Pence succeeds in debate without really trying to defend Trump
Farmville, Virginia
DONALD Trump's weeklong slide in the presidential race started when he showed up to the first debate unprepared and spoiling for a fight. On Tuesday evening, Mike Pence helped slow it by doing the opposite.
Calm and measured, Mr Pence showed off his preparation for his vice-presidential showdown with Democrat Tim Kaine, fending off a slashing, interrupting opponent.
The Indiana governor prepared for the debate "since the night he received the call from Mr Trump", a campaign aide told ABC News, enlisting Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker as Mr Kaine's stand-in during practice sessions last week.
While a marked contrast with Mr Trump's shaky first debate with Democrat Hillary Clinton, Mr Pence's steady performance - which came after a dismal week of self-inflicted wounds and flagging poll numbers for the Tr…
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