The Democratic Party has found itself in a peculiar situation, one that no one could have predicted just a few months ago. After Joe Biden’s abrupt exit from the 2024 race, Kamala Harris has stepped up as the Democratic nominee, supposedly ready to take on Donald Trump in what’s shaping up to be the most contentious election in recent memory.
But there’s a problem—a big one. While Trump is eager to face off against Harris in a series of debates, she seems to be doing everything in her power to avoid it.
Now, let’s be honest: Kamala Harris has never been known for her debating skills. Remember the 2020 Democratic primaries? Her campaign imploded after a few cringe-worthy performances on the debate stage.
And now, with Trump throwing down the gauntlet and proposing three debates in September, Harris is nowhere to be found. Instead of rising to the occasion, she’s ducking and dodging like a seasoned boxer avoiding a knockout punch.
The Offer and the Dodge
According to reports, Trump offered to debate Harris on three separate occasions in September. The dates were set, the invitations were sent out, and Trump was ready to go.
But what did Harris do? She refused. Yes, you heard that right. She flat-out refused to face Trump on any of those dates.
From Breitbart:
Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday refused to debate former President Donald Trump in a third proposed matchup the former president suggested. Trump offered to debate Harris on September 4 on Fox News, September 10 on NBC News, and September 25 on ABC News. Harris also stated she will only allow Gov. Tim Walz to attend one debate with Sen. JD Vance, who proposed to meet Walz twice. Walz is an admittedly terrible debater.
What’s even more telling is that Harris isn’t just dodging Trump; she’s also limiting Tim Walz, her VP pick, to just one debate with JD Vance. It’s almost as if the Democrats know their weaknesses and are trying to minimize the damage. But here’s the thing: you can’t run from your record. And in Harris’s case, that record is pretty thin.
Trump’s Response
Never one to miss an opportunity, Trump quickly adapted to Harris’s refusal. Instead of sulking or complaining, he decided to go straight to the people. Trump announced that he would be doing a Tele-Town Hall on Fox News, hosted by Sean Hannity, in place of the debate that Harris declined. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade.
From The Hill:
“Rather than the debate on September 4th, I have agreed to do a Tele-Town Hall, anchored by Sean Hannity, for Fox. It will take place in the Great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Details to follow!” Trump posted on Truth Social.Trump said he was “not surprised” Harris would not agree to a debate on Fox News, arguing it was “very difficult, at best, for her to defend her record-setting Flip-Flopping on absolutely everything she once believed in.”
This is classic Trump. Instead of letting Harris off the hook, he’s taking his message directly to the voters. And honestly, who can blame him? Harris’s record is a mess of contradictions and half-baked ideas, and she knows it. That’s why she’s running from the debate stage as fast as possible.
A Pattern of Avoidance
Harris’s refusal to debate is just the latest in a long line of dodges. Since becoming the Democratic nominee, she’s avoided serious scrutiny like the plague. No press conferences, no tough interviews, and now, no debates. It’s as if her entire strategy is to run out the clock and hope that voters don’t notice.
But here’s the thing: voters aren’t stupid. They see what’s going on. They see a candidate who’s too afraid to face her opponent on the issues. They see a candidate who’s hiding behind carefully scripted speeches and controlled environments. And they’re not impressed.
Harris’s strategy might work in the short term, but it’s a losing game in the long run. You can’t hide from the American people forever. At some point, you have to face the music.
Trump’s Aggressive Campaign
Meanwhile, Trump is doing the exact opposite. He’s out there, day in and day out, engaging with voters, answering tough questions, and making his case for why he should be president again. He’s not afraid to mix it up, and that’s what voters appreciate about him.
The contrast couldn’t be starker. On one side, you have a candidate who’s willing to engage, to debate, and to fight for what he believes in. On the other side, you have a candidate who’s doing everything she can to avoid the spotlight and hide her beliefs.
And in an election as important as this one, that’s not just a tactical mistake—it’s a fatal flaw.
Key Takeaways:
- Kamala Harris refused to debate Trump three times in September.
- Trump is taking his message directly to voters through a Fox News Tele-Town Hall.
- Harris’s avoidance strategy may backfire as voters seek transparency and accountability.
