Are Americans interested in British politics?

Over a year ago I remember watching the lead-up to the American election with great interest.

Now Britain is in the grip of election fever. Things are very different this year because for the first time in history, we are having televised debates involving the leaders of the three main parties (thanks for the great idea America). All this has got me thinking.

Does the average American take an active interest in our election process, or do you take little notice?

Does the fact that we have TV debates make political matters over the pond more compelling?