President Biden recently spoke to reporters about his performance in the CNN debate against former President Trump. When asked how he thought he did, Biden responded, “I think we did well.” However, he also expressed frustration with debating someone he considers a liar, pointing out that The New York Times had identified 26 lies from Trump during the debate.
One topic of concern following the debate was Biden’s voice, which some viewers found concerning. When asked if he was suffering from a cold, Biden confirmed, “I am sick.” This revelation likely contributed to the perception that he struggled during the debate.
Notably, a flash poll conducted by CNN after the debate showed that viewers believed Trump had soundly defeated Biden. This sentiment was echoed on social media, with many users agreeing that Biden had lost the debate. Even some liberal pundits shared this view.
Despite these negative reactions, Biden’s camp put out positive reviews of his performance. First Lady Jill Biden congratulated him on stage, saying, “Joe, you did such a good job! You answered every question. You knew all the facts.” Vice President Kamala Harris also praised his performance, stating, “It was a slow start but a strong finish.”
The revelation of Biden’s illness adds an additional layer of understanding to his performance. It’s possible that his sickness affected his voice and overall demeanor during the debate, leading to a perceived lackluster performance.
Looking ahead, President Biden will be heading to Raleigh, North Carolina, where he will hold a rally on Friday. This state is significant as it was one of the states he narrowly lost to Trump in the 2020 election.
In conclusion, while President Biden expressed confidence in his performance during the CNN debate, there were concerns raised about his voice and overall delivery. The perception that he lost the debate was supported by a flash poll conducted by CNN. However, despite this negative feedback, Biden received positive reviews from his camp, including praise from First Lady Jill Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. The revelation of Biden’s illness may provide some context for his performance. Overall, the debate has sparked further interest in the upcoming 2024 election and President Biden’s future plans.
