Published on September 11, 2024, 12:29 am

The countdown has begun to the imminent and potentially sole presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. With the election unpredictably hanging in the balance due to the surprising departure of Joe Biden from his last debate, the intensity of this political showdown is palpable. This significantly deviates from the normative perception that debates carry trivial weight – tonight, stakes are unprecedentedly high. Each candidate will step onto their platforms aware that their performance could have serious implications.

As it stands, Harris certainly has more to validate considering her reluctance in holding press conferences or individual interviews. A looming question remains: will she return to her infamous circuitous rhetoric or succeed in articulating her approach concisely? The answer is awaited eagerly as we approach the commencement of this critical event.

What can be asserted with confidence is that an intricate snare awaits Trump on stage, one that he must steer clear from – the discussion surrounding the 2020 election controversy. No topic agitates Trump more than any suggestion hinting at an unjust result in his disfavor during these elections. While arguments have been plentiful regarding these allegations, delving into past disputes is irrelevant at this juncture – What matters is focusing on winning 2024 elections.

Reacting defensively towards a wry comment from Harris about 2020’s disputed results can trigger detrimental consequences for Trump. His carefully crafted arguments may get overshadowed by headlines centered around angered reactions about an outmoded issue. Despite landing impacting points, a single slipup can render them all futile amongst discussions of his past grievances rather than future policies.

Although facts cannot refute biased viewpoints, Trump’s primary supporters ardently advocate for clarity surrounding what transpired during 2020’s electoral process; however, with their steadfast loyalty ensuring votes, they need not be pacified unnecessarily. Nevertheless, Harris yearns for a defining moment which allows her distinction between her forward-thinking strategy versus Trump’s seemingly retrospective approach.

Moreover, if Trump gets drawn into a tit-for-tat exchange, it’s bound to work in Harris’ favor. A composed demeanor and substance-filled rebuttals serve him better rather than a reactionary front. Although refraining from counterattacks seems contrary to his nature, proving restraint won him his first debate – demonstrating the same tactic is his best bet.

Finally, irrespective of how tonight unfolds, mainstream news outlets such as CNN, the Times, MSNBC among others will predictably laud Harris for her brilliance as expected. What truly matters is ensuring she lays bare her radical perspectives for public scrutiny. Should this be achieved, a victory banner may well ascend for Trump– capturing real news from trusted sources filtered through a Christian worldview.

Undeniably bringing the attention back to present issues from past controversies will likely determine who emerges victorious in these tumultuous times.