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Donald Trump speaks to a large group of supporters at a Florida airport hangar on Tuesday night, the day after his first debate with Hillary Clinton.

No, Donald Trump Didn't Win Post-Debate 'Polls'

4:58pm September 28, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

The Internet surveys the GOP nominee frequently cites are unscientific and can be easily manipulated. Reputable scientific polls taken after the debate show Hillary Clinton was the clear winner.

Arizona Newspaper Breaks With Tradition, Backs Clinton

1:37pm September 28, 2016

by Scott Horsley

For the first time in its 126-year history, the Arizona Republic has endorsed a Democrat for president. The paper acknowledged Hillary Clinton's missteps, but said Donald Trump poses a serious threat.

Clinton-Trump Showdown Is Most-Watched Presidential Debate

8:26pm September 27, 2016

by Merrit Kennedy

An estimated 84 million people watched Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump in their first debate Monday, according to TV ratings data from Nielsen, making it the most-watched debate ever.

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Politics & Government

Hillary Clinton Focuses On Economic Fairness In Raleigh Rally

5:16pm September 27, 2016

by Jason Debruyn, WUNC

During Hillary Clinton's campaign stop in Raleigh Tuesday, she focused heavily on her plans to make the American economy fairer for all families.

Former Miss Universe Alicia Machado speaks to reporters during a June press conference. Trump criticized her weight in the 1990s, and again after Monday's presidential debate.

In Post-Debate Interview, Trump Again Criticizes Pageant-Winner's Weight

3:36pm September 27, 2016

by Scott Detrow

Donald Trump followed up Monday's debate by insulting a former Miss Universe winner. He told a morning show that Alicia Machado "gained a massive amount of weight, and it was a real problem."

Lester Holt did indeed fact-check the candidates Monday night. But did it do anything?

Do Fact Checks Matter?

3:34pm September 27, 2016

by Danielle Kurtzleben

Voters' minds are stubborn, and politicians habitually spout falsehoods. That doesn't mean fact-checking is a failure, though.

Across The Country, Fascination And Indifference On Debate Night

7:54am September 27, 2016

by Wade Goodwyn

An enormous television audience was expected for the first Clinton-Trump presidential debate. Crowds of voters also gathered in homes, restaurants and bars to watch the candidates go toe to toe.

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks as Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton and Moderator Lester Holt listen during the presidential debate at Hofstra University on September 26, 2016 in Hempstead, New York.

Clinton And Trump Clash In Tense First Presidential Debate

11:42pm September 26, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

The first presidential debate was a tense affair between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump as they clashed over their economic and trade plans, national security and race relations in the U.S.

Democrat Hillary Clinton, left, and Republican Donald Trump, right, will debate for the first time Monday night.

Your Cheat Sheet To The Issues That Could Come Up In The Presidential Debate

10:16am September 24, 2016

by Scott Horsley

From jobs and taxes to health care and immigration, there are a host of issues that will come up Monday night. Here's what you should know to get smart quick.

Coleson McCoy watches Heather Milliron work on a project in advanced physical science at the Global Impact STEM Academy in Springfield, Ohio. The city, which lost jobs as factories closed, is trying to boost local incomes with education.

Candidates Want To Raise The Economic Tide To Lift Opportunity, But How?

7:23pm September 23, 2016

Both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump talk about increasing opportunities for coming generations. Some analysts say boosting economic growth would help, but the way there is complicated.

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