LIVE CHAT: Follow The Debate With NPR's Politics Team

NPR | By Amita Kelly

Published September 16, 2015 at 8:31 AM EDT

Fifteen Republican presidential candidates debated Wednesday night in California — the second Republican debate this season.

NPR's live debate chat is now closed, but you can see the archived chat below and post in the comments at the bottom of the page.

Amita Kelly

Amita Kelly is a Washington editor, where she works across beats and platforms to edit election, politics and policy news and features stories.

See stories by Amita Kelly

WRVO is at a critical moment.

Recent cuts to federal funding are challenging our mission to serve central and upstate New York with trusted journalism, vital local coverage, and the diverse programming that informs and connects our communities. This is the moment to join our community of supporters and help keep journalists on the ground, asking hard questions that matter to our region.

Stand with public media and make your gift today—not just for yourself, but for all who depend on WRVO as a trusted resource and civic cornerstone in central and upstate New York.

Support WRVO now