We the people should have a vote on who ask the question at the presidential debates, also we should vote on the top topics and questions that need to be answered.
A three hour debate should be doable with a break in the middle.
We should be able to hear full answers, no one getting cut off. I want to hear a full answer with the moderators only there to ask questions and keep candidates on topic.
Have them sitting down on a couch or table together. with some water. Have audience members ask quetions, clarifying questions.
This sounds great but without time limits on answers, candidates will just filibuster their way through it. And as much as moderators try, they cannot force candidates to stay on topic without cutting off their microphones and/or time.
Maybe more time could be allotted per discussion topic to encourage a thorough examination of the subject. The only way I see keeping candidates on topic is penalizing them by taking their time away if they stray from the topic, but I don’t think that’ll promote the atmosphere you’re intending.