Kamala Harris
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Until yesterday, Walz was unknown outside of MN. Now we're getting to know more about him, and it appears he's a political soulmate for Harris - a far left liberal who would be right at home in San Francisco. Here's just a few examples of his positions on critical issues of this election:
* Pro defund the police
* In 2020 he literally fiddled while Minneapolis burned, waiting three days to call in the National Guard.
* Promoted and signed legislation making MN a sanctuary state for sex change surgery for minors.
* Pro open borders. He even issued an executive order providing free healthcare and drivers licenses for illegal aliens.
These are just a few, but no doubt he has many more positions that line up perfectly with those of Kamala. They're a perfect match.
* Pro defund the police
* In 2020 he literally fiddled while Minneapolis burned, waiting three days to call in the National Guard.
* Promoted and signed legislation making MN a sanctuary state for sex change surgery for minors.
* Pro open borders. He even issued an executive order providing free healthcare and drivers licenses for illegal aliens.
These are just a few, but no doubt he has many more positions that line up perfectly with those of Kamala. They're a perfect match.
More about crime in Minneapolis while Walz has been governor, per the FBI and Minneapolis PD (2019-2023).
* Minneapolis police force numbers down 50%.
* Motor vehicle theft up 163%
* Homicide up 50%
* Robberies up 9.5%
* Assaults up 8%
Did I mention that Harris is also for defending police and abolishing I.C.E.?
* Minneapolis police force numbers down 50%.
* Motor vehicle theft up 163%
* Homicide up 50%
* Robberies up 9.5%
* Assaults up 8%
Did I mention that Harris is also for defending police and abolishing I.C.E.?
GOP Pollster Frank Luntz: Harris is Now the Frontrunner
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Frank Luntz: Kamala Harris Now the Front Runner in Tight Election Race - VINnews
USA (VINnews)- Pollster Frank Luntz has declared Vice President Kamala Harris as the front runner in the upcoming election, signaling a significant shift in the political landscape. Luntz’s observations, which emphasize the strategic advantages Harris holds and the decisions within the...
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Harris/Walz Financial Disclosures
From the most-recent financial disclosures:
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From the most-recent financial disclosures:
- Harris listed securities investments personally owned worth between $800,000 and $1.75 million, and personal cash holdings of between $550,000 and $1.1 million.
- Harris's husband, Doug Emhoff, has investments worth at least $1 million and at least $250,000 in cash.
- Harris and Emhoff own a home in Brentwood, California, worth an estimated $5 million.
- Walz owns no stocks, bonds or real estate.
- Walz’s salary as governor of Minnesota is $127,629. He was eligible for a raise last year to $149,550, but he chose not to accept it, according to the state.
- In 2019, after Walz was elected governor, he and his wife sold their Mankato, Minnesota, home and moved into the governor’s mansion. They listed the four-bedroom house for $315,000, after buying it in 1997 for $145,000.
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Harris doesn’t agree to 3 debates that Trump mentioned earlier and which he accepted. So currently Harris is dodging having more than one. Why? She could display her intellectual prowess for all to see three times against Trump, but no.
Regarding the VP debate, one has been scheduled. Vance has said earlier though that he is concerned that the Dems will pull the “bait and switch” and replace Walz (some are calling Awols) with another pick because of his stolen valor controversy.So that debate may not happen until Harris is sure on her selection.
Regarding the VP debate, one has been scheduled. Vance has said earlier though that he is concerned that the Dems will pull the “bait and switch” and replace Walz (some are calling Awols) with another pick because of his stolen valor controversy.So that debate may not happen until Harris is sure on her selection.
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Harris doesn't want to go on Fox for good reason: she might have to answer some questions that require substantive answers that expose her ignorance on the subject or her extreme liberal positions on the issues. Right now she's running a "sheltered" campaign which is completely scripted, choreographed and allows no extemporaneous statements. She's gone almost three weeks with zero press conferences.
Harris will likely keep Walz on the ticket because he matches up perfectly with her positions on almost every key issue, in spite of being a weaker candidate than Shapiro. However, Walz brings a lot of baggage as well, from his disastrous mishandling of the Floyd riots to his serial lying over the years about his military service. Eventually these two will have to start talking about their records and their positions on the issues.
Walz supposed strengths on the ticket ( which were already questionable) such as potential votes from rural and military have been neutralized and are even becoming a negative (liability). All the camouflage caps they ordered for the campaign are likely sitting in boxes in a warehouse at this point. He has avoided any questions about his military comments and is now ducking the topic. Not a peep. No way they allow the VP to become a drag on an already mediocre ticket.
Prediction: He will be swapped out.
That would be the smart thing to do, but the smart thing would've been to pick Shapiro in the first place, who would've likely delivered PA to the Democrats. Now he probably wouldn't take the VP spot if asked after seeing Harris cave to the Hamas wing of the party. No doubt she could rely on Mayor Pete to step in if they have to dump Walz.
If they won’t go all-in with the risky pick Shapiro, they could go with Kelly from Arizona or the Gov. from Kentucky once they make the switcheroo with Walz.
Harris on Securing the Border
Vice President Harris: “Earlier this year, we had a chance to pass the toughest bipartisan border security Bill in decades. But Donald Trump tanked the deal because he thought by doing that it would help him win an election. But when I am president, I will sign the Bill.”
Vice President Harris: “Earlier this year, we had a chance to pass the toughest bipartisan border security Bill in decades. But Donald Trump tanked the deal because he thought by doing that it would help him win an election. But when I am president, I will sign the Bill.”
Republican Pollsters: Harris Tops Trump by Six Points in Swing-State Nevada
As I have said before early polls are meaningless, and it is a waste of time to put stock in them. The polls will become fully meaningful in October, about the final 30 days of the election cycle. And even then, an "October surprise," can invalidate whatever the previous polls said.
That said, it is well known that Donald Trump puts great stock in all polls, so he won't be pleased by this one. It will likely give him a sinking feeling as he watches Nevada slip out of his grasp.
The poll was done by Republican pollsters Wolfson and Johnston. Trump recently led in Nevada, but that is changing. On top of that, Harris is holding a rally in Nevada today to further lock in and organize her support.
Interested readers can learn more about the poll here.
As I have said before early polls are meaningless, and it is a waste of time to put stock in them. The polls will become fully meaningful in October, about the final 30 days of the election cycle. And even then, an "October surprise," can invalidate whatever the previous polls said.
That said, it is well known that Donald Trump puts great stock in all polls, so he won't be pleased by this one. It will likely give him a sinking feeling as he watches Nevada slip out of his grasp.
The poll was done by Republican pollsters Wolfson and Johnston. Trump recently led in Nevada, but that is changing. On top of that, Harris is holding a rally in Nevada today to further lock in and organize her support.
Interested readers can learn more about the poll here.
Sentiment Shift: Kamala Harris is More Trusted Than Donald Trump on US Economy
Financial Times: "More Americans trust Kamala Harris to handle the US economy than Donald Trump, according to a new poll that marks a sharp change in voter sentiment following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the White House race." (Source)
Financial Times: "More Americans trust Kamala Harris to handle the US economy than Donald Trump, according to a new poll that marks a sharp change in voter sentiment following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the White House race." (Source)
Over 20 days and still no interviews by Harris. Not a peep. Apparently VP pick Walz is dodging the press as well. No interviews on the Sunday shows where reporters can ask him about the stolen valor controversy that keeps getting worse.Nada Meanwhile J.D. Vance appeared on multiple news programs and answered questions articulately and intelligently. The contrast in accessibility could not be more striking.
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The Demographics Favor Harris
Curious about the demographics, I asked ChatGPT to tell me about the trend. Specifically, I asked about the number of older people who died since Nov. 2020 (the last time Trump stood for election), and how many younger people have attained voting age in the same time period.
From ChatGPT:
"Older Americans (65 and older):
In response to my next question, ChatGPT said:
"The demographic shift could be favorable to Kamala Harris. Younger voters, who tend to lean more Democratic and have shown stronger support for candidates like Harris, are becoming a larger portion of the electorate as more people turn 18. Simultaneously, older voters, who tend to lean more Republican, are decreasing in number due to mortality. This shift in voter demographics could potentially benefit Harris in an election, particularly if these trends continue and if her campaign successfully mobilizes younger voters."
While it remains the case that older people turn out to vote at rates higher than younger people, the older voters are rapidly dying off. And since Harris hundreds of thousands of newly enrolled and highly energized volunteers on the ground, many of whom are busy registering new people to vote for the first time, the demographic advantage goes to Harris.
Curious about the demographics, I asked ChatGPT to tell me about the trend. Specifically, I asked about the number of older people who died since Nov. 2020 (the last time Trump stood for election), and how many younger people have attained voting age in the same time period.
From ChatGPT:
"Older Americans (65 and older):
- "As of the latest data, about 3 million people die annually in the U.S., with a significant portion being older adults (65+). From November 2020 to August 2024, approximately 10-12 million older Americans may have died.
- "About 4 million people turn 18 each year in the U.S. Over the same period, approximately 14-16 million Americans have reached the age of 18.
In response to my next question, ChatGPT said:
"The demographic shift could be favorable to Kamala Harris. Younger voters, who tend to lean more Democratic and have shown stronger support for candidates like Harris, are becoming a larger portion of the electorate as more people turn 18. Simultaneously, older voters, who tend to lean more Republican, are decreasing in number due to mortality. This shift in voter demographics could potentially benefit Harris in an election, particularly if these trends continue and if her campaign successfully mobilizes younger voters."
While it remains the case that older people turn out to vote at rates higher than younger people, the older voters are rapidly dying off. And since Harris hundreds of thousands of newly enrolled and highly energized volunteers on the ground, many of whom are busy registering new people to vote for the first time, the demographic advantage goes to Harris.
