Historic Presidential Debate Highlights: Memorable Moments from Kennedy to Biden

The upcoming presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump continues a tradition of memorable moments in political history. From John F. Kennedy's televised debate in 1960 to Joe Biden's shaky performance in 2024, these debates have featured iconic verbal exchanges and significant electoral outcomes.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 08-09-2024 21:32 IST | Created: 08-09-2024 21:32 IST
Historic Presidential Debate Highlights: Memorable Moments from Kennedy to Biden
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The upcoming presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on Tuesday is set to uphold a long-standing tradition of pivotal moments in American political history.

The history of televised debates is marked by memorable instances, starting from John F. Kennedy's landmark appearance against Richard Nixon in 1960, which Kennedy won, to the 2016 clash between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, where Trump ultimately emerged victorious.

The 2024 debate saw President Joe Biden deliver a worrying performance, further fueling concerns about his age, and leading to his eventual withdrawal from the race. Vice President Harris will now face Trump in the upcoming November election.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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