Don't expect a Mike Rosen-David Sirota debate sequel

In April, KOA conservative Mike Rosen and AM 760 liberal David Sirota participated in a debate of President Barack Obama's first hundred days in office that was simulcast on both stations. And while those with ideological axes to grind disagreed about who won, the general consensus was that Sirota cleaned...

By Michael Roberts

September 11, 2009

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In April, KOA conservative Mike Rosen and AM 760 liberal David Sirota participated in a debate of President Barack Obama's first hundred days in office that was simulcast on both stations. And while those with ideological axes to grind disagreed about who won, the general consensus was that Sirota cleaned Rosen's clock. Click to hear their faceoff and decide for yourself -- since the two probably won't be going head-to-head again anytime soon.

Not that Rosen has suddenly declared a truce. In recent days, he's gone after Sirota by name on a number of occasions. But when contacted via e-mail by a listener who asked when he might consider a future debate on AM 760, Rosen replied, "On 760? Probably never. I have no interest in their audience."

That leaves open the possibility of Rosen and Sirota sparring on KOA, where Rosen would have home-court advantage. But if the ring is neutral, as it was during the first simulcast, it appears Rosen isn't eager to climb into it.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword's news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor's degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master's degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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