In September, 1854, an out-of-office Abraham Lincoln repeatedly tried to get Senator Stephen Douglas to debate him as Douglas gave campaign speeches in Bloomington, Illinois. read more
Donald Trump debate: The candidate says he will skip Fox News' debate because of moderator Megyn Kelly and will hold his own event in Iowa. It marks the latest and most dramatic rupture in his escalating fight with Fox. read more
Trump has nothing to gain from participating in future debates. He has a solid lead over the other GOP candidates, and if he falters in any debate he could look more foolish and lose ground. On the other hand, his behavior so far seems to have only helped his poll numbers, which continue to rise. read more