Leaders' debate

Leaders have occasionally attempted to use props (such as charts or signs bearing slogans) during a debate with varying degrees of success.

Television had quickly proven to be an excellent and efficient means of reaching out to large blocs of the electorate.

The moderator will usually attempt to exercise some control through all of this, and then stop the debate after time has elapsed so the next question can be asked.

After the panelists finish asking questions, each leader will make his or her closing remarks and the debate will end.

After much negotiation, the debates were held 48 hours before the election between then-president Peter Poroshenko and Zelensky, in front of nearly 30,000 spectators.