
The Journal. Red, White and Who? An Electoral College Blowout?
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Nov 1, 2024 The hosts dive into the drama of the election season, contrasting a World Series victory with the mounting election anxiety. They break down a controversial speech that frames a rival as a threat to democracy, and the potential fallout within Latino communities. An informative exploration of the electoral college reveals its complex origins, the challenges of reform, and the ongoing debate about voter disenfranchisement. Key swing states like Pennsylvania are highlighted as focal points for election integrity and voter sentiment, setting the stage for a thrilling election day.
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Trump's MSG Rally
- Donald Trump held a campaign event at Madison Square Garden, resembling a sporting event with attendees in MAGA hats.
- The event featured long speeches with dark rhetoric about illegal immigration and gang crime.
Harris's Ellipse Speech
- Kamala Harris held a contrasting event at the Ellipse, framing her campaign as a defense of democracy.
- She presented herself as a pragmatic centrist with a to-do list, unlike Trump's 'enemies list'.
Garbage Rhetoric
- Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's controversial joke about Puerto Rico caused fallout for the Trump campaign.
- Biden's remark about Trump supporters, while retracted, further fueled the 'garbage' narrative.
