In terms of sheer volume of words spoken, Donald J. Trump clearly outpaced Kamala Harris during the recent election cycle. New data reveals the significant disparity in their communication efforts, raising questions about the impact of their speaking styles on the election outcome.

While we may never fully understand whether Trump’s extensive speaking contributed to his victory, hindered his campaign, or had a neutral effect, the data underscores a notable trend in how each candidate utilized their time across various public events and media interactions.

According to aggregated data from Roll Call FactBase, Mr. Trump dedicated approximately 172 hours to speaking during his public and media appearances after July 23. In stark contrast, Ms. Harris’s speaking time amounted to around 69 hours.

It’s important to note that Ms. Harris had the additional responsibility of preparing to take over the Biden campaign infrastructure. Her strategy also emphasized in-person engagements, which she prioritized throughout the campaign. She made more appearances than Mr. Trump, visiting a diverse array of locations—including barbershops, restaurants, funerals, and church services—beyond her standard campaign rallies.

However, while Harris engaged with the public in numerous settings, her remarks were frequently concise. Mr. Trump’s speaking style, as is often the case, leaned towards the lengthy side, reflecting his characteristic approach to communication.