Zelizer : Although they do n't do much to affect the results of the actual campaign , they can have an effect on the future of a candidate 's career regardless of whether the ticket wins or loses . Vice presidential debates do n't usually sway outcome of elections . He says they can have an outsized influence on careers of the candidates . Julian Zelizer : Debates proved harmful to Massachusetts , Julian Zelizer , Julian Zelizer and Dole .
Zelizer : Vice presidential debates do n't usually sway outcome of elections . He says they can have an outsized influence on careers of the candidates . Julian Zelizer : Debates proved harmful to Massachusetts , Julian Zelizer , Julian Zelizer and Dole .