With both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump getting ready for the Democratic Convention, they are also sharpening their debate skills for the big event on September 10th. ABC news is hosting this highly anticipated event in Philadelphia which will be a defining moment in the 2024 campaign.
Donald Trump is known for unconventional ways of preparing for debates by consulting advisors or friends. For instance he had an ex-US representative tulsi Gabbard who famously battled Harris during a 2019 debate help him out. According to his team, Trump's unconventional approach has never failed to deliver great performances.
On the other hand Harris follows a more traditional approach. At Howard University her Alma Mater she engages in mock debates where seasoned Democratic operative Philippe Reines plays the role of trump. She’s got a close group of advisors who help her prepare carefully.
Trump’s debate preparation has been significantly influenced by Tulsi Gabbard, who was a presidential candidate from the Democratic Party back in 2020. Her hard-hitting debate which she had against Harris in 2019 has been viewed by Trump as something that can be of help to him during the debates.
Some advisors that were there for Harris long before she became Vice President form part of her debate preparation team. This tight circle aims at making sure that Harris is well equipped with sharp and reasonable counter-arguments ready to counter his unconventional style.
With only one day remaining until September 10, the distinct contrasting styles of preparation between Trump and Harris give a clear contrast between their political strategies. The improvised nature and previous victories related to it on the side of Trump run against the organised nature on the part of Harris thereby making it an interesting debate.
Voters' excitement is growing as the debate date approaches. In addition to being a test of their debating prowess, Trump and Harris' debate on September 10 is a pivotal point in the campaign that could influence undecided voters and change the course of events.