The Megyn Kelly Show Dueling Town Halls, with Marc Thiessen, Bob Beckel, and Frank Luntz | Ep. 11
Oct 16, 2020
Marc Thiessen, a conservative commentator, Bob Beckel, a political personality, and Frank Luntz, a strategist, dissect last night's vibrant dueling town halls featuring Trump and Biden. They investigate the trustworthiness of polling data and the evolving dynamics of the 2020 race. The trio analyzes candidates' performances and strategies as they prepare for the final debate. They also delve into the impact of media biases on public perception and voter enthusiasm, shedding light on key demographic shifts that could shape the election outcome.
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Debate Debacle
- The Commission on Presidential Debates unilaterally decided on a virtual debate format, which Donald Trump rejected.
- Moderator Steve Scully's subsequent fake hacking scandal further discredited the commission.
Town Hall Bias
- Savannah Guthrie's aggressive questioning of Trump contrasted sharply with George Stephanopoulos's more moderate approach to Biden.
- This reflects a broader media bias against Trump.
White Supremacy Question
- Trump's repeated denouncements of white supremacy are often ignored or dismissed by the media.
- This reinforces the narrative that he is sympathetic to extremist groups.