We answer your questions about the upcoming presidential debate.

Including:

- Their strategies
- How they're preparing (and who's role playing Donald Trump for during Democrat rehearsals)
- What the rules are

HOSTS:

* Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter
* Sumi Somaskanda, BBC Chief Presenter

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