Michael Sovern

Columbia University

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Professor of Law at Columbia University and President Emeritus of the university; stand-in for Ronald Reagan in debate preparation against Walter Mondale

Michael Sovern on KCRW

In last night's debate , Mitt Romney was an aggressive challenger, not afraid to accuse a sitting President of not telling the truth.

Taking Stock of the First Debate

In last night's debate , Mitt Romney was an aggressive challenger, not afraid to accuse a sitting President of not telling the truth.

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In Colorado this morning, President Obama gave an energetic stump speech, but even Democrats agree he was uninspired in last night's debate compared to Mitt Romney .

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In Colorado this morning, President Obama gave an energetic stump speech, but even Democrats agree he was uninspired in last night's debate compared to Mitt Romney .

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