Simon Cowell – Saviour of Democracy?

The Guardian and others, have sneered at Simon for his idea of having political debates with public voting like the X Factor. They should think again.

The rules could be easily set out. A non-profit making show with any excess going to charity. One vote per phone and leading politicians being involved as debaters. John Sergeant would be an admirable moderator, with his experience on Vote For Me and Kelvin Mackenzie and Lorraine Kelly could also be added.

With all the leading parties running scared of binding referendums, which have completely changed the political landscape for the better in California, this is an excellent idea which should be promoted not put down.