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Egyptian presidential debate underscores Islamist vs. establishment divide
Egypt’s top two presidential candidates faced off last night in the first presidential debate in the nation’s history, giving Egyptians a chance to watch a contest that would have been unthinkable under former president Hosni Mubarak.
Egyptians Captivated By Televised Presidential Debate
In Egypt's first presidential debate, only the top two candidates participated. Voters go to the polls later this month to choose among a field of 13 candidates. The winner is expected to be decided in a runoff next month.
Egypt sees Arab world's first presidential debate
Two election front-runners, a former foreign minister and a moderate Islamist, squared off Thursday in the Arab world's first ever presidential debate, trading barbs over the role of religion and how to bring democratic reform to Egypt.
Egyptian presidential debate underscores Islamist vs. establishment divide (+video)
Egypt's first ever presidential debate pitted stability against revolutionary fervor. Elections are scheduled for later this month.
The Case For A Presidential Science Debate
A group of science advocates say the American president should have the basic scientific know-how to understand policy challenges, evaluate options and devise solutions. Ira Flatow and guests discuss how a presidential science debate can help voters decide if a candidate is up for the job.