Two Mayoral Debates -- Let's Have More

Menino has finally buckled and has grudgingly accepted to have two debates with his challenger, DFA Boston-endorsed Maura Hennigan.

Menino said he has approved an hour-long prime time television ''town meeting" that will air on WGBH, Channel 2. The debate will be moderated by Emily Rooney, he said, with the candidates fielding questions from the audience. He has also agreed to a debate on WBZ radio, he said. The dates have not yet been set, he said, but will be a few days after the Sept. 27 preliminary election.

Maure has called for at least four, and considering how long Menino has been in office, and how important the position is, I'd say that's reasonable. No matter what, these debates should be engaging.