Tuesday night’s debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is set to be a pivotal moment in this year’s election cycle.
With Election Day just two months away and the race extremely tight, the debate in Philadelphia will offer both candidates a crucial platform to make their cases to voters.
According to longtime Republican strategist Karl Rove, Trump faces a particularly challenging task. Rove suggests that Trump, who is focusing on substantive issues, must effectively communicate his vision for the country, especially in his closing statement, which will follow Harris’.
Trump’s strategy will need to avoid personal attacks and stick to a clear message. His closing argument will be his best chance to contrast his vision with Harris’ and address the nation’s concerns. Here’s a potential outline of what Trump might say:
“Do you remember when grocery store trips and gas station stops were not sources of anxiety? When news from the Middle East was about progress and peace deals, and our southern border was secure?
It’s no coincidence that these were the realities under my presidency.
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have squandered taxpayer money, driving up the cost of essential goods while misleadingly calling their costly Green New Deal the Inflation Reduction Act. Their administration’s incompetence has emboldened our enemies and weakened our nation.
Their missteps include a disastrous retreat from Afghanistan, enabling Russia’s aggression in Ukraine, and failing to control the southern border, putting American lives at risk.
Kamala Harris prioritizes the opinions of her San Francisco allies over the needs of Americans. Her policies are driving up energy costs and threatening jobs, particularly in Pennsylvania’s fracking industry.
Harris once championed radical policies—such as the Green New Deal and higher taxes—that she now distances herself from. Her credibility is questionable, as she continues to insist President Biden is fit for office despite clear evidence to the contrary.
Despite my flaws, I have delivered results. Under my administration, Americans saw increased wealth, safety, and national pride. In contrast, Biden and Harris have left the nation poorer, less safe, and more divided.
They have failed on immigration, embraced policies that harmed our energy sector, and distorted truths about their record and my administration’s achievements.
This November, judge us by our actions. I’m asking for your vote because together, we can restore the success and stability we once enjoyed. Thank you, and God bless America.”
