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Today, Thursday August 6, marks the first debate of the 2015 federal election campaign. Woo hoo!
Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Liberal leader Justin Trudeau, NDP leader Tom Mulcair and Green leader Elizabeth May have all agreed to be present at Maclean’s first debate, moderated by political editor Paul Wells.
You can watch the debate live on tv or online from 8:00 p.m. EST to 10:00 p.m. EST.
What is rabble going to do about it?
First, we’re going to bring you live coverage and reactions of the debate from former rabble news intern and current rabble contributor Mick Sweetman. Follow Mick’s live coverage below.
After the debate, stay tuned for the exemplary analysis of Parliamentary correspondent Karl Nerenberg on his blog Hill Dispatches and a special roundup and reactions piece from Mick Sweetman.
Want to chat about the debates while they happen? There’s a babble thread for that! Join the babble discussion online to discuss every tidbit of the debate you like.
And, make sure to follow rabble on twitter and facebook, and sign up for our election daily alerts so you won’t miss any of the action!
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