Trump's speech blends unity appeal with familiar divisive rhetoric

By Vivek Dubey By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com CNBC-TV18.com Published July 19, 2024 Published July 19, 2024

Donald Trump's Republican National Convention speech aimed for a unifying tone after a near-assassination but quickly reverted to his trademark divisive style, sparking mixed reactions.

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Humble Beginnings

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Near-Death Impact

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Fleeting Unity

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Familiar Bombast

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Lengthy Address

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Biden's Bashing

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Judicial Warfare

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Immigration Hyperbole

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Dark Vision

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