After all, he’s been lying like crazy lately—why should tonight be any different?

Clinton’s ad says he “can’t win the debate” if he lies tonight, although he’s never been hurt by a lie before. Why should tonight be any different? Lester Holt, the moderator, who is a Republican, is not required to fact-check statements during the debate.

What time is too early to start drinking for a debate that starts at 6 pm PST? Asking for a friend.

Christopher Frizzelle was The Stranger's print editor, and first joined the staff in 2003. He was the editor-in-chief from 2007 to 2016, and edited the story by Eli Sanders that won a 2012 Pulitzer...