Winners & Losers Of The 2nd Republican Debate With The Duffy's
Sep 29, 2023
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Will Cain sits down with Sean Duffy and Rachel Campos-Duffy to analyze the winners and losers of the second GOP debate. They discuss Nikki Haley's constant interruptions, the impact of the current political movement, and the motivations of candidates like Chris Christie. They also explore the contrasting performance of Donald Trump, highlighting his confidence and directness. Overall, a wide-ranging analysis of the debate.
Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis emerged as winners due to their scrappiness, confidence, and ability to address issues directly.
Doug Bergum impressed with intelligent answers but lacked the presence to stand out and gain significant support.
Vivek faces challenges in connecting with voters due to perceptions of being overly ambitious and potentially disingenuous, although his conservative ideas resonate and self-funding provides potential for a bright political future.
Deep dives
Debate Winners: Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis
Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis emerged as the winners of the Republican presidential primary debate. Haley showcased her scrappiness and feistiness, exposing Vivek's weaknesses. While some male viewers found her annoying, women appreciated her fighting spirit. DeSantis demonstrated confidence, particularly in rejecting questions and addressing issues directly. He was viewed as a strong, tested conservative who has taken on the media and fought hard for his state. Despite their strong performances, Donald Trump remains the frontrunner in the race.
Doug Bergum's Smart Approach Falls Short
Doug Bergum impressed with his smart answers during the debate, particularly addressing issues like China and EVs. However, his lack of confidence and presence prevented him from truly standing out. While admired for his intelligence, he didn't capture the attention and support that would truly propel his campaign.
Insights on Vivek's Impact and Perception
Vivek, while smart and eloquent, faces challenges in connecting with voters. Some perceive him as a know-it-all, overly ambitious, and potentially disingenuous. Others struggle to trust him and find him unconvincing. His lack of experience and young age may contribute to these perceptions. However, his ideas resonate with conservatives, and his campaign may benefit from his self-funding and the potential for a bright future in politics.
Assessing Tim Scott's Progression
Tim Scott showed improvement compared to the previous debate, displaying more passion and energy. While he had some interruption moments, his overall performance gained him more support and raised his standing. As a well-known conservative, his fundraising capabilities may help him sustain his campaign.
Mike Pence and Chris Christie's Potential Exit
Mike Pence and Chris Christie face potential challenges in continuing their campaigns. Pence may face a tough decision due to lack of public support, while Christie's role as a vocal critic of Trump may lead some to fund his campaign in order to challenge the former president. Donors may redirect their support to other candidates who align more closely with conservative values and have a better chance of gaining traction.
As the Republican candidates try to close the widening gap between them and former President Donald Trump, Will sits down with the Hosts of the From The Kitchen Table Podcast,co-Host of The Bottom Line on The FOX Business Network, Sean Duffy, and co-Host of FOX&Friends Weekend, Rachel Campos-Duffy for a wide-ranging analysis of the second GOP debate. They break down the winners, the losers, who may have gained or lost some ground, and as well as who could be the next person to drop out of the race.