Morning Wire Mobilizing the Faith Vote: Ralph Reed’s $62 Million Strategy | 8.25.24
Aug 25, 2024
Ralph Reed discusses an ambitious $62 million voter mobilization strategy aimed at engaging evangelical Christians in elections. He outlines how these voters are pivotal for the GOP and frames voting for Trump as a moral imperative. The conversation highlights the evolving dynamics of the evangelical vote, including attempts by the left to connect with this group. Additionally, it dives into the ethical dilemmas faced by voters and the Republican stance on abortion, shedding light on how these factors impact faith-based voting.
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Mobilizing the Faith Vote
- The Faith and Freedom Coalition plans to spend $62 million to mobilize faith-based voters.
- Their strategy includes door-knocking, phone calls, text messages, and voter guides distributed in churches.
Values over Identity
- Ralph Reed believes the evangelical vote isn't driven by identity politics but by issues and policies.
- He cites abortion, Israel, and religious freedom as key concerns for these voters.
Trump's Appeal to Evangelicals
- Despite not fitting the traditional evangelical mold, Trump secured the evangelical vote due to his alignment with their key policy positions.
- His actions on pro-life, pro-Israel, and religious freedom issues resonated with this voter base.