In the aftermath of a contentious presidential debate, Democrats celebrated Kamala Harris’s performance against Donald Trump while both candidates refocused on winning over swing state voters pivotal to the upcoming election.

Harris embarked on a “New Way Forward” tour, highlighting her debate themes that framed Trump as a threat to democracy, women’s rights, and the U.S.’s global standing, starting with a key stop in Pennsylvania.

Meanwhile, Trump campaigned in Arizona and Michigan, attempting to recover from a widely perceived poor debate performance.

However, concerns linger for Democrats regarding economic issues, where Trump’s support rose, and the need to mobilize younger voters as enthusiasm slightly skews in their favor.

Despite the debate outcomes, analysts caution against overconfidence, noting that many voters remain ambivalent, and that turnout will ultimately be crucial, The Guardian has reported.

Both candidates recognize the necessity of galvanizing their bases, particularly in critical states like Pennsylvania, where recent elections have been decided by a razor-thin margin.

Written by B.C. Begley