Up First from NPR Biden Falters In First Debate, Trump Spews Falsehoods, New Oklahoma School Mandate
Jun 28, 2024
The first presidential debate between Biden and Trump brought intense personal attacks and a swirl of misinformation. Biden struggled with clarity at times, while Trump relied on falsehoods. In a surprising twist, Oklahoma has mandated Bible classes in schools, raising eyebrows about church-state separation. This move has sparked major debates among educators and lawmakers about its implications. The contrasting performances of the candidates are raising concerns about age and competency, pivotal as the elections approach.
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Debate Performance Concerns
- Biden's debate performance worried Democrats, as his raspy voice and occasional incoherence played into concerns about his age and competency.
- Trump, despite numerous falsehoods, appeared strong in comparison, energizing Republicans.
Economic Policy Differences
- The candidates lacked concrete economic plans, focusing on criticism instead of future direction.
- Trump's proposed tariffs and tax cut extensions differ from Biden's targeted tax cuts for lower earners.
Trump's Shift on Deportation
- Trump avoided directly answering the question about deporting undocumented immigrants, a departure from his previous stance.
- This shift might reflect decreasing popularity for mass deportation compared to border control.