The decisive live debate between the two US presidential candidates

The debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is becoming a highly anticipated event. This confrontation is not only an opportunity for candidates to demonstrate their leadership ability but also a major challenge in asserting themselves before voters.

Ms. Harris (left) and Mr. Trump. Photo: AFP/TTXVN

According to CNN, on September 10 (local time, September 11 Vietnam time), an important event in the US political race will take place. It is the first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, a confrontation that is not only an opportunity for candidates to demonstrate their leadership abilities but also a major challenge in asserting themselves before voters. This debate is attracting high attention from public opinion, especially when Mr. Trump kicked off his debate campaign with shocking statements. For example, on September 9, former President Trump issued serious warnings, including declaring that he would imprison election officials he believed to be fraudulent and pardon protesters on January 6, 2021. These statements not only show Mr. Trump's tactical style but also raise concerns about his mental stability and leadership ability. Meanwhile, Ms. Harris, who recently won the Democratic presidential nomination, has chosen Pittsburgh as her debate practice location. She is working hard to prepare for the confrontation with a clear strategy and focuses on communicating her policies. However, Vice President Harris faces a big challenge: according to a recent poll, 28% of potential voters said they need more information about her. This suggests that Ms. Harris will need to work hard to improve her image and explain her policies more clearly. As such, the debate between Ms. Harris and Mr. Trump is not just a direct confrontation, but also an opportunity for the candidates to shape voters' perceptions. Ms. Harris has worked to build her image as a candidate representing change, completely different from the political era dominated by Mr. Trump. She has called for national unity and proposed a new way forward. In contrast to Ms. Harris, Mr. Trump is looking to use the debate to defend his position and highlight his opponent's weaknesses. Former President Trump has criticized Ms. Harris on issues such as inflation and high mortgage rates, accusing her of avoiding policy details. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has pointed out that dealing with Mr. Trump in the debate will require an "almost superhuman" level of focus and discipline. Former President Trump is not only a political opponent, but also a "master" at shaping the debate to his advantage. Mr. Trump's debate style has been evident in many previous debates, where he often turns every situation into a stage to express himself.

Harris, on the other hand, is working to avoid high-pressure situations in which she has little recent experience. She has participated in mock practice sessions and studied Trump’s debate tactics closely. She hopes to use her skills as a former prosecutor to attack and clarify Trump’s policies. Financially, Harris’s campaign has outraised Trump, giving her the resources to ramp up her campaign in the final months before the election. However, polls show the race is very tight, with Harris averaging 49% support and Trump at 47%. This suggests that this live debate will be an important event not only for the candidates but also for American voters. In short, the debate on September 10 (US time) is not only an important opportunity for Ms. Harris and Mr. Trump to express their positions, but also could shape the future of the presidential election. Vice President Harris will have to prove that she can be an effective leader and a necessary change, while former President Trump will seek to defend his achievements and clarify the policies that he considers superior.

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