Trump and Harris trade insults and competing visions: 3 experts give their verdicts on the US presidential debate
The Conversation’s expert panel believed Kamala Harris had more to prove – and Donald Trump more to lose – in the debate. Here were the moments that mattered.
Emma Shortis, Adjunct Senior Fellow, School of Global, Urban and Social Studies, RMIT University, Jared Mondschein, Director of Research, US Studies Centre, University of Sydney, Matthew Ricketson, Professor of Communication, Deakin University
11 September 2024
Judging debates usually comes down to picking a winner or loser.
Seeking a more nuanced approach to the first presidential debate between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris, we asked our experts in US politics, history and the media to weigh in on four points: overall performance, policy strength, truthfulness and omissions, and the most memorable moments. Here’s how they saw Tuesday’s performances.
You can also watch the whole debate below.
Watch as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris faced off for the first time.
Emma Shortis is senior researcher in international and security affairs at The Australia Institute, an independent think tank.
Jared Mondschein and Matthew Ricketson do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license.
