FiveThirtyEight Politics Vance Performed Well In VP Debate. Will It Matter?
Oct 2, 2024
The hosts dive into the recent vice-presidential debate, highlighting the candidates' friendly banter and strategic moves. They dissect J.D. Vance's calm demeanor compared to his opponent's nervousness, revealing his shift to centrist views on critical issues like immigration. National security and climate change also take center stage, prompting discussions on their significance for voters. Lastly, the crew shares skepticism about the actual impact of debates on election results while keeping things light with a nod to the upcoming MLB Wild Card Series.
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Real-Time Debate Reactions
- Ruth Agelnik received real-time feedback during the debate.
- Democrats expressed frustration, while Republicans were pleasantly surprised by Vance's performance.
Walz's Debate Performance
- Galen Druke observed that Tim Walz appeared nervous and started sentences mid-thought.
- Walz's gaffes, like the "school shooters" comment, highlighted this nervousness.
Vance's Surprisingly Strong Performance
- J.D. Vance exceeded expectations, appearing coherent and strong.
- His performance challenged preconceived notions about him being "weird" or unable to connect with people.