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The Data Points That Will Explain The 2024 Election

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Double Negatives in Elections and the Importance of Appeal and Enthusiasm

This chapter explores the concept of double negatives in elections, where voters choose the candidate they dislike the least. It discusses polling data and analysis on how these voters perceive the candidates and emphasizes the importance of factors such as job approval and vote enthusiasm. The chapter also highlights the need for Democrats to appeal to 'double haters' and focus on turnout among specific voter groups in order to secure a victory.

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