GOP strategist Whit Ayres previewed this week’s presidential debate this way: “Can Joe Biden not look like a senile old man? Can Donald Trump not be an obnoxious jerk?” .memberful-global-teaser-content p:last-child{ -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); } Join now to continue reading. Members get exclusive analysis, bonus features and no advertising.