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An economist's guide to watching the Atlanta 2020 presidential debate: 3 essential reads

  • Written by Bryan Keogh, Senior Editor, Economy + Business
Media and others prepare the stage for the Democratic presidential debate in Atlanta. AP Photo/John Amis

The top candidates vying to be the Democratic presidential nominee in 2020 will soon take the stage in Atlanta for their fifth televised debate.

With 10 people and only two hours to discuss dozens of complicated issues, viewers may have a hard...

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