Clinton Vs. Dole, Gore Vs. Kemp

In Hartford, Conn., Oct. 6, President Bill Clinton held his ground against a barrage of wit and criticism from GOP challenger Bob Dole. On Oct. 9, Al Gore and Jack Kemp argued over tax policy, abortion and help for the inner cities in a respectful, 90-minute confrontation. And in the final debate on Oct. 16 in San Diego, Dole shifted tactics and repeatedly attacked Clinton's "public ethics." But Clinton, ignoring the barbs, focused on public policy issues and was judged the winner in most public surveys.

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