text:  I think what the candidates should focus on articulating a positive vision for the future, how America will be better under their presidency over the next four years. And I think that's what the American people want to hear. Trump will get the final word of the night while Biden got to choose whether he wanted the podium on the right or left side. Their microphones will be muted except when it's their turn to speak. All non-major party candidates failed to qualify for the debate stage. CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash are moderating.