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Poll question
Has Harris’ momentum stalled?
Selection of Smerconish Daily Headlines
Bracing for Election Chaos, Axios
The U.S. is facing the risk of unprecedented election chaos in 2024 driven by polarization, lawsuits, disinformation, and the possibility of Trump rejecting the results if he loses.
Cohn: Is Harris’ Honeymoon Over?, DNYUZ
Nate Cohn suggests Harris’s support has stalled after August, with a new poll showing Trump narrowly leading as voters see him as the candidate of change and her as “more of the same.”
No Debate Over Pennsylvania Primacy, Associated Press
Pennsylvania is a key battleground for both Harris and Trump, as the state’s swing status and narrow voting margins in recent elections make it crucial for winning the presidency.
Rethinking Ford’s Pardon of Nixon, USA Today
Richard Nixon’s pardon 50 years ago set a precedent that many say emboldened future presidents, including Donald Trump, to push legal boundaries without facing prosecution.
Walz and Vance and Facts of Life, Politico
Tim Walz criticized JD Vance’s comments on school shootings, stating, “It’s a fact of life some people are gay, but not that our children need to be shot dead in schools.”
A Recipe for Voter Confusion, ABC News
Changes in voting laws, fewer polling places, and high voter enthusiasm in 2024 could lead to confusion and challenges for voters, particularly with a shift back to in-person voting.
A Political Playlist Battle, CBS News
Campaign songs have shaped elections for decades, but in 2024, artists like Isaac Hayes’ family and Celine Dion are pushing back, while Harris embraces Beyoncé’s “Freedom” in her ads.
