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The Ben Shapiro Show

Ep. 2019 - The Kamala Stock Market CRASH

Aug 5, 2024
Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman, takes center stage as discussions heat up around his alarming headlines amid a plummeting stock market. The podcast dives into Kamala Harris's unexpected rise in polling and the implications of economic uncertainty, including fears of recession. With tensions brewing between Iran and Israel, the critique of the Biden administration's foreign policy takes a front row seat. Lastly, they explore the moral quandaries surrounding Harris and Emhoff, highlighting the intricate dance of modern politics.
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  • Kamala Harris's rise in national polls indicates a significant shift in the political landscape ahead of the upcoming election.
  • The current stock market volatility and potential recession are shaping economic concerns that may heavily influence voter sentiment.

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Rapid Shift in Polling Dynamics

Recent polling data reveals a significant shift in the political landscape, with Kamala Harris now leading in national polls over Donald Trump. According to prominent poll analyst Nate Silver, Harris is ahead with approximately 45.5% compared to Trump's 44.1%, indicating a notable change across key swing states. Harris has gained traction not only in traditionally Democratic-leaning states like Michigan and Pennsylvania but also in competitive areas such as Georgia and North Carolina. This shift suggests that the upcoming election is increasingly viewed as a toss-up, raising questions about the durability of this momentum as it approaches the Democratic National Convention.

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