Two years ago, we put forward a reform proposal for the presidential debates in the 2008 campaign. Rather than just offer an abstract plan, we decided to present a real format by scheduling a dialogue ...

Organizers of the only televised debate among candidates for Arizona governor on Thursday gave Democrat Katie Hobbs an ultimatum: Debate Republican Kari Lake on stage, together, or don't participate ...

Some Democratic candidates criticized the debate organizers for not inviting candidates of color to participate.

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. CNN’s June 27 presidential debate was meant to be efficient and fast moving, ...

The presidential debate commission says it will soon adopt changes to its format to avoid a repeat of the disjointed first meeting between President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden. The commission ...

The purpose of political debates is to educate the public by clearly identifying the candidates’ positions on important issues. That process demands a well-structured format and disciplined behavior ...