Graphic detail | War of words

An alternative look at the Trump-Harris debate, in five charts

We asked a linguist to assess the data

KAMALA HARRIS and Donald Trump met for the first time at the presidential debate on September 10th. Ms Harris extended a hand and introduced herself to him—and also to many Americans. Mr Trump has been so present in people’s living rooms that there is little left to learn or parody. Ms Harris, on the other hand, is still making early impressions on many voters. How did their performances compare?

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