Man on the Street Topic: The Trump-Harris Debate
The presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris had more than 67 million views. Here’s what some Long Islanders had to say about it.
“I don’t think ABC handled it very well. Donald Trump got hardball questions, while Harris got softballs and wasn’t asked to explain anything about her failed record. This country is heading for financial demise under Biden and Harris, and it would be a disaster if she is allowed to continue running our country,”—Anthony Frontino, Ridge
“It was actually very disturbing since the vice president was able to freely lie without being checked by the moderators. Harris seemed like she knew she wouldn’t be challenged, forcing the other candidate to defend himself rather than talk about the issues.”—Richard Stevens, St. James
“Trump was beaten down by the moderators. It was the first time I’ve ever seen him tired. He did bounce back, and l believe he won the debate; he’s going to win the election as well.”—Christine Stevens, St. James
“Trump was on the defensive the whole time. Harris played to his ego, and he fell for the trap. She kept her composure while he got angry, sometimes a little grumpy. His record speaks for itself about the direction the country should be taking.”—Ginger Pagano, Patchogue
“Trump should have corrected the misstatements from Harris. Everything she said should have been fact-checked by the moderators. He missed the opportunity to call her out on her lies.”—Steve Micozzi, Smithtown
“She ran across the stage for the handshake, and he seemed surprised. It caught him off guard as if a fan was coming up to him for an autograph. He started off looking shocked from that.”—Kathleen Micozzi, Smithtown