In Defense of Journalism and Presidential Debates.

The article discusses the deficiencies in presidential debates, particularly focusing on the dialogue and argumentation of candidates. It highlights the challenges faced by journalists in fact-checking misleading claims made by political leaders during debates. The text also examines Donald Trump's disruptive behavior in the 2020 debates and the subsequent changes implemented by the Commission on Presidential Debates to maintain order. Despite the challenges, the article emphasizes the importance of debates in facilitating voter learning and promoting informed decision-making. [Extracted from the article]

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