Professor Splaine reviewed the first three debates and previewed this fourth debate. Mayor Cougill talked about his community’s efforts in re-enacting the debate. Professor Sterling discussed the particular significance of this debate, including Mr. Lincoln’s family connections to this area and the political loyalties of the area. Ms. Shick talked about re-creating the experience of the debate, especially the platform. Several participants were also interviewed, including Rep. Glenn Poshard. who portrayed Dr. Chambers. In a portion of a taped interview, Mr. Ritchie talked about Senator Douglas' views on territorial expansion. Professors Wiggins and Zarefsky discussed the issues of this debate, including racial equality, popular sovereignty, the Mexican War controversy and the different debate text used for this debate. Dr. Scism provided his opinions of Senator Douglas. Mayor Cougill warned people about the harsh racial language that would be used in the debate re-enactment.