The vice president is clear she believes there should be another debate, and we do not consider this to be the last word from him,
I have agreed to the previously agreed-upon Sept. 10 debate. He agreed to that previously,
I look forward to the debates because I think we have to set the record straight,
I haven’t agreed to anything. I agreed to a debate with Joe Biden,
I’ll see her September 4th, or I won’t see her at all,
Americans want to hear both candidates present their competing visions to the voters, unburdened by what has been. No notes, no sitting down, no advance copies of the questions. We’ll see you in Philadelphia next Tuesday,
We accepted the full set of rules proposed by ABC, including muted microphones,
It’s interesting how ‘any time, any place’ becomes ‘one specific time, one specific safe space,
While Harris was composed for most of the debate, there were moments where she appeared dismissive or condescending, especially in her responses to Trump's more outlandish claims. Phrases like 'we're going to hear a bunch of lies' or her audibly saying 'don't lie' during Trump's speaking time could come across as unprofessional or overly combative."
Many voters, particularly moderates and independents, are fatigued by Trump's focus on the 2020 election."
Trump's weakest points in the debate revolved around his fixation on past grievances (2020 election), unsubstantiated claims (immigration and crime), and an inconsistent foreign policy narrative. These points likely played into Harris's hands, as she was able to counter them with clear policy stances and fact-based rebuttals, appealing to voters looking for stability and coherent leadership."
Harris was direct in confronting Trump's positions, often labeling his statements as 'lies' and offering clear rebuttals on subjects like abortion and health care."
The negative case against Kamala Harris is there, but has yet to firmly implant itself in the public mind because she hasn’t had to endure a single withering negative news cycle since getting in the race,
One bad campaign is better than 10 good ones."
We just don't think it's necessary...We think we've discussed everything and I don't think they want it either."
He felt that Harris wouldn't have the type of performance she did and now he's running scared,
Vice-President Harris is ready for a second debate. Is Donald Trump?"
Another debate would potentially help Harris, but could also shake up the existing glow that surrounds her,
If [Trump] doesn't feel like he can score some social media soundbites, there's no benefit for him to show up,
Voters will have a lasting impression of Kamala Harris as looking presidential and standing on their side,