Question 1: How did Kamala Harris and Donald Trump frame their visions for the future of America during the debate? Whose vision seemed more compelling, and why?
Question 2: Harris did dodge a few questions that she might not have been comfortable answering but she did set some rhetorical traps to send Trump on tangents. In what ways did Harris manage to steer the debate toward key Democratic issues like abortion? How effective was her approach and was she effective at getting Trump off track?
Question 3: How did Trump's focus on past election grievances impact his debate performance? Did it help or hurt his case for re-election?
Question 4: So anyone that knows me knows that I don't take "body language experts" seriously. Some serve a purpose but that stuff is not science. With that said however, I do think the body language in this debate is important. Discuss the role of body language and tone in shaping the audience's perception's of both candidates during the debate.
Question 5: What rhetorical strategies did Harris use to disrupt Trump's arguments, and how did Trump respond? Who appeared more successful in their exchanges?
Question 6: How might this debate influence undecided voters, particularly suburban voters? Can one debate significantly sway voter preferences in a close election?