The debate held on September 10 was Vice President Kamala Harris's first since 2020, and former President Donald Trump's first since the June event that led to President Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race.
During the live debate in Philadelphia, the candidates vying for the presidency did not provide much clarity regarding their policy platforms. Harris and Trump engaged in discussions that lacked substance, often attacking each other's positions on issues like the January 6th events, the pandemic, and the southern U.S. border crisis.
While Harris revisited some of her recent policy ideas and promoted her concept of an “opportunity economy,” she spent most of her time presenting herself to the public, recounting her background as a prosecutor, lawmaker, and vice president. Trump, on the other hand, focused less on his own policy initiatives, using his time to paint Harris as a far-left liberal and link her to the problems faced by the Biden administration.
A key point of the debate was their contrasting responses to the issue of abortion, with Trump sidestepping questions about whether he would veto a national abortion ban and Harris not answering whether she would allow late-term abortions.
Throughout the debate, there were memorable exchanges. At one point, Trump turned a debate moment into a rally-style speech when Harris commented on his past rally crowds. Harris distanced herself from Biden in her responses, emphasizing that she was offering new leadership, while Trump continuously held her accountable for the policies and results of the Biden administration.
While the debate did not provide much
policy detail, it showcased personal dynamics between the two candidates. Both
camps hinted at the possibility of a second debate in October.
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