In a studio, the candidates debated many issues, including gun control, corporate corruption, the economy, the environment, prescription drugs, personal issues, national defense, campaign finance reform, and gun control. Ms. Strafaci moderated the debate. The candidates responded to questions from the panel.

During the second part of the program, only Mr. Forrester and Mr. Lautenberg remained in the debate. They responded to questions from the panel and each other.

Campaign commercials for Mr. Forrester and Mr. Lautenberg were also shown.