In the wake of the presidential debate featuring Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, the concluding remarks made by the former president on ABC News’ TikTok page have gathered significant attention. The showdown, held in the city of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, was charged with disputes over contentious issues such as abortion rights, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, and immigration.
Trump, the Republican candidate, locked horns with Harris, the Democratic nominee. Although mainstream media like CNN and Fox News tried to tilt the scales in Harris’ favor, claiming she emerged victorious over Trump, a poll by YouGov revealed a diverging sentiment. The poll depicted 54 percent favoring Harris and 31 percent showing support for Trump, demonstrating the media’s apparent disconnect from the public sentiment.
Contrary to media narratives, Trump has staunchly asserted his superior performance in the debate. On his Truth Social platform, he posted, ‘Polls clearly show that I won the Debate against Comrade Kamala Harris, the Democrats’ Radical Left Candidate, on Tuesday night, and she immediately called for a Second Debate’. The identity of the referred polls, however, remains unclear.
Lauren Boebert, a Colorado Republican and Trump supporter, added her voice to the debate, arguing against the media’s attempt to fabricate a false image of popularity around Kamala Harris. She expressed her skepticism about Harris’s fame, stating it was grounded more in DC newsrooms than in the hearts of the American people.
ABC News’ TikTok page featured videos of both Trump’s and Harris’ concluding remarks from the debate, posted three days ago. Overwhelmingly, Trump’s video amassed a staggering 24.7 million views with 1.7 million likes by Saturday afternoon. On the other hand, the Vice president’s video had a mere 4.7 million views with a little over 220,000 likes.
Trump’s communications director, Steven Cheung, reacted to the disproportionate TikTok views by unfavorably critiquing Kamala Harris. He took a jab at Harris, noting that her lack of offer for America is the reason why Trump overwhelmingly outshines her in popularity and has the unwavering support of the American People.
In his concluding remarks, Trump bashed Harris for an unproductive tenure in the White House. He pointed out the administration’s failure to secure the border and boost job creation, raising concerns about Harris’ ability to implement practical solutions rather than theoretical constructs debated during the event.
Trump further highlighted ideological differences between Harris’s beliefs and the convictions held by the average American. His critique focused on Harris’s stance on fracking and utilizing fossil fuels, asserting the Vice President upholds minority beliefs.
In Trump’s narrative, the United States’ international reputation is sullied. He recounted how global leaders have communicated a lack of understanding of the unfolding situation in the country. He expressed concern about the potential for initiating a third world war amid the prevailing conflicts in Russia-Ukraine and the Middle East. Trump’s commentary depicts a nation in need of firm, decisive leadership like his own.
Harris, in her closing statement, tried to paint a picture of opposing visions for the future and the past, implying an unconcealed dig at Trump. She asserted her belief in the shared values among Americans and the potential to chart a new path. However, it’s quite clear that Harris’ beliefs do not necessarily echo the feelings of the majority of Americans.
She reasserted her commitment to preserve ‘fundamental rights and freedoms,’ nonetheless, her tenure in the various roles stated raised questions on her actual performance and effectiveness. In essence, Harris’s appeals fall flat against the real-life experiences of American citizens under the existing administration.
With the debate concluding, the Harris campaign quickly challenged Trump for a rematch presumably to salvage reputation following the online viewership backlash. Fox News has extended an invitation for another face-off between the two contenders.
However, Trump decisively declined the proposal. When queried about the refusal by Newsweek, Steven Cheung clarified that Trump saw no need to partake in another debate with Harris, following her clear defeat in the first encounter. Essentially, Harris’s call for a second showdown is a desperate scream for a do-over after her grave loss.
Given this scenario, it becomes apparent that the narratives spun by mainstream media outlets lack alignment with the sentiments of average Americans. The Harris administration’s policies and performance have faced significant scrutiny, leading to more support for Trump.
Ultimately, Harris’s string of idealistic promises and theoretical commitments is dramatically contrasted by Trump’s pragmatic stance and focus on real-life issues that resonate with common people. The stark difference in the scale of charisma and attraction is evident in the viewership figures, leaving no doubt who the real winner of the debate was – Donald Trump.