EQUAL PLAYING FIELD
When we talk about the dangers of history repeating itself, we need to understand that we can't even begin to move forward, in a positive, productive direction, we must level the playing field.
The issue we already have is the lack of equality and the fact that Raw is already ahead of the game, before true shots have even been fired. Raw has the three-hour program, as well as the fact that they certainly got dealt a much better hand with regards to the draft.
So, how can we make things better for both brands moving forward and create a more level playing field?
One thing that needs to be addressed is the three hour Raw, versus Smackdown continuing with a two-hour format. Raw already has name recognition, when it comes to consistently being recognized as the "flagship" program. For years now, WWE has been preaching that statement to their fans.
Effective immediately, that notion needs to be forgotten. There needs to be an idea going forward that both brands are equally equipped to carry out the imminent ratings war that is looming, which is the Shane vs Stephanie.
