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New Hampshire Gov. Sununu Suggests Trump Adapt Debate Style

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu takes part in a panel discussion, Nov. 15, 2022, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu suggested on Friday that former President Donald Trump should engage in a second debate with Vice President Kamala Harris and consider adjusting his approach to appeal to swing voters. Sununu, a Republican governor who has previously criticized Trump, emphasized the importance of spending more time in front of voters, especially in a closely contested race.

Sununu acknowledged that Trump is clear about his message but advised him to communicate in a more empathetic and direct manner during debates, rather than focusing solely on high-level concepts. The governor highlighted the potential for Trump to connect with voters who may not personally like him but are dissatisfied with the policies of the Biden-Harris administration.

Sununu advises Trump to communicate more empathetically and directly.
Sununu suggests Trump engage in a second debate with Harris.
Trump should focus on connecting with swing voters dissatisfied with Biden-Harris policies.

According to Sununu, Trump and his team have an opportunity to re-establish a connection with voters who supported him in the 2016 election. By engaging in more empathetic and direct dialogue, Trump could potentially sway voters who are critical of him on a personal level but are open to his policy positions.

As Sununu prepares to retire at the end of his fourth two-year term next year, his advice to Trump reflects a strategic approach to reaching a broader audience and appealing to swing voters. The governor's comments underscore the significance of effective communication and connection-building in political debates, particularly in competitive races where every voter's opinion matters.

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