check the candidates without appearing to make the debate about him. Here’s hoping that whoever wins tonight, the American people won’t be the ones who lose.