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Harris "Wins" Debate, but Trump Still Dominates on Economy

CNN claims Harris charmed voters, but can she really fix the economy?

Sep 23, 2024
Political

Sane Perspective

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Debate ‘win’ won’t help Harris fix inflation or voter apathy

So, CNN’s snap poll gives Harris a shiny "win" in the debate against Trump, but let’s not pretend this changes much. Sure, 63% of voters thought she "won" the night, but those are probably the same folks who’ve been buying her speeches about compassion and empathy. Meanwhile, Trump still dominates on the economy—a 20-point margin. That’s the actual issue Americans care about when inflation’s making their groceries cost the same as a small vacation. And while Harris’s favorability bumped up slightly, 44% still see her unfavorably, so it’s not all sunshine for her campaign. Fun fact: Taylor Swift endorsed Harris right after the debate, which means that while Harris may have won the Hollywood crowd, regular folks are still thinking, “But what about my wallet?” Trump’s unfazed and frankly, so are most voters.

Woke Perspective

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Harris gains ground with empathy as economy remains a hurdle.

Kamala Harris delivered a debate performance that left Trump floundering, with a strong majority of voters believing she better understands the struggles of regular Americans. While Trump's economic talking points resonated with a narrow margin, Harris's favorability saw a solid boost, despite resistance from voters stuck in outdated conservative thinking. As usual, Trump's denial of reality on everything except his faux economy shows his inability to relate to actual problems. Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Harris? Chef’s kiss!

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