Staff Reports
Former President Donald Trump just scored a massive victory over Vice President Kamala Harris during what many believe to be their first and only presidential debate. In a passionate rally in Arizona, Trump declared it a “monumental victory” as he took digs at Harris, referring to her as a “comrade.” Meanwhile, Harris, fresh from a campaign swing in North Carolina, was busy calling for a rematch. Talk about playing hard to get—if only she’d put as much effort into crafting a coherent policy as she does into seeking more stage time.
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— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) September 13, 2024
Harris has her own take, believing that the voters deserve another debate, especially since the stakes of this election are supposedly sky-high. But when one looks at the content of her claims, one has to question whether she’s actually serving the voters or just looking to salvage a debate performance that many perceive as lackluster. Trump, in his Arizona address, didn’t hold back, blaming the debate moderators for failing to challenge Harris on her spurious claims while having the audacity to correct him on points where he was, in fact, correct.
He accused Harris of showing up with nothing but “empty rhetoric” and the same old lines that have been repeated more times than a broken record. According to Trump, his campaign is all about a clear and simple vision: Making America Great Again. In stark contrast, he painted Harris as a purveyor of meaningless platitudes, offering not a single solid plan or policy. It’s a classic case of “show up, spout nonsense, and leave.”
As the campaign heats up, the two candidates seem to have divided strategies—Harris hustling in key states while Trump fortifies his base. Polls show Harris slightly ahead nationally, but they’re neck-and-neck in battleground states such as Arizona and Georgia. The ironic twist? Just hours after Harris called for another debate, Trump made it clear he’s not interested in a rematch, claiming he already wiped the floor with both Biden and Harris. So much for a spirited political exchange—looks like he’s more into striking while the iron’s hot than engaging in verbal fencing with his opponent.
While political analysts are busy tossing around opinions about who truly “won” the debate, some argue that it doesn’t matter much at this point. Many voters are likely entrenched in their views, and undecided ones may not even be paying attention. What remains crystal clear, though, is that Trump is focused on crucial issues like inflation and immigration while Harris steers into health care territory. He quickly jabbed back at her attempts to tag him on the Affordable Care Act, reminding supporters that she’s been sitting in the passenger seat next to Biden since 2021. It seems Trump is gearing up for a race not just against Harris but against the well-worn tactics of a candidate who’s busy riding the coattails of the past, hoping to find a path forward that avoids the spotlight.
