Special Poll
Harris Prepares for a Tough Debate: In a recent interview, Vice President Kamala Harris said she expects former President Donald Trump to lie and make personal attacks during their upcoming debate on Tuesday.
Harris’s Prediction: Speaking on the “Rickey Smiley Morning Show”, Harris commented, “There’s no floor for him in terms of how low he will go.” She believes Trump won’t hesitate to distort the truth during the debate and warned people to be prepared for his usual tactics.
Harris’s Focus: Harris plans to emphasize that Trump “fights for himself, not for the American people” and expects that this contrast will become clear during the debate. She also noted that Trump has a “playbook” he tends to follow, which often involves bending the truth.
Debate Format: The debate, hosted by ABC News, will have microphones muted when it’s not a candidate’s turn to speak, a rule that was also applied during the previous June debate between Trump and President Biden.
Trump’s Past Debate Tactics: During past debates, Trump has been known for making false or misleading statements. However, attention after the June debate focused more on Biden’s performance, where he struggled to deliver his points effectively, dominating the media coverage.
Harris’s Debate Strategy: Harris’s team initially pushed for microphones to be left unmuted throughout the debate, believing it would allow for more direct exchanges and prompt Trump into repeatedly interrupting. However, the agreed-upon format will still include the muted microphones.
Critical Timing: This debate comes at a key point in the presidential race, as early voting has already started in several states. A recent New York Times/Siena College poll shows Trump leading by 1 percentage point, adding even more weight to Tuesday’s debate.