U.S Presidential debate: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' best and worst moments
presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump in Philadelphia showcased both their strengths and weaknesses. While Harris appeared composed and on point during most exchanges, Trump had a rougher night with some statements that drew skepticism. Hosted by ABC News, the debate was fact-checked more rigorously than previous ones, adding to Trump’s challenge. Even though Harris seemed to dominate, each candidate had their standout moments—both good and bad, as per the reports of MSN.
Kamala Harris’ strengths
Harris shined when discussing reproductive rights, using the topic of abortion to corner Trump. She emphasized the existence of restrictive abortion laws in several states, calling them “Trump abortion bans.” Another highlight for Harris was when she addressed the Capitol riot, subtly framing Trump as insecure about losing the 2020 election. Harris also played into the narrative that Trump acted out of self-interest, criticizing his economic and foreign policies as being more about personal gain than the country’s well-being.
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Kamala Harris’ weaknesses
Despite her strong showing, Harris faced difficult moments when pressed on her policy changes, particularly regarding fracking. She struggled to justify the shifts in her positions, which included abandoning her earlier stance on banning fracking. Harris also struggled with the topic of Gaza, taking a
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