It was a study in contrasts: Harris and Trump. The candidates aspiring to the US presidency displayed fiercely divergent visions and values. once again in their televised debate.
In one corner Kamala Harris for the Democrats. The former prosecutor pledges generational change and an „opportunity economy”, strong alliances and support for America’s friends abroad.
In the other corner former President Donald Trump for the Republicans, promising to hike tariffs, cut taxes and shut down immigration. One thing is certain, the 2024 vote will deeply impact US relations with Europe and China, US support for allies in Ukraine and the Middle East.
So we’re asking "Which World View will the US choose?"
Our guests:
Daniel Benjamin is president of the American Academy, a transatlantic institution here in Berlin
Erik Kirschbaum, is an author and free-lance journalist who has written for media including Reuters and the Los Angeles Times
Stormy-Annika Mildner is Director of the Aspen-Institute Germany
00:00 Intro
00:55 Which world view will the US choose?
01:40 Kamala Harris did well in the debate
02:22 Harris emphasized pointed differences between the candidates
03:10 This debate was unusual and could affect the election outcome
04:00 The debate showed Donald Trump in his weakest
04:40 Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Harris could make a difference
06:10 Kamala Harris showed she is presidential
06:50 The economy is top of mind for voters
07:90 Does race matter in this election?
09.00 Swing state voters are crucial
10:00 Generational change could mobilize young voters
10: 40: Interlude: Harris/Trump duel
12:09 Should Harris do more to distance herself from Biden?
12:50 Economy and inflation are a big issues
14:10 Harris has to address both progressives and more conservative undecided voters
16:50 Do people put on their thinking caps before they vote?
17:30 Migration is a great concern for many
18:50 Is there a crisis at the southern border?
19:10 Will the abortion issue drive women voters to Harris?
20:30 Interlude: Foreign policy profile of the candidates
22:10 The Democrats are the party of alliances
23:00 Foreign policy is not the ticket to win elections
23:30 Trump avoided answering whether he wants Ukraine to win
24:00 Regardless who wins, Europe must take responsibility and boost military spending
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