Effective Management: Kamala Harris skillfully handled both the high stakes of the debate and the challenge of debating former President Donald Trump. She navigated the weighty opponent and high expectations with notable ease.

Personal as Political: Harris portrayed Trump as struggling with personal acceptance and resilience, emphasizing his difficulties in coping with his loss and his graceless demeanor.

Power of Trump’s Rhetorical Patterns: Listening to Trump was a dive into his familiar rhetoric, featuring doom-laden themes like immigration, crime, and the “radical left.” His speeches remained consistent with his controversial claims and conspiratorial statements.

Impact on Voters: While it’s unclear if Harris won over new voters, her performance indicated that her campaign is improving and becoming increasingly effective. Then Trump is no pushover.