I’m sorry but I couldn’t disagree more. Trump is totally right to demand a debate on Fox, not that it will be totally unbiased, but better than ABC. The only reason that CNN didn’t abuse Trump is it was really a set up to get rid of Biden, so they let it happen. Now they’re stuck with Harris and you know “they’ll” do anything to help her seem more coherent and competent as difficult as they may be.
100% right. Trump should focus solely on the "pressure points" of Kamala as you suggested. Facts and logic have NO EFFECT on the left. The only thing that affects them is perception and emotion. Trump needs to do his best to make her angry, yell, and cry if possible. People need to see through the her facade and the lamestream media's narrative.
Also just thought of this. Wouldn't Harris be the first president with no biological children? Interesting. Wonder if she owns any cats?
I've been watching some of her statements on YouTube, and...oh my. I've never heard so many words used while saying absolutely nothing of substance. Dressed up non-answers, that when transcribed and actually read, make no sense. It's mind-boggling when she's off script.
I believe this election will come down to men versus women. Men don’t like her…at all. “White dudes for Kamala” is a joke that only proves the point. White, brown or black men need to come out in droves to prevent Kamala from winning. They’re much more likely to see through her. Women are another story. They’re much more likely to take the “re-imagine Kamala” sucker bait. The Democrat party is full of toxic female energy dominated by self absorbed scolds who think it’s “time for a woman” to be president. Their ridiculous FB posts started coming thru my feed the moment Kamala became the candidate. This is an election where they can’t be allowed to get their way.
I agree, it will be about ‘a woman President is long over-due’ for too many women, too many of whom vote Democrat anyway….its depressing that there is so much stupidity in the world, so extremely well demonstrated by all the masked morons out and about since 2020.
Trump agrees to a second debate with a taunting Crooked Joe. Crooked Joe drops out. A weak, fake, weirdo steps into his place and DEMANDS Trump debate her, calling him names and taunting him. Trump rebukes her (you weren't invited to that fight, Kamala) and schedules a new debate, saying: "Sure, let's do this!" - and she runs away with her tail between her legs. I've seen this play out before, when I was in grade school. Bullies and fakes who didn't actually want to fight avoid it when it's on the other person's terms. She is weak and everybody knows it.
I'll ignore the Glenn Greenwald suggestion as there are others that make sense, and some that don't. The biggest ommission in Sasha's otherwise very good post is that she hasn't addressed the fact biased moderators will be the ones asking the questions. Trump can direct questions towards Kamala to make a point, but it's the moderators who control much of the debate and ask the questions. We know they will go easy on Kamala and do all they can to make her look good and Trump bad.
Agreeing to debate her on ABC and challenging her on FOX, to which she will refuse, will be a bad look for Kamala. The strongest point Sasha makes is that Kamala called Biden a racist, then said it was just a debate. This points out her glaring insincerity and willingness to lie to get ahead politically. If Biden was a racist, why did she not only associate with but defend him constantly as his VP. If he was not a racist, why make the accusation. Means anything she accuses Trump of is just as valid as her calling Biden a racist, just empty talk. She will say anything and is without substance.
I disagree. Vance came out with a well explained and reasoned statement on his reversal. All Kamala can do is say it is ok to lie in a debate? These are not equivical at all.
Respectfully, I disagree. Any personal attacks on her race, gender, or family issues are irrelevant and would only backfire. The fact that her family owned slaves has nothing to do with her incompetence and policies she supports that are harmful to the country. I believe Trump should stay away from ad hominem attacks. Sasha is right. There are so many issues he could focus on to win without being nasty.
Lyon, for how much we may want to see that take place it would turn women voters off. My wife dislikes Kamala, she is not fond of Trump the person, so it would only take an attack on a woman to flip her and I am sure many others. This race is about issues. Leave identity behind. She will ruin herself with her own word salads.
He can point out there’s a female volleyball player brain-damaged and paralyzed from being made to play against a male. That 26 states are now under this insanity done by fiat. Girls’ dreams of athletic scholarships gone. Women in prisons and shelters being raped by men who can simply say they’re women to gain access. Some of them are convicted rapists! Two-thirds of the public opposes this. She is NOT on the side of women. She’ll throw abortion at him but that can be dealt with state by state. He paved the way but did not personally do it. Taking away women’s sex-based rights on a federal level, erasing women via pseudoscience, it’s medieval and she owns it.
I like the 'no teleprompter' rule. Harris is currently coasting rather like Biden in the basement, it's true, and I'm blue. Sasha is right, no, Sasha is RIGHT, in that Trump should not only offer, he should demand a debate ASAP before she memorizes the best canned lines her handlers tell her. Ask her what she believes and why she wants to be president, other than she was told she might win. Not that I hate her and love Trump, because I don't and I don't.
Same. I’m not a Trump fan at all. I bet Harris and I would be able to have a nice chat if she were in my living room; Trump too for that matter. We don’t vote for people (news flash to the emotional folks out there!) we vote for a way things “kinda go” for a few years. This doomsday “we are finished” statement from both sides is just stupid.
Sasha, when are you going to narrate again? You skipped a couple in a row now. The robot voice does not play the videos and is the same voice for every other author. You have a wonderfully expressive voice.
Press the triangle in the circle play button at the top right of the post. She records most longer posts, and has a beautiful voice and delivery. Plus, she includes the audio from her video clips, which is nice.
Well, be honest, people: Wouldn't we all love to have Kellyann Conway's former job? Speaking of which, does it mean anything that the two of them just had dinner together this week?
If you want a true debate get Rogan or Carlson to have them both on at the same time and just ask them real questions that doesn’t allow them to recite talking points. Put the nail in the MSM coffin once and for all.
THIS. She would absolutely NEVER agree to either one - for exactly the reason that they would let her talk herself into a babbling fool's corner. Rogan would be AMAZING, honestly. (And I quite like Tucker - nothing bad about him at all, but Rogan would destroy her, just by asking real questions.)
Dear Sasha, a wonderful article, as always. This is not the first one where you give Trump’s team meaningful points and ideas. They do not read your substack. Do you really believe that he will reveal a kinder and gentler version of himself? That he can be the sane one and nice instead of mean? It is adorable if you do believe it, but let’s face the reality - he is not going to do any of this.
A few days ago it looked like he had a clear advantage. I remember how hopeful we felt. He seemed a changed man, more thoughtful, softer and subdued and claimed his goal had become to unite his countrymen. Did it happen? Even his speech at the RNC, when everybody seemed to be on fire, was not a winning speech. He is what he is. I agree he should debate her on any terms to show he is not afraid of her, as she claims, and to expose her for what she is. But I am also apprehensive he is not disciplined and not prepared for this fight. I am convinced he is a better president and his policies will put the. country back on the right track. But I don’t believe he is capable of delivering a clear and positive message and measured critique of Biden/Harris failures. I wish he would debate her, but at the same time I am scared of how this may turn out. If he loses, the consequences will be dire.
Sasha, this is a brilliant piece. If Trump would follow half of your suggestions in a debate, there's a good chance he could win the presidency. Can you sense my desperation: Is there any way to get this piece in front of someone who knows Trump or his campaign manager? The Biden-Harris administration has brought unimaginable destruction to our country. Four years of Harris mean one-party rule for generations to come given plans to federalize elections and reform the Supreme Court. Our country's survival as a constitutional republic could hinge on Trump's ability to be focused, disciplined, and substantive for 90 minutes. Who can make him see that?
She went to Nashville to defend and support three expelled lawmakers but didn’t visit the school or the families of adults and children murdered by A. Hale. Shows her messed up priorities.
He needs to debate her on HIS terms.
Conservative hosts
ENOUGH bullshit with Democrats running the show. I've fucking had it.
Agree.
I’m sorry but I couldn’t disagree more. Trump is totally right to demand a debate on Fox, not that it will be totally unbiased, but better than ABC. The only reason that CNN didn’t abuse Trump is it was really a set up to get rid of Biden, so they let it happen. Now they’re stuck with Harris and you know “they’ll” do anything to help her seem more coherent and competent as difficult as they may be.
I think you are correct about the “set up”
100% right. Trump should focus solely on the "pressure points" of Kamala as you suggested. Facts and logic have NO EFFECT on the left. The only thing that affects them is perception and emotion. Trump needs to do his best to make her angry, yell, and cry if possible. People need to see through the her facade and the lamestream media's narrative.
Also just thought of this. Wouldn't Harris be the first president with no biological children? Interesting. Wonder if she owns any cats?
The more she talks (in any venue) the worse are her chances.
I've been watching some of her statements on YouTube, and...oh my. I've never heard so many words used while saying absolutely nothing of substance. Dressed up non-answers, that when transcribed and actually read, make no sense. It's mind-boggling when she's off script.
Great read, thank you!
I believe this election will come down to men versus women. Men don’t like her…at all. “White dudes for Kamala” is a joke that only proves the point. White, brown or black men need to come out in droves to prevent Kamala from winning. They’re much more likely to see through her. Women are another story. They’re much more likely to take the “re-imagine Kamala” sucker bait. The Democrat party is full of toxic female energy dominated by self absorbed scolds who think it’s “time for a woman” to be president. Their ridiculous FB posts started coming thru my feed the moment Kamala became the candidate. This is an election where they can’t be allowed to get their way.
I agree, it will be about ‘a woman President is long over-due’ for too many women, too many of whom vote Democrat anyway….its depressing that there is so much stupidity in the world, so extremely well demonstrated by all the masked morons out and about since 2020.
Trump agrees to a second debate with a taunting Crooked Joe. Crooked Joe drops out. A weak, fake, weirdo steps into his place and DEMANDS Trump debate her, calling him names and taunting him. Trump rebukes her (you weren't invited to that fight, Kamala) and schedules a new debate, saying: "Sure, let's do this!" - and she runs away with her tail between her legs. I've seen this play out before, when I was in grade school. Bullies and fakes who didn't actually want to fight avoid it when it's on the other person's terms. She is weak and everybody knows it.
I'll ignore the Glenn Greenwald suggestion as there are others that make sense, and some that don't. The biggest ommission in Sasha's otherwise very good post is that she hasn't addressed the fact biased moderators will be the ones asking the questions. Trump can direct questions towards Kamala to make a point, but it's the moderators who control much of the debate and ask the questions. We know they will go easy on Kamala and do all they can to make her look good and Trump bad.
Agreeing to debate her on ABC and challenging her on FOX, to which she will refuse, will be a bad look for Kamala. The strongest point Sasha makes is that Kamala called Biden a racist, then said it was just a debate. This points out her glaring insincerity and willingness to lie to get ahead politically. If Biden was a racist, why did she not only associate with but defend him constantly as his VP. If he was not a racist, why make the accusation. Means anything she accuses Trump of is just as valid as her calling Biden a racist, just empty talk. She will say anything and is without substance.
Bingo
I disagree. Vance came out with a well explained and reasoned statement on his reversal. All Kamala can do is say it is ok to lie in a debate? These are not equivical at all.
Trump should ask her when her family finally quit owning and trading slaves in Jamaica.
Respectfully, I disagree. Any personal attacks on her race, gender, or family issues are irrelevant and would only backfire. The fact that her family owned slaves has nothing to do with her incompetence and policies she supports that are harmful to the country. I believe Trump should stay away from ad hominem attacks. Sasha is right. There are so many issues he could focus on to win without being nasty.
Everything is about the person.
Trump crushed Hillary this way.
Kamel-Toe isn't 1% of what Hillary was and it must be pointed out.
Humiliate that POS
I agree, let Black Americans know that her family owned slaves.
Lyon, for how much we may want to see that take place it would turn women voters off. My wife dislikes Kamala, she is not fond of Trump the person, so it would only take an attack on a woman to flip her and I am sure many others. This race is about issues. Leave identity behind. She will ruin herself with her own word salads.
He can point out there’s a female volleyball player brain-damaged and paralyzed from being made to play against a male. That 26 states are now under this insanity done by fiat. Girls’ dreams of athletic scholarships gone. Women in prisons and shelters being raped by men who can simply say they’re women to gain access. Some of them are convicted rapists! Two-thirds of the public opposes this. She is NOT on the side of women. She’ll throw abortion at him but that can be dealt with state by state. He paved the way but did not personally do it. Taking away women’s sex-based rights on a federal level, erasing women via pseudoscience, it’s medieval and she owns it.
I hope he does debate her with her off teleprompter. I hope the Trump team sees this post, Sasha. They need to.
I like the 'no teleprompter' rule. Harris is currently coasting rather like Biden in the basement, it's true, and I'm blue. Sasha is right, no, Sasha is RIGHT, in that Trump should not only offer, he should demand a debate ASAP before she memorizes the best canned lines her handlers tell her. Ask her what she believes and why she wants to be president, other than she was told she might win. Not that I hate her and love Trump, because I don't and I don't.
Same. I’m not a Trump fan at all. I bet Harris and I would be able to have a nice chat if she were in my living room; Trump too for that matter. We don’t vote for people (news flash to the emotional folks out there!) we vote for a way things “kinda go” for a few years. This doomsday “we are finished” statement from both sides is just stupid.
Sasha, when are you going to narrate again? You skipped a couple in a row now. The robot voice does not play the videos and is the same voice for every other author. You have a wonderfully expressive voice.
Hit the like button If you want to hear Sasha.
I am working on one now! It takes longer that's why.
Sasha, you are the best!
I never heard Sasha speak before and I enjoy her posts on her substack.
Press the triangle in the circle play button at the top right of the post. She records most longer posts, and has a beautiful voice and delivery. Plus, she includes the audio from her video clips, which is nice.
Thank you . I will try to listen soon.
Excellent analysis, Sasha. And great suggestions. Trump should put you on his campaign as an advisor ;)
Well, be honest, people: Wouldn't we all love to have Kellyann Conway's former job? Speaking of which, does it mean anything that the two of them just had dinner together this week?
If you want a true debate get Rogan or Carlson to have them both on at the same time and just ask them real questions that doesn’t allow them to recite talking points. Put the nail in the MSM coffin once and for all.
THIS. She would absolutely NEVER agree to either one - for exactly the reason that they would let her talk herself into a babbling fool's corner. Rogan would be AMAZING, honestly. (And I quite like Tucker - nothing bad about him at all, but Rogan would destroy her, just by asking real questions.)
Dear Sasha, a wonderful article, as always. This is not the first one where you give Trump’s team meaningful points and ideas. They do not read your substack. Do you really believe that he will reveal a kinder and gentler version of himself? That he can be the sane one and nice instead of mean? It is adorable if you do believe it, but let’s face the reality - he is not going to do any of this.
A few days ago it looked like he had a clear advantage. I remember how hopeful we felt. He seemed a changed man, more thoughtful, softer and subdued and claimed his goal had become to unite his countrymen. Did it happen? Even his speech at the RNC, when everybody seemed to be on fire, was not a winning speech. He is what he is. I agree he should debate her on any terms to show he is not afraid of her, as she claims, and to expose her for what she is. But I am also apprehensive he is not disciplined and not prepared for this fight. I am convinced he is a better president and his policies will put the. country back on the right track. But I don’t believe he is capable of delivering a clear and positive message and measured critique of Biden/Harris failures. I wish he would debate her, but at the same time I am scared of how this may turn out. If he loses, the consequences will be dire.
Trump could ask her if she believes all lives matter.
Sasha, this is a brilliant piece. If Trump would follow half of your suggestions in a debate, there's a good chance he could win the presidency. Can you sense my desperation: Is there any way to get this piece in front of someone who knows Trump or his campaign manager? The Biden-Harris administration has brought unimaginable destruction to our country. Four years of Harris mean one-party rule for generations to come given plans to federalize elections and reform the Supreme Court. Our country's survival as a constitutional republic could hinge on Trump's ability to be focused, disciplined, and substantive for 90 minutes. Who can make him see that?
She went to Nashville to defend and support three expelled lawmakers but didn’t visit the school or the families of adults and children murdered by A. Hale. Shows her messed up priorities.
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/icymi-vice-president-harris-traveled-nashville-tn
Yet, many people will still vote for her.