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This PBS site looks at the pivotal moments from the last 40 years of presidential debates through the eyes of those who were there. On this site, you can read, listen to or watch the program as well as browse extended interviews with the former candidates and coverage of the individual debates and campaigns. Please also check out The MBC's History of Televised Presidential Debates and CNN: Presidential Debate History.

Watch the debate tonight 6pm PST. The other two debates will take place on October 8, in St. Louis, MO, and on October 13, in Tempe, AZ. Tonight's debate will focus on foreign policy and homeland security.