In this episode of Campaign Games, hosts Meseidy and Rachel break down the first presidential debate of the 2024 election between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. From the moderators' blatant bias to the candidates' performances, we provide honest reactions and critical insights. We discuss key moments, fact-check various claims, and analyze how media framing impacts public perception. Please tune in to hear about what happened on the debate stage and whether we believe it will have an effect on the election.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Episode Setup

02:08 Media Bias and Debate Moderation

04:51 Kamala Harris's Debate Performance

09:50 Trump's Debate Reactions and Media Tactics

11:43 Fact-Checking and Narrative Crafting

17:56 Debate Highlights and Key Moments

32:51 Missed Opportunities in the Debate

33:45 Fact-Checking and Media Bias

34:00 Kamala Harris's Stance on Firearms

35:09 Body Language and Debate Tactics

35:50 Trump's Missed Cues and Debate Strategy

36:51 Harris's Debate Performance and Media Handling

45:42 Debate Substance and Policy Discussions

48:39 Impact of the Debate on the Election

53:47 Fracking and Other Key Issues

58:57 Concluding Thoughts and Media Critique

59:38 Wrap-Up and Call to Action

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