Debating our destiny. 40 years of presidential debates
Description
Analyzing pivotal moments from four decades of televised sparring and showmanship, this public broadcasting program explores the presidential debate process through the eyes of those who know it best: the candidates themselves. The NewsHour's Jim Lehrer presents interviews with contenders in every debate from 1976 to 1996 and sheds light on the prototype of all presidential debates, Nixon vs. Kennedy. Accompanied by footage from the original broadcasts, these intimate conversations produce insights and revelations from Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, John Anderson, Walter Mondale, George H. W. Bush, Michael Dukakis, Bill Clinton, and Bob Dole. Running mates from nearly every campaign are also featured.
Runtime
117 min
Subjects
- Interpersonal communication (301)
- Mass media and culture (147)
- Public speaking (113)
- Political participation (340)
- Mass media (887)
- Communication (1217)
- Communication in organizations (67)
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2009], c2000
Database
Films on Demand
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