Yahoo! News: Do debates between candidates actually matter?
โThe value of debating in a democracy shouldnโt be understated. Itโs a proven part of the process that helps voters become informed and make decisions on who is best to represent them in government. Voters deserve to know where candidates stand on certain issues, and debates and candidate forums are one of the best tools we have.โ โ Geoff Foster, executive director of Common Cause Massachusetts, to WGBH