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How do you think debates between presidential candidates affect voters' choices in elections?

Politics
France
Iniciada August 28, 2026

Seven of France's leading candidates locked horns on Thursday in their first debate, eight months ahead of an increasingly tight and crowded election to succeed President Emmanuel Macron. The debate comes less than eight months ahead of the 2027 election to choose France's new leader, with centrist incumbent Macron having served the maximum two consecutive terms

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The media's focus on debate 'winners' and 'losers' manufactures narratives that override voters' own judgments.

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Debates should prioritize policy discussions over personal attacks to better serve the electorate's need for informed choices.

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Candidates who avoid debates or perform poorly should not be treated as legitimate alternatives by media and voters.

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Debate formats favour charismatic performers over serious policy experts, distorting voter choice.

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Debates should include detailed policy questions and fact-checking, regardless of which candidate benefits.

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Debate performance often determines who wins elections more than policy substance does.

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Voters deserve multiple chances to hear candidates debate before making their final choice.

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Candidates who perform well in debates are often seen as more viable, regardless of their actual policy positions.

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Whether debates are scheduled early or late, they should give voters a fair comparison of each candidate's vision and competence.

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Candidates who perform well on stage tend to be better at governing than those who struggle in debates.

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