Romenesko

New York Times
Jacques Steinberg says George Stephanopoulos "sounded somewhat taken aback" during a phone interview about the debate controversy. The ABC newsman said he would have approached one critical aspect of his job differently. "I could imagine moving up some of the questions. You can differ over that." Many thought the early questions were irrelevant, but "we thought it made sense to deal with the core controversies."
> Some praised ABC's moderators, but the critics were far more vocal (WP)
> Clinton spokesman says he's satisfied with ABC's performance (LAT)
> Clinton didn't have a flag, but "she was spared this inane question" (TA)
> Public regard for the media's role in democracy wasn't enhanced (WP)
> Welcome to the "Springer Show," presidential campaign edition (Bee)