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WASHINGTON (AP) — Debate commission adopts new rules to mute microphones to allow Trump, Biden 2 minutes of uninterrupted time per segment.

Commission unveils format, with new rule to allow uninterrupted responses; no mute button for open discussion part of debate President Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden will have their microphones cut off in Thursday’s debate while their rival delivers their opening two-minute answer to each of the debate topics. The 90-minute debate is divided into six 15-minute segments, with each candidate granted two minutes to deliver uninterrupted remarks before proceeding to an open debate. The open discussion portion of the debate will not feature a mute button, but interruptions by either candidate will count toward their time in the second...

Political debates only reveal a candidate's abilities and beliefs if we can follow what's going on. Let's auto-mute mics for candidates not on the clock. Of the many things this nation must reaffirm, itÂ’s that words matter and promises should be kept. If former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump stick to the commitments their campaigns agreed to months ago, Americans will have the option to sit through two more presidential debates this year.As soon as is possible, however, the Commission on Presidential Debates must ensure a return to an informative, meaningful, and respectful discussion between the candidates...

"Ism's" are the bottom line within our conversations. Whether it be capitalism, socialism, communism, totalitarianism or Marxism. Some are similar, others are opposites. "Ism's" are what defines us as political creatures. The point of this article is WHICH "ism" is most beneficial to mankind. Personally, I believe capitalism is and has been most beneficial. But then, many believe after this financial melt-down socialism/Marxism may provide for the betterment of the majority. That brings up another question: Why should any "ism" provide a better outcome for the societal contract?