Opinion: Rating who won the Walz-Vance debate

"He made Trumpism sound polite, calm and coherent." Our Opinion writers weigh in.

View in browser|nytimes.com October 2, 2024 JD Vance and Tim Walz faced off for the first time last night in a fierce debate. We asked 13 Times columnists and Opinion writers: Who won, who lost and what was the debate's most pivotal moment? Illustration by The New York Times; source images by Kenny Holston/The New York Times and Matt Rourke/Associated Press Here's how they rated the debate. → MORE COVERAGE Civility, then a clash over Jan. 6: Here are seven takeaways from the debate. → This was the moment when JD Vance dodged a question but said plenty. → We fact-checked the candidates' statements. → Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. Your guide to the 2024 elections. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018