Up First from NPR Campaigns Go West, Job Numbers and the Election, Union Canvassing Push
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Nov 1, 2024 Tamara Keith, NPR's senior White House correspondent, shares insights on the Trump and Harris campaigns, highlighting their strategies in crucial Western states. Scott Horsley, NPR's economics correspondent, analyzes the strong job growth against economic challenges like rising mortgage rates. Andrea Hsu discusses how labor unions are mobilizing thousands of canvassers to influence voter turnout, showcasing grassroots connections that could sway elections. Together, they paint a vivid picture of the dynamic political landscape leading to Election Day.
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Campaigning Styles
- Trump used violent imagery when discussing Liz Cheney campaigning for Harris.
- Harris used Trump's past comments, like his remark about protecting women "whether they like it or not", against him.
Economic Outlook
- Despite positive economic indicators like job growth and falling inflation, many Americans still feel financially strained.
- Cumulative price hikes and housing shortages contribute to this sentiment.
Labor Union Efforts
- Labor unions are heavily invested in this election, deploying record numbers of canvassers.
- They aim to highlight Trump's past actions and statements perceived as anti-labor.