I’ve got to run to a pal’s house to actually watch it - but yes folks - John McCain will be debating Barack Obama tonight.

Feel free to drop your opinions on the first Presidential debate here and stay tuned for a TakePart take on the event!

And be sure to takepart to register to vote with Declare Yourself. Also, visit the New York Times to see where the candidates stand on the important issues of this election.

And for some great video clips of debates from prior elections (along with historical context) go after the jump