Kamala Harris Proves to be a Better Boxer in the Ring

The Presidential debate on Tuesday, September 10, between Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris garnered immense interest, with a staggering  number of 67.1 million tuning in, far surpassing the viewership of previous debate between Biden and Trump. This surge in audience numbers highlighted the high level of excitement and expectations among American viewers.

Just as Biden stumbled in his debates with Trump, this time, Trump struggled when facing Kamala Harris. Throughout the debate, Trump obsessively focused on two issues: immigration and the economy, regardless of the questions raised by the hosts. His primary attack on Harris revolved around allegations of a supposed influx of criminals entering the U.S. through the southern border. He specifically singled out Venezuela, claiming that large numbers of criminals from there had crossed the border, going so far as to say they resorted to eating pets. He further alleged that these criminals brought waves of crime, holding Kamala Harris directly responsible.

On the economy, Trump boasted about having led the “best economy” during his presidency, contrasting it with what he termed the “killing inflation” under the Biden-Harris administration. Another significant point of attack was foreign policy. Trump blamed Harris for the deaths of American soldiers during the withdrawal from Afghanistan, accusing her of failing to lead on global conflicts, particularly between  Ukraine and  Russia, and  between Israel and Palestinians. He even claimed that if elected, he would resolve these conflicts within 24 hours of being inaugurated. Yet, he often evaded direct responses to key questions posed by the hosts and Harris, many of which touched on issues affecting everyday life of Americans.

Kamala Harris, on the other hand, made it clear that the most pressing issue was the freedom of the American people. She was emphatic about women’s rights, especially the right to choose what they wanted to do with  their bodies. She spoke passionately in favor the right of the women to have an abortion.  Harris strongly condemned Trump for undermining these rights through the Supreme Court appointments that led to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. She vowed to work to restore Roe v. Wade if elected President.

Harris also promised to prioritize the strength of the country, ensuring a robust military and securing America’s global leadership. She addressed the needs of common people, including respectable wages, healthcare, and housing. Unlike Trump, who sidestepped a question on his role in the January 6 insurrection, Harris answered questions directly. She even delivered a sharp rebuke when Trump accused her of allowing criminals into the country, reminding the audience of Trump’s own criminal record. While Harris maintained her composure throughout, Trump appeared visibly unsettled at several points during the debate.

In the aftermath of the debate, Kamala Harris emerged as the clear winner of this round, evidenced by her success in fundraising, raising $47 million within 24 hours of the debate. She also received endorsements from several influential figures, including from the legendary singer Taylor Swift.

Though Trump claimed he had done well in the debate, his aides seemed to have a different view. Now the reports have come in that Trump has decided not to engage in a second debate with Harris, while the latter has expressed  enthusiasm for another round of debate with Trump. Surely, Kamala proved to be a better boxer in the ring.

Kamala Harris’s popularity has surged following the debate, and her path to victory will largely depend on a few key factors:

• Inflation must remain in check during the run-up to the election.
• A significant breakthrough in the Israel-Palestine conflict by the Biden administration would boost her standing.
• Avoidance of mass shootings or domestic terror attacks.
• Prevention of any major influx of illegal immigrants.

Kamala Harris seems well-positioned to continue her momentum, provided these challenges are successfully managed.