The first Presidential Debate was held on September 26, 2008 in Oxford, Mississippi. The second debate was held on October 7, 2008 in Nashville, Tennesee. The third debate was held on October 15, 2008 in Hempstead, New York. Additionally, a Vice Presidential debate was held on October 2, 2008 in St. Louis, Missouri. The links below include data on content of the messages used in these debates.

Functions of the 2008 General Campaign Debates

Topics of the 2008 General Campaign Debates

Topics of Attacks in 2008 General Campaign Debates

Forms of Policy in 2008 General Campaign Debates

Forms of Character in2008 General Campaign Debates