The second presidential debate was held at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, on October 8, moderated by Charles Gibson of ABC. Conducted in a town meeting format, less formal than the first presidential debate, this debate saw Bush and Kerry taking questions on a variety of subjects from a local audience. Bush attempted to deflect criticism of what was described as his scowling demeanor during the first debate, joking at one point about one of Kerry's remarks, "That answer made me want to scowl."
Where was the second debate for presidency held? Was the second debate held in a rigid, formalistic manner? Was there a specific topic as the main focus for the second debate? Who was the moderator of the second debate, held at the Washington University? How did Bush try to make light of himself after being made fun of for his demeanor during the first debate?