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FiveThirtyEight Politics
What To Make Of The Protest Votes In Michigan
Feb 28, 2024
Analysis of Michigan primary results reveals discontent within parties. Focus on Trump's and Biden's vulnerabilities. Discussion on looming government shutdown and immigration as key voter issue. Question raised on polling methods using pictures of RFK Jr.
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- Discontent within parties shown by uncommitted votes in Michigan primary, signaling potential challenges for Biden and Trump.
- Bipartisan challenges in Congress over funding highlight the looming threat of a partial government shutdown, impacting key agencies like Agriculture and HUD.
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Michigan Primary Reactions and Uncommitted Votes
Trump and Biden easily won their respective primaries in Michigan. The uncommitted vote on the Democratic side received about 13% support due to disapproval of Biden's handling of the Israel Hamas war. On the Republican side, Haley overperformed her polls. The uncommitted vote signaled potential challenges for Biden but may not have significant impact in the general election.
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