r/politics • u/wsj The Wall Street Journal • 4d ago

I oversee the WSJ’s Washington bureau. Ask me anything about last night’s debate, where things stand with the 2024 election and what could happen next. AMA-Finished

President Biden’s halting performance during last night’s debate with Donald Trump left the Democratic Party in turmoil. You can watch my video report on the debate and read our coverage on how party officials are now trying to sort through the president’s prospects. 

We want to hear from you. What questions do you have coming out of the debate? 

What questions do you have about the election in general? 

I’m Damian Paletta, The Wall Street Journal’s Washington Coverage Chief, overseeing our political reporting. Ask me anything.

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Edit, 3:00pm ET: I'm wrapping up now, but wanted to say a big thanks to everyone for jumping in and asking so many great questions. Sorry I couldn't answer them all! We'll continue to write about the fallout from the debate as well as all other aspects of this unprecedented election, and I hope you'll keep up with our reporting. Thanks, again.

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u/Dag330 4d ago

Is being a politics reporter like you thought it would be? What has surprised you about the job?

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u/wsj The Wall Street Journal 4d ago

I didn't realize how every day would bring a new adventure. Each election has its own identity. Its own narrative. Its own twists. Its own plotlines. Its own soundtracks.

I was born in North Carolina, grew up in Georgia and Missouri. Seeing things from different vantage points and perspectives makes this job more fascinating every day. There is never a dull moment, that's for sure!