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In A Topsy-Turvy World, The Candidates Stick To These Three Issues

FiveThirtyEight Politics

CHAPTER

Political Dynamics Amid Disasters and Scandals

This chapter examines the interplay between political response to natural disasters and voter sentiment, particularly in swing states affected by recent hurricanes. It also explores how local scandals and geopolitical tensions, including the conflict in the Middle East, could shape electoral outcomes and public perceptions of political accountability. The discussion culminates in the significance of vice presidential candidates in influencing the election narrative, especially regarding pressing issues like inflation.

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