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Clinton vs. Trump, Round One: Who Won? Any Minds Changed?

Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump
John Cravota / Tom Bullock
Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump

The first of three presidential debates was held Monday night. Both candidates face particularly interesting challenges in terms of their approach to the debate, in style and content. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have been locked in a fierce and tightening race so the question becomes what role will this and the other debates play in the final outcome? We take a look at their performances.

Guests

Dr. Scott Huffmon, professor of political science, Winthrop University; director, Winthrop Poll

Dr. Susan Roberts, professor of political science, Davidson College

Dr. Eric Heberlig, professor of political science, UNC Charlotte 

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