Staff Reports
For the second time in a row, Donald Trump opted not to participate in a Republican primary debate. Instead, he delivered a speech to a group of workers at an auto plant in Detroit. This strategy is no surprise, as Trump has repeatedly stated that he prefers to hold events and speeches instead of debates with his opponents.
This strategy shows Trump's confidence in his abilities to win over the support of his base without facing tough questions from his opponents.
Trump has also opted not to participate in debates in the past. Notably, he skipped a debate organized by Fox News and instead sat down for an interview with Tucker Carlson, a former host of the network. His unorthodox campaigning has raised questions about his strategic planning.
It's also clear that Trump doesn't feel the need to participate in a formal debate. He believes he can easily connect with his supporters and doesn't need to face tough questions from his rivals.
Apart from his speech to the workers, Trump also supported the UAW's call for a strike against the major carmakers, including General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis. The union demanded better wages and what it referred to as "social and economic justice." During an interview on NBC's "Meet The Press," Trump criticized the leadership of the union for not endorsing him.
It shows Trump's commitment to the working class. He also believes that his policies are good for the workers.
In general, Trump's decision not to participate in the primary debate and deliver a speech to the autoworkers in Detroit demonstrated his confidence in how he can connect with his base, as well as his belief that his proposals are good for the working class. Although some people may criticize him for not participating in debates, Trump's unorthodox campaigning has been successful in the past. He is most likely banking on this strategy being successful once again.
