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The Best Episodes of Race for the White House Season 1

Every episode of Race for the White House Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Race for the White House Season 1!

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From executive producers Kevin Spacey and Dana Brunetti, CNN Original Series "Race for the White House" captures the drama of how a high-stakes presidential election can turn on a single issue and so much more.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Race for the White House Season 1 Episode 1 - John F. Kennedy vs. Richard Nixon
    7.6/10(95 votes)

    #1 - John F. Kennedy vs. Richard Nixon

    S1:E1

    John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon have the first televised presidential debate; one where presentation made as much of an impact as message, and may have cost Nixon the election.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Race for the White House Season 1 Episode 2 - Abraham Lincoln vs. Stephen A. Douglas
    6.9/10(74 votes)

    #2 - Abraham Lincoln vs. Stephen A. Douglas

    S1:E2

    Lincoln's oratory and underhanded tactics gave him the chance to beat Stephen Douglas, one of the most formidable politicians of his generation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Race for the White House Season 1 Episode 3 - George H.W. Bush vs. Michael Dukakis
    7.6/10(77 votes)

    #3 - George H.W. Bush vs. Michael Dukakis

    S1:E3

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Race for the White House Season 1 Episode 4 - Truman v. Dewey
    7.2/10(49 votes)

    #4 - Truman v. Dewey

    S1:E4

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Race for the White House Season 1 Episode 5 - Jackson v. Adams
    7.3/10(55 votes)

    #5 - Jackson v. Adams

    S1:E5

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Race for the White House Season 1 Episode 6 - Clinton v. Bush
    7.8/10(62 votes)

    #6 - Clinton v. Bush

    S1:E6

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"John F. Kennedy vs. Richard Nixon" is the best rated episode of "Race for the White House" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 95 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/6/2016. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Abraham Lincoln vs. Stephen A. Douglas".