The Intelligence from The Economist Coming up Trump: our election model puts Harris behind
Oct 24, 2024
Simon Wright, Industry editor at The Economist, shares insights on Elon Musk's ambitious robotaxi promises, highlighting the technological and regulatory challenges that may delay their arrival. Meanwhile, Shardash Chitnas, a global business writer, reflects on 40 years of Microsoft Excel, celebrating its enduring popularity and user-friendly design. They discuss how Excel remains a staple in corporate environments while exploring the potential of AI to revolutionize this classic software. Politics and technology collide in this engaging conversation!
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Trump Gains Ground
- The Economist's election forecast model suggests a shift towards Donald Trump.
- This marks the first time Trump has been ahead since Kamala Harris's nomination in mid-August.
Undecided Voters Swing to Trump
- Trump's rise isn't due to voters switching sides, but undecided/third-party voters choosing him.
- This follows a similar pattern where Harris initially consolidated support from likely Democrats.
Trump Favored in Electoral College
- Trump is more likely to win the election than Harris, according to the model.
- Harris is still projected to win the popular vote, but the electoral college favors Trump.