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New York Times: “Stark Backdrop as President Prepares to Debate”

Washington Post: “8 Questions About the First Presidential Debate”

Wall Street Journal: “Poll Shows Slim Obama Lead”

Associated Press: “Presidential Debate to Set Tone for Race”

Politico: “Colorado Presidential Debate: 5 Things to Watch”

The Hill: “Romney Goes on the Offense on Eve of First Presidential Debate”