Most commentators agree that this year’s debates will matter less than usual, because the number of undecided voters is unusually low. Given Trump’s polarizing personality, that seems reasonable.
But some presumably exist. Who are they? I’m guessing they fall into two categories:
- Transactional voters who are waiting to see what the condition of the economy is in November; and
- Voters who are leaning against Trump, but need further evidence of Biden’s acuity and moderation before they make the final leap.
Neither candidate can do anything about #1 at the debate. #2 is purely in Biden’s hands. Trump has set a very low bar, and will undoubtedly make an obnoxious fool of himself during the debate, so this should be an easy win for the blue team.