Staff Reports
Kamala Harris has found a unique way to challenge former President Donald Trump to a second debate: harnessing the fervor of college football. In an audacious move, her campaign will be flying a banner over the highly-anticipated Georgia-Alabama game, boldly declaring that Trump is “Punting on 2nd Debate.” The irony drips heavier than honey, considering that Harris herself has been known to dodge tough discussions.
Last week, Harris publicly agreed to a second debate scheduled for October 23 on CNN, though Trump has declined, apparently understanding that time is of the essence with ballots already hitting the mailboxes in some states. The vice president seems intent on keeping the spotlight on her challenge, believing that shouting over a college game will somehow compel Trump into the ring. Given the loyal football fanbase, her timing seems aimed at rallying support, but it also comes off as a desperate ploy to divert attention from her questionable record.
During the ABC coverage of the game, Harris’s team plans to push an ad that emphasizes her call for the debate, portraying her as the unwavering competitor while painting Trump as a coward who takes his ball and goes home. The ad claims that “Winners never back down from a challenge,” which raises the question of what Harris, a champion of shifting rhetoric, knows about winning. After all, if she were truly confident in her stance, would she need to rely on these stunts to get her message across?
Last week, Ms. Harris agreed to a second debate, this time Oct. 23 on CNN. Mr. Trump has said no, arguing it's too late because voting has already started in some states. https://t.co/Q7In9F1Wtq
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) September 28, 2024
The Georgia-Alabama matchup is sure to capture millions of viewers, especially in a state where recent polls indicate Trump is slightly ahead of Harris. One can only wonder whether sports fans really want to mix politics with their passion for football. Harris has already shown a penchant for injecting her campaign into popular sporting events, previously flying anti-Trump banners over college football games in various states, suggesting she’s more interested in raising her profile than engaging in meaningful discourse.
In the grand scheme, the constant reminders of Harris’ failure to engage in fair negotiations come to light. While her campaign claims she wants to debate, she declined a chance to face off against Trump on Fox News just a month ago. This evident inconsistency, coupled with her reliance on gimmicks, highlights just how desperate the Democratic camp has become. All of this only solidifies the notion that when it comes to debates and leadership, Trump may be the one calling the shots while Harris tries desperately to claw her way back into relevance.
