After reading transcripts, watching videos and understanding poll reactions I conclude that this series of debates was full of name calling (as viewers can see by clicking the full video links given in above sections), agenda attacking, and memorable images.  The public tuned into these debates, especially the second one as it was a new format, and they were engulfed by the images and footage … Continue reading Synthesis

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The third and final debate was held at Michigan State University, in East Lansing on October 19th. Jim Lehrer moderated and it was the standard form of debate with each candidate at a podium. (PBS)   transcript (COD) The third debate had no special fireworks, or memorable moments but it was a solidifying event. Post debate polls showed similar ratings between the candidates with Perot having … Continue reading East Lansing, MI

CNN polls revealed that Perot had won the first debate and Bush was struggling after doing a study following the first debate.  Clinton held his ground and was entering the second debate full of confidence, mainly because of its format. ABC’s Carol Simpson was moderator and the format was a town hall style. Questions were asked directly by the audience, the first time we have … Continue reading Richmond, VA

The first debate took place at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. Jim Lehrer of PBS was the moderator and it was a typical 90 minute format (PBS).   first half debate transcript, second half debate transcript (COD) full debate video (NBC)   Voter Reaction (interviews by PBS) on a diverse group of swing voters SCOTT MacCORMACK, Computer Consultant, Republican, Denver: Ross Perot had the most … Continue reading St. Louis, MO

Bush had been in office for four years, his sole strength was foreign policy, and we were relatively comfortable with our standing in the eyes of other nations. Most thought it would be an easy re-election for the republican. But the shape of the economy had been deteriorating and voters public opinion of the candidates were changing (pomper). The debates were fast approaching and George … Continue reading entering the fall of ’92..