FiveThirtyEight Politics
Trump Breaks With RNC Message On Night 4
Jul 19, 2024
Analysis of Trump's speech at the Republican National Convention, speculation on Biden dropping out, unprecedented election events, Kamala Harris as a running mate, challenges of using polls for predictions
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- Trump's convention speech started with unity but shifted to familiar attacks and controversial language.
- Speculation emerged about Biden's potential withdrawal and its impact on the upcoming Democratic National Convention.
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Trump's Long Speech and Messaging
Donald Trump's lengthy acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention was critiqued for its duration and shift in messaging, starting with a traditional candidate's unity-focused speech but devolving into classic Trump rhetoric. The attempt to present a changed candidate fell short as Trump reverted to familiar themes like attacking Democrats and using controversial language.
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