Just watched a rather average 'debate' format unfold on the 7.30 report. Malcolm Turnbull and Peter Garrett faced off in a interview style 'debate' that saw Turnbull normally lead with Garrett following. This led to Turnbull being on the defensive for the majority of the interview, while Garrett was able to stick to his message and mount an offensive interview. Kerry O'Brien's line of questioning did assist Turnbull's poor performance, but there was no excuse for a lacklustre performance from Turnbull.
Malcolm allowed himself to waffle, often using several quotes in a ineffective manner and being unable to stick to his message. This is the second interview I've seen him botch - its time he and his inner circle do a little work to sharpen his interviewing skills.
Peter Garrett was underwhelming - it wasn't a case of Turnbull being outperformed and forced into a poor showing by a superior debater. Turnbull will have no problem head to head with Garrett once the necessary improvements are made. Parliamentary performance is a different matter - Turnbull has been capturing significant media attention in Question Time, and is clearly out performing Garrett. His television performance is the key area that is letting him down...
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