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It was the most anticipated debate in 30 years. It can turn into the worst of all: a train accident or, as they say in America, a disaster.
It was chaotic, spiteful, and very, very short on substance. President Trump defied the rules and the moderator, manifesting himself as a street fighter from the start.
During the first half, Biden struggled to gain airtime, dominated by his noisy opponent. The biggest loser was the American public, deprived of a debate at a crucial time for the country’s health, economy and stability.
The goal of the debate is to get people to vote. I’m not sure that this circus act of quackery and cross talk like panto has inspired many.
Decency was put aside. As Biden talked about his dead son Beau, Trump interrupted to attack his living son, Hunter.
But it was their failure to condemn white supremacy that Democrats will repeat in the days ahead. It did not turn. This was a classic Trumpian base play.
Biden had a moderate performance. But it may be enough to be considered the winner. The president wanted to irritate Biden, but he didn’t do enough.
He had the opportunity to play moderate and undecided, he did not take advantage of it. He didn’t look or sound like a man trying to gain ground in the six battlefield states where he follows.
It was like Trump at a rally, as if everyone watching was believers. It was a huge risk.
