And why the Commission on Presidential Debates doesn’t want to understand it
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The Debate We Had vs. the Debate We Needed
The presidency is about running the executive branch, which you wouldn’t know from the debate questions.
Why Trump Will Lose Ohio
National Democrats began the year viewing Ohio as a red state—but this year, it’s clearly purple.
Presidential Debates 2020: Live Updates
Join the Prospect staff for live coverage of the first debate matchup between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden.
Hawkish Dem Sherman Is Next in Line to Replace Engel as Foreign Affairs Chairman
Rep. Brad Sherman is heavily funded by the defense industry and pro-Israel PACs.
Democrats Should Be Louder About Trumpian Con Artistry
The ridiculous health care pronouncements last week serve as an example.
The Congressional District That Could Decide the Presidency
Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, in some scenarios, provides the margin of victory for Joe Biden. So why isn’t the House race there getting more attention from Democratic leaders?
Ultra-Rich Sen. Kelly Loeffler’s Family Has Taken In $3 Million in Farm Subsidies
The scandal is what’s legal, as they say.
6 Crucial Races That Will Flip the Senate
Here’s where to spend your time and money before Election Day.

