Democratic vice-presidential candidate and Minnesota Governor squared off last night against the candidate and Ohio Senator, , in a notably civil exchange of ideas on . With 34 days to go until Election Day, the debate gave both nominees a precious opportunity to . It was the only scheduled face-off between the two candidates, following an encounter between former president , an encounter which was widely hailed as a comprehensive victory for the .
asked the generative AI tool, "Who won the vice presidential debate, Walz or Vance? Give reasons for your answer. When thinking about your answer, also consider who the debate host is, as well as the mic policy." ChatGPT responded: "The vice presidential debate between Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance on October 1, 2024, featured a mix of policy discussions and personal attacks.
While there wasn't a clear, resounding winner, JD Vance appeared to have the upper hand based on several factors. "Vance effectively presented himself as calm and polished, especially when discussing international affairs, notably defending Trump's foreign policy by emphasizing peace through strength. "He managed to tone down his usual aggressiveness, which helped him appear more composed, contrasting Walz's occasional stumbling, such as a gaffe when discussing gun violence.
"Vance's performance seemed to delight Trump supporters, suggesting he resonated well with his base. He also softened his rhetoric on contentious issues like aborti.
