Agence France-Presse in Denver

Romney, Obama clash on economy in first debate

US President Barack Obama (R) speaks during his debate with Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney (L), who greets the audience at the conclusion in Denver, Colorado, on October 3, 2012. Photo: AFP

Republican challenger Mitt Romney came out firing in his first presidential debate, attacking Barack Obama for economic policies he said had “crushed” the American middle class.

4 Oct 2012 - 4:35PM

Obama, Romney prepare for first debate

Barack Obama and Mitt Romney are to have their first of three debates on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

3 Oct 2012 - 6:14PMvideocam

Biden gaffe on eve of US presidential debate

Vice President Joe Biden poses for photos with supporters during a campaign event in Asheville, North Carolina, on Tuesday. Photo: AP

Vice President Joe Biden inadvertently tossed raw meat to Republican rivals barely 24 hours ahead of the first presidential debate.

3 Oct 2012 - 10:33AMvideocam

Romney attacks Obama's foreign policy ahead of debate

4 Oct 2012 - 2:34PM