The two candidates are taking vastly different approaches to what is expected to be one of the most widely watched presidential debates since Carter vs. Reagan in 1980.<br />Clinton is mentally readying herself for multiple Trumps: the disciplined opponent who sticks to big themes, the no-holds-barred opponent who goes on the offensive, and the dismissive antagonist who calls her a “loser” to her face.<br />She is eager to play offense and try to get under his skin, by doing things like calling him “Donald” and questioning his net worth.<br />Trump's preparation will be geared to running through questions while he is on his feet and aware of a countdown timer when he is speaking.<br />His advisers will try to throw him off balance, and measure his response to possible Clinton jabs like “You’re lying, Donald.”
