can devolve into a huge televised press conference. Debates are high- stakes events. Especially to third party candidates. Voters who have not yet made up their mind can be won or lost depending on what happens in the debate. The drama of direct confrontation attracts a huge television audience. The viewing of the debate ranges from 85 to 97 million people and is increasing every year. You also need to show that you are a nationally viable candidate by getting into the debates. Debates are crucial because they keep our campaigns from being about nothing but money. No matter how much money a candidate has he can never win a debate, even if he buys the best spin doctors. ConclusionIn conclusion I believe that presidential debates play a vital role in shaping the opinion of the voters. In addition, candidates can use the debates as a form to present their plans and visions for the nation. I also believe that if a candidate does not do well in a debate, then he probably won’t fair very well in the final election results. Debates have become the primary source to the voter’s opinion on a candidate. ...
