Why muted mics won’t help Trump or Harris at debate

We assess each candidate's strengths and weaknesses when put in the spotlight and under pressure.

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With less than two months until Election Day, it's a high-stakes night for both candidates, where their words and debate style will be put to the test.

The BBC's Courtney Subramanian looks at the strengths and weaknesses of each.

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