I've Helped Presidential Candidates Prepare for Debates. Here's What I'd Advise This Year's Contenders

Over the past 15 years, I have helped a number of presidential candidates prepare for debates, and I am certain the 2020 contenders are feeling the pressure to have a breakout moment in their upcoming first round. But anyone looking to these events for clarity on the direction this race will take is likely to be disappointed. I know we're all tired of hearing that it's early, but the reality is we are just six months into an 18-month process leading to the Democratic nomination.

Over the past 15 years, I have helped a number of presidential candidates prepare for debates, and I am certain the 2020 contenders are feeling the pressure to have a breakout moment in their upcoming first round. But anyone looking to these events for clarity on the direction this race will take is likely to be disappointed. I know we're all tired of hearing that it's early, but the reality is we are just six months into an 18-month process leading to the Democratic nomination.