The vice presidential debate between Vance and Walz took place on Tuesday, Nov. 6. With the presidential election looming, experts are cautioning that the outcome may not be clear on election night due to the closeness of the race. The debate was seen as a significant event leading up to Election Day, but many pundits felt that it did little to sway undecided voters.
Renée Cross of the University of Houston noted that the debate was remarkably civil compared to past debates. JD Vance was seen as coming out on top in terms of performance and presentation, with a more moderate tone than usual. However, both candidates dodged important questions during the debate, with Vance avoiding a question about the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, and Walz stumbling over a question about his past statement regarding Tiananmen Square in China.
Despite the lack of major surprises in terms of policy positions, one unexpected aspect was the number of times the candidates expressed agreement with each other during the debate. This level of agreement was noted as unusual compared to past debates.
Overall, the vice presidential debate did not appear to significantly impact the race, with no clear winner emerging. The focus now shifts to the upcoming presidential election and the final days of campaigning. If you appreciate the reporting provided above, please consider making a donation to support further coverage on Texas Standard and KUT.org. Your contribution helps sustain the quality journalism you rely on. Thank you for considering a donation today.
