Debate 101: What you should know before watching the 2016 presidential debates

Tonight's the first debate between Trump and Clinton. Here's what you need to know before tuning in

Published September 26, 2016 7:20PM (EDT)

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Fayetteville, North Carolina March 9, 2016. Picture taken March 9, 2016. REUTERS/Jonathan Drake - RTSA4GH (Reuters)
U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Fayetteville, North Carolina March 9, 2016. Picture taken March 9, 2016. REUTERS/Jonathan Drake - RTSA4GH (Reuters)


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