In the last TV duel before the US election, the candidates surprise with unexpected unity. But who was able to prevail? The analysis.
New York – The TV debate in New York City traditionally began with a handshake. In contrast to the last television duel before the US elections, the friendly gestures did not end there this time. In fact, JD Vance, the vice presidential candidate, and his opponent found Tim Waltz often similarities. “We’re not that far apart on this point,” Tim Walz remarked several times, to which JD Vance responded in agreement.
During the TV duel, both candidates tried to connect their opponent with the main players in the upcoming US elections. JD Vance agreed with Tim Walz, but added: “The problem is, Kamala Harris sees it completely differently.” The Democratic candidate made similar comments, repeatedly trying to separate the Republican’s factual presentation from Donald Trump’s behavior.
US election: TV duel and the wide range of topics challenge Vance and Walz
The last TV duel offered a wide range of topics that have been discussed in the USA over the last four years: migration, Corona, the war in Israel, gun violence and health care. This variety of topics challenged both JD Vance and Tim Walz.
However, the Republican seemed more comfortable with the quick change of subject on stage in New York. JD Vance presented himself as a sensitive and thoughtful politician. In contrast, Tim Walz seemed nervous and sometimes overwhelmed by the large stage. Kamala Harris’ vice presidential candidate was unable to corner Vance on issues important to Democrats, such as gun violence and the abortion debate.
Vance, Donald Trump’s representative, portrayed himself as an understanding Republican who would respect women’s right to self-determination, especially when it came to birth control. This may seem at odds with his party’s policies and the Ohio senator’s previous comments. However, Vance appeared convincing in the TV duel. He also managed to cleverly steer the debate again and again to the issue of migration, a weak point in the administration of US President Joe Biden, to which Harris also belongs.
Tim Walz in the TV duel: Governor accuses Trump of endangering democracy
Tim Walz was only able to score points in the TV duel on one topic: the events surrounding the storming of the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The governor from Minnesota accused Donald Trump of endangering democracy by refusing to accept his defeat in the Accept US election 2020. “This has to stop,” demanded Walz. He asked JD Vance: “Did he lose the election or not?” Vance evaded the question and explained that he would “rather talk about the future of America.”
The last TV duel before the US election offered a refreshing change from the previous election campaign. Both opponents refrained from making personal attacks, did not interrupt each other and even had a discussion about political content. The irony of history is that an ally of Donald Trump can win such a debate. (Daniel Dillman)
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