CNN 5 Things
One Thing: Backstage Before the CNN Presidential Debate
Jun 26, 2024
David Chalian, CNN's Political Director, gives an inside look at the upcoming CNN Presidential Debate where President Biden and former President Trump will face off. The episode explores the debate studio in Georgia, voter expectations, and the historical significance of this early election clash.
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- The debate format for President Biden and former President Trump emphasizes direct candidate-moderator exchange.
- The absence of a studio audience in the upcoming debate may impact voter perceptions and campaign strategies.
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Historical Evolution of Presidential Debates
Presidential debates have evolved over time, from the first televised debate in 1960 between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon held in a TV studio to the current larger-scale events organized by the Nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates. President Joe Biden's preference for a more intimate debate setting without an audience highlights a departure from the usual format, emphasizing a direct exchange between the candidates and moderators.
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