Here’s a sneak preview of next week’s cover, “One on One,” by Barry Blitt. “This image seemed like a proper response to the first Presidential debate,” says Blitt, “but I’m not sure I realized how hard it is to caricature furniture.”

• David Remnick on how Obama’s friends reacted to the debate and on how Obama performed.

• John Cassidy on why Romney won and how Obama can bounce back.

• Amy Davidson on the seven chances Obama missed.

• Steve Coll on the policy differences behind the debate.

Read more coverage of the Presidential debate.