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Sep 2020
31m 50s

Chaos and Contempt: The First Presidenti...

The New York Times
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This episode contains strong language. Both presidential candidates had clear goals for their first debate on Tuesday. For Joseph R. Biden Jr., the contest was an opportunity to consolidate his lead in polls before Election Day. President Trump’s task was, politically, a taller order — to change the course of a race that he seems to be losing. His tactics ... Show More
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