The Importance of Politicking and the Potential Impact of Third-Party Candidates

This chapter explores the significance of politicking and campaigning in the upcoming general election matchup between two older candidates. It discusses the potential impact of debates, the presence of third-party candidates, and references historical examples like the Ross Perot phenomenon and declining approval ratings for past presidents. The chapter also mentions upcoming coverage of the New Hampshire primary and contributions from Claire McCaskill and Jen Paul-Mary.