The Debate From Hell
The two presidential candidates squared off Tuesday night in Cleveland and it was a loud, chaotic mess marked by constant interruptions and insults. President Donald Trump launched dozens of lies and falsehoods, failed to give a clear repudiation of white supremacy, and refused to call on supporters to remain peaceful in the post-election period. Former Vice-President Joe Biden responded by calling the President a clown and telling him to shut up. The commission that produces the debates is now weighing potential changes to the two remaining events.
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Keeping Voters Informed Online
On Monday, KPBS launches its 2020 Voter Guide for the general election. The online resource gives readers detail on the candidates and issues. Web producer Alexander Nguyen plays a role in putting the Voter Guide together and will explain what to expect in this latest version. We also discuss ways to spot disinformation campaigns that attempt to influence voters.
Who Will Replace Rep. Susan Davis?
This week we check on the race in the 53rd Congressional District that will replace retiring Rep. Susan Davis. Two Democrats, Georgette Gómez and Sarah Jacobs, advanced from the March primary. Gómez is running her campaign while also balancing her duties as San Diego City Council President. Jacobs, granddaughter of Qualcomm cofounder Irwin Jacobs, worked in the Obama State Department and unsuccessfully ran for Congress in the 49th Congressional District in 2018.
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