Some first debates matter, some don't. But political scientists generally agree that the first debate in most campaigns is the most important.
John B. King Jr.: “Some first debates matter, some don't. But political scientists generally agree that the first debate in most campaigns…”
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John King provides insight into the significance of first presidential debates in shaping election outcomes.
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