This presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump has caused many discussions across our nation. Both of these candidates expressed their thoughts and feelings about what they think is right for America’s future. In their speeches, they highlighted the differences in their policies and ideas for the future of our nation.
Harris represented the Democratic Party, she demonstrated her visions and thoughts. Harris talked about healthcare and expressed an idea called the “Affordable Care Act”, which introduced a public option to ensure healthcare access for all Americans. She argued that healthcare is a right and criticized the current attempts to dismantle existing healthcare protections.
Another one of Harris’ concerns was climate change. Harris stressed this point by proposing how she wanted to invest in renewable energy. She stated: “It is of great importance that we rejoin the Paris Agreement and lead efforts to combat these strong environmental challenges.” She says that she is big on fixing these climate change issues when or if she takes office.
Harris has also shared her concerns for economic recovery in the States. She has focused on post-pandemic recovery; emphasizing support for small businesses, job creation and raising the minimum wage. Harris stated that we need more equitable economic policies that benefit all Americans, not just the wealthy.
In contrast to Harris, Donald Trump represented the Republican Party. Trump defended himself and shared his plans for economic growth and national security. Trump mentioned heavily discussed points like: immigration policies, economic growth and his achievements in his first term.
Trump mentioned the rise in economic growth during his first term. However, Harris said that when he was in office he focused on tax cuts and deregulation. Trump argued this, saying his policies led to the best economy we have ever seen in the States before the pandemic and promised to restore that economy when he is in office.
Trump emphasized how he wanted to restore his strict immigration policies, which include building the border wall and enforcing his past immigration laws. Trump stated, “These policies and immigration laws are necessary to protect American jobs and ensure national security”.
Following up on the immigration laws, Trump criticized the rise in crime because of the open border and swore to support law enforcement. He said that public safety is crucial in our nation and said that the nation needs a president who will take care of the American people. Later in his argument, he accused Harris of being too lenient on crime.
Trump additionally talked about his accomplishments with foreign policy, including negotiations with North Korea, trade deals with China, and removing troops from the Middle East. Trump debated that his administration and his decisions have strengthened America globally.
This debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump showed very different visions for America’s future. Harris focused on things like progressive reforms, social justice, and addressing climate change, while Trump focused on economic growth, strict immigration policies, and national security. As voters you need to take all these things into perspective, the choice that you make will shape this country for years to come.
