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The Debate That Changed the Game for 2024

When the history books are written about the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the first and only debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump will stand out as a pivotal moment. Following Biden’s widely criticized performance, the political landscape shifted dramatically, leading to his decision to step down and allow Vice President Kamala Harris to step in as the Democratic nominee. Now, as Harris prepares to face off against Trump in the second debate of the election season, the stakes could not be higher for either candidate.

Scheduled to take place in Philadelphia, the upcoming debate offers a crucial opportunity for both candidates to sway undecided voters and gain an edge in what is shaping up to be a tight race. For Harris, the debate is a chance to prove herself against Trump, introducing her vision and leadership style to those who may feel they don’t know her well enough. Meanwhile, Trump will be looking to capitalize on the platform to shape Harris’s public image and regain momentum that has been slipping since the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

While this debate is unlikely to have the seismic impact of the Biden-Trump clash earlier in the year, experts say it still holds significant weight. David Greenberg, a history professor and debate expert, explained, “We’re not going to see anything as dramatic as what happened with Biden, but debates always matter.” In this case, it may be a defining moment for Harris, who, despite her years as vice president, remains somewhat unfamiliar to many voters.

For Harris, this is more than a routine debate—it’s an opportunity to demonstrate her leadership on the national stage. Political analyst Alan Schroeder, a scholar on presidential debates, notes that Harris is currently enjoying a positive trajectory but must sustain that momentum. “The question is, can she build on her momentum, or is it fleeting? This debate gives her a critical chance to demonstrate her capabilities in a very public, and often tricky, setting.”

In contrast, Trump is a known entity to most voters, but his debate performance has been inconsistent. While he has often managed to dominate GOP primary debates, his struggles in general election debates are well-documented. His 2016 performances against Hillary Clinton, for instance, were far from stellar, and even his victory over Biden earlier this year was due more to Biden’s weaknesses than his own strengths.

The real challenge for Trump may lie in his handling of the debate with Harris. Given her status as both a woman and a person of color, political commentators suggest Trump will need to navigate the event carefully to avoid being perceived as disrespectful. As Schroeder puts it, “Trump has struggled in the past when dealing with female and nonwhite opponents, and it will be important for him to keep his tone in check.”

While few debates change the trajectory of a campaign, some do become significant turning points. The most famous example remains the 1960 debate between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon, where Kennedy’s youthful, telegenic appearance contrasted sharply with Nixon’s tired and perspiring demeanor under the studio lights. In this case, both Trump and Harris must seize the moment to shape the final stages of their campaigns.

With just two months remaining until Election Day, every opportunity counts. For Harris, the debate offers a path to solidify her place as a capable leader, while for Trump, it’s a moment to regain control and rally his base. What happens in Philadelphia could play a decisive role in determining the next president of the United States.

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Is this thing on? Harris and Trump battle over hot mics at debate.

With just 15 days left until the scheduled Sept. 10 presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, negotiations between their two campaigns have hit an impasse over whether the candidates’ microphones will be muted when it is not their turn to speak, according to four people familiar with the issue. 

In June, President Joe Biden’s campaign came to an agreement with Trump’s: There would be two debates — CNN’s on June 27 and ABC’s on Sept. 10 — conducted by mutually negotiated rules. One of the Biden team’s demands — which the Trump team agreed to — was that microphones “will be muted throughout the debate except for the candidate whose turn it is to speak,” as CNN announced on June 15.

But Biden is no longer running for president. And Harris’ campaign wants the microphones to be hot at all times during the ABC debate — as has historically been the case at presidential debates.

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Kamala's Game Plan: Bold or Bust?

So, Democratic leaders are backing Kamala Harris as she strategically navigates her way toward the upcoming election with a broad yet non-specific policy stance. It seems most are content to wait until after votes are cast before nitpicking the details. The big question here: Is this smart politics or a risky gamble?

On one side, it's bright to keep the tent as big as possible to avoid alienating potential voters with detailed, divisive policies. On the other side, this lack of specificity could give Republicans ample room to paint Harris as out-of-touch and leave progressives hungry for more commitment.

Do you think Kamala's vague approach will continue to garner support, or is there a potential backlash on the horizon? Let's discuss how the lack of a solid, detailed plan might impact her campaign both positively and negatively.

What policies would you like to see more clearly defined by Harris? How might this approach impact voter enthusiasm and drive during the elections? 🌟🗳️

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Biden zieht sich zurück: Kamala Harris als neue Hoffnungsträgerin

Donald Trump, der 45. Präsident der USA, drohte seinem Vizepräsidenten in einem verzweifelten Versuch, an der Macht zu bleiben. Im Gegensatz dazu hat der 46. Präsident, Joe Biden, seine Kampagne beendet und Kamala Harris als Einheitskandidatin nominiert – eine Entscheidung, die als besonders patriotisch gilt. Genauso sehen die Amerikaner etwas Transformierendes: einen Führer, der sein Land über persönliche Interessen oder Ambitionen stellt. Ein seismischer Energieschub, der die Messlatte für uns alle höher legt und uns anspornt, alles zu tun, um diese Wahl zu gewinnen.

Biden trat ursprünglich an, um eine zweite Amtszeit Trumps zu verhindern. Jetzt, aus demselben Grund, zieht er sich zurück und unterstützt Harris. Diese Entscheidung zeigt Bidens Weitsicht und sein Engagement für das Wohl der Nation.

Mit Bidens Rücktritt wird Donald Trump, nun 78 Jahre alt, der älteste Kandidat in der Geschichte der US-Präsidentschaftswahlen. Dies wird seinen Alter und Zustand ins Rampenlicht rücken. Kamala Harris steht vor einer großen Herausforderung, da das MAGA-Team voraussichtlich versuchen wird, sie mit Rassismus und Misogynie zu attackieren. Solche Angriffe könnten jedoch auch gegen Trump arbeiten.

Harris hat bereits erklärt, dass sie die Nominierung „verdienen und gewinnen“ wird. „Ich werde alles tun, um die Demokratische Partei und unser Land zu vereinen und Donald Trump zu besiegen. Wir haben noch 179 Tage bis zur Wahl und werden kämpfen, um zu gewinnen“, sagte sie entschlossen. Die Delegierten, die auf Biden verpflichtet waren, werden nun für Harris stimmen. Und obwohl nur noch 107 Tage bis zur Wahl bleiben, ist es immer noch mehr als doppelt so lange, wie eine Bundestagswahlkampagne in Großbritannien, Kanada oder Deutschland dauert.

Es ist wichtig, sich zu erinnern, dass ein schwarzer Mann zweimal den Popular Vote gewonnen hat und eine Frau einmal, aber aufgrund des Wahlkollegiums und anderer Faktoren verloren hat. Lasst nicht zu, dass gesagt wird, dieses Land würde nicht für eine Frau stimmen. Die Mehrheit der Wähler hat es bereits getan!

Die kommende Wahl wird entscheidend für die USA und Europa sein. Die Demokraten müssen sich vereinen und hinter Kamala Harris stehen, um gegen Trump zu gewinnen und die Herausforderungen der nächsten Monate zu meistern.

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Kamala Harris adelanta a Donald Trump en la última encuesta de Reuters/Ipsos, obteniendo un 44% frente al 42% del republicano tras la retirada de Bide...