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In debate Romney hits on strengths with voters

Oct 4, 2012
In last night's debate Romney drew on his strengths with voters -- the economy, the deficit, and the role of the federal government. How will Romney's performance affect the trajectory of the race?

Debate roundtable: Ohio voters pick Romney as winner

Oct 4, 2012
Following the presidential debate, voters in the swing state of Ohio weigh in on what issues matter most for the middle class this election and who won the debate.

Debate night recap: It's the economy, Big Bird

Oct 3, 2012
After a night focused on numbers, tax cuts, and deficits, the takeaway discussion points may well end as Big Bird and moderator Jim Lehrer.

How tech is changing the debate

Oct 3, 2012
Most people watching the first big presidential debate will do so on television, but for a fast-increasing number, it's far from the only primary source.

No NHL? Russia and ESPN got your back

Oct 2, 2012
If you're missing your hockey fix ESPN has signed a deal to show hockey... from Russia. Plus, be sure to join Marketplace for live coverage of the first presidential debate tomorrow night.

Millennials get their favorite TV and the debates too

Oct 1, 2012
Young viewers might watch the CW channel during the presidential debates, but they'll still keep up with politics via social media.

Debate audiences may influence choices

Jan 26, 2012
The flap over debate audience reactions raises questions about who picks them, who is really in control of them and whether they can affect voters' choices at the polls.

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CBS News doesn’t quite have the hang of this “on line” thing

Nov 14, 2011
CBS News hosted the latest Republican presidential candidate debate on Saturday, the 5 billionth of this election cycle, and it looks like they kind of blew it...