Face the Nation Diary

John Dickerson examines what voters and analysts will be watching for on Monday during the first general election debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. Are people looking for policy details or more of a general sense of how the candidates think and operate?

60% of voters do not believe Donald Trump is prepared for the job yet the race for presidency remains tight. John Dickerson describes Hillary Clinton's challenge of making voters believe Trump is unfit for the presidency.

During this election cycle, Donald Trump has bragged about his ability to buy off politicians by making large donations as a businessman. John Dickerson takes a look at a new report and Trump's claims about his political prowess.

John Dickerson examines Donald Trump's continued back-and-forth on his signature policy issue, immigration, and what it might say about his campaign and potential presidency.

John Dickerson explains the significance of Hillary Clinton refusing to take part in a press conference as a presidential candidate.?

John Dickerson examines the politics behind Donald Trump's shift on immigration -- what does Trump hope to gain, and what might he lose in the process?

John Dickerson examines the latest revelations regarding Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server as secretary of state and her interaction with donors to the Clinton Foundation.

John Dickerson discusses his interview with President Obama and what sorts of qualities and traits voters should look for as they're considering their choices in the presidential race.

John Dickerson examines the controversy sparked after Sen. Ted Cruz urged voters to "vote your conscience" during his speech at the GOP convention, and what it may mean for the election in November.

John Dickerson examines the messages and themes of the GOP convention. Have the speakers been more anti-Clinton than pro-Trump? Has it been 'mission accomplished,' or a missed opportunity?