1.   Debates are designed to showcase the candidates, not the questioners.

2.   Sipple likes to showcase his candidates.

3.   The candidates will be showcased Thursday night during a state GOP-sponsored presidential forum at Arizona State University, although Dole plans to skip the event.

4.   Concerned about dwindling interest in the elections, both sides are showcasing candidates including world class athletes and film stars such as Gina Lollobrigida.