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Hacks On Tap

The Trap (with David Plouffe)

Jun 25, 2024
Legendary Hack and campaign maestro David Plouffe joins The Davids and Mike to discuss upcoming debate strategies, including viral moments, cut mics, and traps for Biden and Trump. They map out scenarios and tactics for the candidates, offering an insider's guide to the debate stage.
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Quick takeaways

  • Debaters must resist divisive topics and focus on strong contrasts and precision in the upcoming debate.
  • Moderators play a key role in shaping post-debate narratives by asking probing questions that elevate certain topics.

Deep dives

Biden and Trump Preparing for the Debate

Both Biden and Trump are gearing up for an important debate, where Biden's perceived vigor and Trump's daily 'shot in the ass' are under scrutiny. Despite past expectations about Biden's competence, both candidates are facing off with limited debating skills. The absence of a boisterous audience in this debate underscores a focus on the candidates themselves, possibly making the outcome more evident.

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