TV ratings slipped for final debate
Nielsen estimates 59.2M watched, compared to 67.2M for 1st and 65.6M for 2nd; Fox News drew more debate viewers than it ever had
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In third and final presidential debate, Romney steered clear of Libya controversy
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First debate between Obama and Romney drew higher rating - 67 million - but second was highest second debate since 1992
Obama's debate performance helped among women
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