Senator John Fetterman, Democrat from Pennsylvania, has weighed in on the highly anticipated presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. During an appearance on CNN’s ‘State of the Union,’ Fetterman acknowledged the strong debating skills of both candidates, stating that the debate, set to take place in Philadelphia on Tuesday, will be a close contest.
He expressed confidence in Harris’s performance, noting, “She’s going to do great, of course, but Donald Trump will be good, too.” While acknowledging Trump’s effectiveness in past debates, Fetterman believes the debate’s outcome won’t be decisive, as voters will ultimately choose between “order” and “chaos.”
Fetterman believes that Pennsylvania, a crucial swing state, will see a tight race in the presidential election. He believes the deciding factor for voters will be a preference for stability and unity over the chaotic period under Trump’s presidency. “I think a majority of Pennsylvanians are going to decide, ‘Hey, I want four years of order and fairness and unity and a different way forward.’ And I don’t think they want the kinds of dark days and chaos that Donald Trump provided for our nation,” Fetterman stated.
The sentiment expressed by Fetterman aligns with the latest polls, which show Trump maintaining a slight lead over Harris nationally. Despite this, Harris has seen a surge in support from Democrats since entering the presidential race.
The debate, potentially the only one between the two candidates, will be a pivotal moment in the election, with both candidates vying for the support of voters in battleground states like Pennsylvania. The outcome of the debate, while not guaranteed to be decisive, will likely have a significant impact on the overall race.
