Biden, Palin debate
Published:Friday | October 3, 2008 | 9:06 AM
The two US vice-presidential candidates have traded blows on the financial crisis, climate change and foreign policy in their only television debate.
Democrat Joe Biden sought to link Republican presidential candidate John McCain to the policies of President Bush.
Republican Sarah Palin defended herself against claims of inexperience and said the McCain ticket would bring change.
Observers said she appeared more confident than in recent TV interviews.
The debate at Washington University in St Louis, Missouri, was seen as particularly crucial for Mrs Palin, whose ratings have fallen amid concerns about her ability to lead.