The debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump was supposed to be a moment of truth for Harris, an opportunity to demonstrate her leadership skills and showcase her policies. Instead, it felt like a missed opportunity. Harris was more polished and professional than Trump, but she failed to score the points she needed to build a lead. Trump, on the other hand, remained true to form, delivering his signature blend of messiness, rambling, and repetition. 

 What if we're looking at this debate through the wrong lens? What if we're too focused on Trump's personal qualities and not enough on the substance of Harris's policies? The debate highlighted the challenges Harris faces in appealing to both the Left and working-class voters. She needs to find a way to balance her progressive values with the concerns of voters in crucial states like Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. 

 As we move forward, Harris would do well to focus on defining herself and her values, rather than trying to be all things to all people. She needs to give voters something to vote for, beyond vague statements about her values. And what about the importance of get-out-the-vote efforts? In this race, it's all about identifying potential voters and getting them to the polls. 

 The debate may have changed the perception of Harris, but it's unlikely to have a lasting impact. As we head into the final stretch, it's clear that this election is all about mobilizing voters, rather than persuading them. Both campaigns should focus on identifying potential voters and getting them to the polls, rather than trying to define their opponents as extremists. 

 The outcome is anyone's guess, but one thing is certain: the campaign that does the better job of getting out its vote will win. Should Harris be focusing on defining herself and her values, or trying to appeal to as many people as possible? And what's the real impact of the debate on the election's outcome?

Debate Fallout: Did Harris Miss Her Chance to Shine?

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