In this episode of Campaign Games, hosts Meseidy and Rachel break down the first presidential debate of the 2024 election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. From the moderators' blatant bias to the candidates' performances, we provide honest reactions and critical insights. We discuss key moments, fact-check various claims, and analyze how media framing impacts public perception. Please tune in to hear about what happened on the debate stage and whether we believe it will have an effect on the election.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup
02:08 Media Bias and Debate Moderation
04:51 Kamala Harris's Debate Performance
09:50 Trump's Debate Reactions and Media Tactics
11:43 Fact-Checking and Narrative Crafting
17:56 Debate Highlights and Key Moments
32:51 Missed Opportunities in the Debate
33:45 Fact-Checking and Media Bias
34:00 Kamala Harris's Stance on Firearms
35:09 Body Language and Debate Tactics
35:50 Trump's Missed Cues and Debate Strategy
36:51 Harris's Debate Performance and Media Handling
45:42 Debate Substance and Policy Discussions
48:39 Impact of the Debate on the Election
53:47 Fracking and Other Key Issues
58:57 Concluding Thoughts and Media Critique
59:38 Wrap-Up and Call to Action
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