Mehdi Hasan discusses debate strategies against Trump in podcast
- Mehdi Hasan highlights the difficulty of debating Donald Trump due to his continuous stream of misleading statements.
- He advises Kamala Harris to strategically choose her battles and directly confront Trump's behavior.
- The debate's outcome could significantly impact swing states and influence undecided voters, particularly white suburban mothers.
Mehdi Hasan, a columnist for the Guardian, discusses the challenges of debating Donald Trump, particularly in the context of the upcoming presidential debate between Trump and Kamala Harris. He describes Trump as a formidable opponent who employs a continuous stream of misleading statements, making it difficult for others to fact-check or respond effectively. Hasan advises Harris to strategically choose her battles, maintain her stance, and directly address Trump's behavior during the debate. He emphasizes the importance of her approach, especially considering the racial dynamics at play, as Trump has historically struggled against strong black women. Hasan warns that Trump's team should caution him against making racially insensitive or misogynistic remarks, as the outcome of the debate could significantly influence swing states and sway undecided voters, particularly white suburban mothers who may be leaning towards Harris. The debate is set to be broadcast to millions, highlighting the stakes involved for both candidates.