Will Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate?

Will Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate?

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The video discusses the uncertainty in American politics, focusing on Vice President Kamala Harris's potential running mate and the possibility of a Harris-Trump debate. It highlights the historical significance of presidential debates and the current challenges in organizing them due to the absence of the nonpartisan Presidential Debate Commission. The video also analyzes the strategies of the Harris and Trump campaigns, with insights from political analyst Susan McManus.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the major uncertainties in American politics discussed in the video?

Who Kamala Harris will choose as her running mate

The future of the Democratic Party

The outcome of the next presidential election

The economic policies of the current administration

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30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to questions about President Biden's candidacy?

A significant economic downturn

The June presidential debate

A Supreme Court decision

A major policy announcement

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Trump's commitment to the September 10th debate become uncertain?

He had scheduling conflicts

Biden left the race and Harris became the Democratic candidate

He disagreed with the debate format

The debate was canceled

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a reason for the uncertainty in this year's fall presidential debate calendar?

The nonpartisan Presidential Debate Commission is not organizing debates

Lack of interest from candidates

Technical difficulties with broadcasting

Public opposition to debates

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Trump campaign's focus during the early weeks of the Harris campaign?

Organizing rallies across the country

Securing endorsements from key figures

Understanding Harris as a presidential candidate

Developing new policy proposals