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Trivia: Great debates.
John Kerry has proposed engaging in a debate with George W. Bush once a week until Election Day. How much do you know about previous presidential debates?
1. Which candidate said this during an opening statement: "I don't believe in big government, but I believe in effective government action."
A. George W. Bush
B. Jimmy Carter
C. John F. Kennedy
D. Ronald Reagan
2. Which year marked the first-ever "town hall meeting" approach in a televised debate, which allowed voters to pose questions to the candidates?
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