For over 250 years, public debate has shaped the destiny of the United States. In this third episode of “The Death of Debate,” I’m digging into how, from our Founding Fathers to modern presidential contests, our leaders have hashed out society’s biggest disagreements in taverns, town squares, and mass media. Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist. Lincoln vs. Douglas. Kennedy vs. Nixon. Trump vs. Biden. For all the valid critiques of modern American politics, these historical debates aren’t mere political theater—they often decide the course of history. Tune in next Friday for episode four of “The Death of Debate.”