Who won Tuesday night’s presidential debate? We turned to the Amarillo Pioneer’s top notch news team to get their reactions — as well as reactions from some of our readers.
JD Vance/Photo by U.S. Senate
Thomas Warren, Editor-in-Chief
Debate Winner: JD Vance (Republican)
J.D. Vance did exactly what he needed to do on Tuesday night. He presented the Trump vision for the country with the skill of a seasoned, Harvard-trained lawyer. He provided a sunny and optimistic look on America’s future and made the case for why a Trump presidency will be best for American workers. He delivered while Tim Walz seemed too stiff and uncomfortable on stage. Let’s see if it matters.
Noah Dawson, Associate Editor
Debate Winner: JD Vance (Republican)
J.D. Vance avoided any major mistakes and emerged as the clear winner of the debate. He didn’t provide any fodder for the Harris campaign to use in future ads. Also, Tim Walz didn’t seem to understand the First Amendment, which was wasn’t great for a vice presidential hopeful.
Richard E.
Debate Winner: JD Vance (Republican)
It was J.D. Vance’s debate to lose and he didn’t lose it. He went out there and made the case for why he needs to be our next vice president.
Michael W.
Debate Winner: JD Vance (Republican)
J.D. Vance will be America’s next vice president.
Sharon H.
Debate Winner: Tim Walz (Democratic)
J.D. Vance didn’t look vice presidential. Neither did Tim Walz but at least he made me feel good about him.
David P.
Debate Winner: JD Vance (Republican)
I would feel comfortable with J.D. Vance being our nation’s next-in-line for the presidency. He understands MAGA and is the heir to the movement. Let’s get him in the White House with Donald Trump!