Trump vs Biden: A Look At Presidential Candidates' 2020 Battle

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Joe Biden and Donald Trump have emerged as frontrunners of their respective parties in the 2024 presidential election

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The 2024 presidential election is looming, and former President Donald Trump and incumbent President Joe Biden are on the verge of creating a pivotal moment in U.S. history. The two candidates have emerged as the frontrunners of their respective parties, paving the way for what appears to be a fierce rematch of the 2020 race.

The 2020 election has been etched into the annals of American political history as having tested the country's democracy- and its very resilience. Trump and Biden's clash caught the attention of the world, thereby bringing to light the visions that run deep within the United States.

The Polarizing Campaign

The 2020 campaign has been marked for the stark differences between Trump and Biden's visions for the country. As Trump campaigned for re-election, his main focus was economic prosperity, conservative values and stringent immigration policies. Biden, on the other hand, sought to address systemic issues such as racial injustice and climate change. Trump has been known to refer to climate change as "a hoax."

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic further complicated things for the campaign. Trump was heavily scrutinized for the way he tackled this issue. Critics accused him of downplaying the severity of the virus and mismanaging the government's response. Biden also criticized Trump's approach, promising to opt for a more science-based strategy to fight the virus.

The Role of Debates and Key Issues

The debate between the two candidates covered a wide range of issues, such as healthcare, the economy, racial tensions, and foreign policy. Notably, these topics once again stand as key issues in the upcoming 2024 elections. However, the previous debates were often tarnished by interruptions, personal attacks and allegations of misinformation.

Election Day and Aftermath

Election Day in 2020 was shrouded in anticipation and uncertainty, and the record-breaking voter turnout simply demonstrated how dire the elections were. In the end, Biden secured his first term of presidency with a conclusive triumph in both the popular vote and the Electoral College.

The aftermath of the 2020 presidential election saw legal challenges, protests and even calls for a recount. The nation was now tasked with healing and reconciliation in light of a bitterly contested election.

By Jenel Treza Albuquerque