debater

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The Minnesota governor, who’d warned the Harris campaign before his selection as running mate that he wasn’t a very good debater, was reportedly all nerves and anxiety in the days leading up to the debate.

From Slate • Oct. 5, 2024

"They always the losing person, the fighter, the debater, they always ask for a rematch."

From Salon • Sep. 11, 2024

I know that Kamala Harris is an extremely competent debater.

From BBC • Sep. 8, 2024

“She’s a candidate who checks all the boxes — she’s a very good communicator, a very skilled debater, she has excellent television ads, and she comes across as strong and articulate.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 4, 2024

J. N. Singh, an effective debater, uttered words that night which still echo in my head.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela