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Images: The many moods of the first US Presidential debate

Oct 4, 2012   (8 images)

In a showdown at close quarters, President Barack Obama and Republican Mitt Romney sparred aggressively in their first campaign debate Wednesday night over taxes, deficits and strong steps needed to create jobs in a sputtering national economy. (Associated Press) Here are some images:

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Incumbent President Barack Obama and his rival Mitt Romney wave at the crowds before kickstarting their first debate. Getty Images.

 

The two Presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Barack Obama embark on a war of words. Getty Images.

 

President Barack Obama reacts to a point being made by his rival Mitt Romney. Getty Images.

 

Americans tuned in across the country to watch the debate: Getty Images.

 

US Presidential candidate Mitt Romney attacked Obama on the US economy: Getty Images.

 

The first Mitt Romney, Barack Obama face-off at Denver. Getty Images.

 

Keeping it civil: The two candidates Barack Obama and Mitt Romney after the first Presidential debate. Getty Images.

 

US Presidential candidate Mitt Romney greets his wife and daughter after holding his nerve through the first debate with Barack Obama. Getty Images.