The Political Scene | The New Yorker How to Find Every Democratic Voter in Wisconsin
Oct 5, 2024
Ben Wikler, chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party known for his fundraising prowess, shares insights on the upcoming electoral battle in Wisconsin. He discusses the ground strategies employed for Kamala Harris and highlights the lackluster outreach efforts by the GOP, suggesting that even with wealthy donors like Elon Musk, the Trump campaign is faltering. Wikler emphasizes the razor-thin race ahead, examining how voter sentiments and demographic shifts could swing the state, making every interaction crucial in this high-stakes political environment.
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Outsourcing Ground Game
- The Republican party is outsourcing its ground game to groups like Elon Musk's Super PAC and Turning Point USA.
- These groups further outsource to vendors using paid canvassers, leading to potential inefficiencies and internal dissatisfaction.
Liz Cheney's Impact
- Liz Cheney's appeal in Wisconsin focuses on Republican voters committed to constitutional principles.
- She offers them a "permission structure" to vote against Trump while maintaining their conservative identity.
Hidden Voters
- Polls may overestimate Democratic support in Wisconsin due to the unpredictable nature of same-day voter registration.
- Same-day registrants, unregistered in polls, favored Trump in 2020, posing a challenge for Democrats.