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This depends entirely on the state of the campaign. Generally speaking, challengers have to appear ready to take on the post they are running for, while incumbents have to defend their record and convince voters they deserve another term. Particularly in House races, the challenger is basically an unknown to voters, meaning the debate is the challenger's chance to introduce him/herself to voters. Much media coverage is devoted to the appearance of candidates-did they look bored or condescending (George HW Bush in 1992), agitated (John McCain in 2008), senile (James Stockdale, 1992), or sleepy (Barack Obama in 2012)? Did they make a gaffe (saying something stupid, or off-putting), like Gerald Ford in 1976, Michael Dukakis in 1988, or Rick Perry in 2012? Romney's "binders full of women" looks likely to be a major gaffe this campaign season.
Debates rarely have an impact on the overall race, however. Presidential debates have only made a difference in who won during the 1960 and 2000 elections, and the large swings in the polls this year following the first debate are the exception, not the rule.
What else can I help you with?
How many votes needed to win if 175 voters with 8 candidates?
Winning a majority of the votes means winning more than 50% of the total votes cast. If winning requires a "majority", a candidate needs 88 votes. Winning a plurality of the votes means less than 50 percent but more than any other candidate. If winning requires a "plurality", a candidate needs more votes than any of the other 7 candidates.
What happens if you write in a candidate for president on your ballot?
If you write in a candidate for president on your ballot, your vote will be counted as a write-in vote for that candidate. However, write-in candidates must meet certain requirements to be eligible to win, and their chances of winning are typically very low.
What does it mean when a candidate concedes?
"the candidate conceded" is a nice way of saying "the candidate acknowledged that he had been defeated" dictionary definition for concede: 1: to grant as a right or privilege 2 a: to accept as true, valid, or accurate b: to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly
Can a candidate win the presidency without winning the following large states?
Yes, The large states California, Texas, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Illinois have a combined total of 189 electorial votes. The rest of the states has a total of 349 electorial votes, and so yes, you can win the rest of the states and win the election.
What committee sends political leaders to certain states to campaign for their party's candidate?
The National Party Committee is responsible for sending political leaders to campaign for their party's candidate in specific states. They strategize on how to best allocate resources and leverage high-profile endorsements to boost the candidate's chances of winning. These campaign efforts typically involve targeting key swing states or districts where their support can make a significant impact on the election outcome.
Does a Presidential candidate have to go to a debate?
Candidates for any elected political position are not required to attend a debate with opponents. With that said, the current system of debates is ludicrous. The only fair way to conduct a debate and to give each candidate equal time to speak is to pose the same policy question to each candidate and have each candidate give his or her answer to the question. Currently, for both parties, that idea is not followed.Also, if a candidate is asked a question, that question is the one that should be answered. That is not the case in either party's debate process.
Last third party candidate to participate in a presidential debate?
no
What is a sentence using 'sanguine'?
"The reform candidate was not sanguine about his chances of winning."
Which debates did Mitt Romney win?
You technically cant win a debate. Debate's are supposed to be for the candidate to get his information to the general population ( or to help him get a vote)
What actors and actresses appeared in The Western Republican Presidential Debate - 2011?
The cast of The Western Republican Presidential Debate - 2011 includes: Michele Bachmann as Herself - Candidate Herman Cain as Himself - Candidate Anderson Cooper as Himself - Moderator Anthony Crivello as Himself - National Anthem Singer Newt Gingrich as Himself - Candidate Mitt Romney as Himself - Candidate Rick Santorum as Himself - Candidate
What is it called when a candidate wins more votes than others?
Winning a majority of the votes means winning more than 50% of the total votes cast. Winning a plurality of the votes means less than 50 percent but more than any other candidate.
Which candidate's perform in the first televised debate helped his campaign?
John F Kennedy's performance in the first debate helped his campaign.
Which statement best describes what happened in the debate?
public opinion was affected by the candidate's personal appearance
How many votes needed to win if 175 voters with 8 candidates?
Winning a majority of the votes means winning more than 50% of the total votes cast. If winning requires a "majority", a candidate needs 88 votes. Winning a plurality of the votes means less than 50 percent but more than any other candidate. If winning requires a "plurality", a candidate needs more votes than any of the other 7 candidates.
What signs are there to tell if you are winning a debate with a christian?
There are no signs. Christians don't lose debates.
What actors and actresses appeared in Republican Presidential Debate - 2012?
The cast of Republican Presidential Debate - 2012 includes: Bret Baier as Himself - Moderator Newt Gingrich as Himself - Candidate Mitt Romney as Himself - Candidate Rick Santorum as Himself - Candidate Gerald Seib as Himself - Panelist Juan Williams as Himself - Panelist
How can i name someone as a candidate?
In an election you can write them in on the ballot, but for them to have a shot at winning you would have to advertise.
