Senator Sherrod Brown is actively involved in supporting the people of East Palestine, Ohio, in the aftermath of the train derailment and pushing for legislation on railroad safety and support for the affected community.
Senator Brown remains hopeful for the passage of the Child Tax Credit bill, as it has received broad support in the House and shows potential for bipartisan backing in the Senate.
The presence of third party candidates in the upcoming election could complicate the race for both major party candidates by lowering the winning threshold and potentially tipping the election in favor of President Trump.
Deep dives
Update on East Palestine: One Year Later
Senator Sherrod Brown has been actively involved in supporting the people of East Palestine, Ohio, in the aftermath of the train derailment. He has worked towards ensuring their safety and helping them return to normalcy. Senator Brown has also been fighting for the passage of a bill that focuses on railroad safety, including regular safety checks, notification of hazardous cargo, and employing adequate staff for trains. He is optimistic about the bill's passage and hopes that President Biden's upcoming visit to East Palestine will bring attention to the need for ongoing testing of water and soil, as well as further support for the affected community.
Child Tax Credit and Border Security Deal
Senator Brown has been involved in promoting the Child Tax Credit bill, which recently passed in the House with overwhelming bipartisan support. While there may be challenges in the Senate, Senator Brown believes that there is broad support for the bill, including from both Democrats and Republicans. He remains hopeful that it will ultimately pass. Additionally, Senator Brown is optimistic about a bipartisan border security deal, as senators have been diligently working towards an agreement. He emphasizes the importance of securing the border, enforcing laws against drug trafficking, and providing aid to Ukraine in order to maintain national security.
Challenges and Determination on Capitol Hill
Despite the challenges and potential roadblocks, Senator Brown remains committed to fighting for important legislation. He has seen success in past struggles, such as restoring pensions for workers and advocating for the R&D tax credit. He believes that with persistence, the bipartisan border security deal and aid for Ukraine can still be achieved. Senator Brown emphasizes his dedication to delivering results for the American people and not giving up on critical issues, no matter the obstacles.
The Impact of Third Party Candidates on the Election
The podcast episode discusses the potential impact of third party candidates on the upcoming election. It highlights the concern that these candidates could tip the race in favor of President Trump, particularly in swing states like Arizona and Nevada. The episode mentions RFK Jr's flirtation with running as the nominee of the Libertarian Party, which could be worrisome due to his name recognition and funding. The episode also mentions the no labels organization, which aims to promote a unity ticket with a Republican and a Democrat. However, the podcast expresses skepticism about the organization's credibility and ability to attract noteworthy candidates. Overall, the episode stresses the potential anxiety and uncertainty surrounding the presence of third party candidates in the election.
The Importance of Voter Percentages and Math
The podcast episode emphasizes the importance of voter percentages and how they could affect the outcome of the election. It mentions that Donald Trump has never received 47% of the national popular vote in any of his presidential elections, which means he cannot win a two-way race with only 47% of the vote. The episode highlights the role of third party candidates in lowering the threshold for winning, as seen in the 2016 election when Gary Johnson and Jill Stein received a significant portion of the vote. The discussion suggests that these third party candidacies strategically hurt Joe Biden, as he has proven he can secure around 50% of the vote in certain states. The episode concludes that the presence of third party candidates could complicate the election math for both major party candidates.
Nikki Haley's campaign claims she has a path to the Republican nomination without winning Republican voters. The Biden-Trump polls are all over the place. Joe Manchin, RFK Jr. and others continue to flirt with third party presidential bids that could tip the election to Trump. Plus, Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown stops by to talk about his high stakes Senate race, the fight for reproductive rights, and the one year anniversary of the East Palestine train derailment.
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