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Harris struggles to provide clear answers on economy, taxes, and unions in MSNBC interview
National, The Federalist

Harris struggles to provide clear answers on economy, taxes, and unions in MSNBC interview

By Brianna Lyman | The Federalist Ruhle did concede that Harris couldn’t “give a clear and direct answer.” For perhaps the first time, MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle was the smartest person in the room during her Wednesday interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The interview went about as well as you could expect between a candidate who has dodged press questions and a “journalist” who justified Harris’ lack of availability to the American public because “she’s running against Trump.” Ruhle did concede that Harris couldn’t “give a clear and direct answer,” though couched that by saying it was “okay because we’re not talking about clear and direct issues.” READ THE FULL STORY AT THE FEDERALIST
Von Spakovsky: Get ready for another mail-in ballot fiasco
Commentary, National, The Daily Signal

Von Spakovsky: Get ready for another mail-in ballot fiasco

By Hans Von Spakovsky, commentary | Daily Signal Many states are sending out mail-in ballots now for the Nov. 5 presidential election. Yet at the same time that so many more voters are depending on the mail to cast their ballots, the two leading national organizations of election officials wrote the U.S. Postal Service to demand immediate action to avoid confusion and chaos with mail-in ballots. “We implore you to take immediate and tangible corrective action to address the ongoing performance issues with USPS election mail service,” wrote the National Association of State Election Directors and the National Association of Secretaries of State. “Failure to do so will risk limiting voter participation and trust in the election process.”  READ THE FULL S...
Harris co-chair: she’s ‘going to keep a lot of the same policies’ from Biden
Breitbart, National

Harris co-chair: she’s ‘going to keep a lot of the same policies’ from Biden

By Ian Hanchett | Breitbart On Tuesday’s broadcast of CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Harris-Walz Co-Chair Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) responded to a question on if people should know more details about the economic agenda of 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris by stating that she has given “a broad vision” on her priorities and some policies, and is “going to keep a lot of the same policies and agendas” from President Joe Biden. Co-host Andrew Ross Sorkin asked, “Do you think that the American public, voters, many of whom, by the way, have the opportunity to vote right now…deserve to know specific details about her economic plan? Should you know what your tax rate is going to be or at least what she believes your tax rate should be before you go to the polls? Should...
Harris calls for eliminating filibuster to pass ‘Roe’ abortion bill into federal law
Fox News, National

Harris calls for eliminating filibuster to pass ‘Roe’ abortion bill into federal law

By Jamie Joseph  | Fox News Vice President Kamala Harris said she backs eliminating the 60-vote filibuster requirement in order to reinstate Roe v. Wade, which would federalize abortion access nationwide, during a Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) interview Tuesday.  The filibuster is a Senate rule that allows a minority to block legislation pending a supermajority vote, so ending it would make it easier to pass laws related to abortion rights. "I think we should eliminate the filibuster for Roe," Harris said on the "Wisconsin Today" show. "And get us to the point where 51 votes would be what we need to actually put back in law the protections for reproductive freedom and for the ability of every person and every woman to make decisions about their own body and...
In 3rd District, Club 20 debate unveiled sharp contrast between candidates Hurd, Frisch
Rocky Mountain Voice, State

In 3rd District, Club 20 debate unveiled sharp contrast between candidates Hurd, Frisch

By Lindy J. Browning | Contributor, Rocky Mountain Voice While both candidates have successfully identified issues that are top of mind for voters in the U.S. House District 3 race -- primarily the economy, border, health care, public lands, agriculture and water issues -- a Club 20 debate last week on the Western Slope showcased a sharp contrast in both candidates' specific policy solutions and demeanor. In his opening statements, Adam Frisch, the Democratic nominee, told the audience: “I’m here tonight because rural Colorado has been left behind and ignored. Everyone feels forgotten, misunderstood and taken advantage of by Denver and D.C.” “We are tired of the 'Angertainment' that seeps into our lives. It’s destructive to our families and communities. I just don’t have any room ...
Joe Manchin says he won’t endorse Harris over support for eliminating filibuster
Fox Business, National

Joe Manchin says he won’t endorse Harris over support for eliminating filibuster

By Julia Johnson , Kelly Phares , Michael Dane , Daniel Scully  | Fox News Democrat-defector Sen. Joe Manchin, I-W.Va., said he won't endorse Vice President Harris in the presidential election after she revealed her support for doing away with the filibuster to pass abortion laws.  Harris, a former senator herself, told Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) on Tuesday, "I think we should eliminate the filibuster for Roe."  Manchin told Fox News, "I'm not endorsing her," stressing the importance of the legislative threshold.  "I've been very, very, very clear on how strongly I believe that when you go down that slippery path, you don't just do it for one issue," he explained.  READ THE FULL STORY AT FOX NEWS
Majority of suburban women in swing states say Harris lacks ‘viable solutions’ for economy: Poll
National, Washington Examiner

Majority of suburban women in swing states say Harris lacks ‘viable solutions’ for economy: Poll

By Cami Mondeaux | Washington Examiner A majority of suburban women are expressing concerns about Vice President Kamala Harris’s ability to handle the economy, which is becoming one of the top voter concerns of the 2024 election.  About 72% of suburban women say the economy is a top priority for them heading into the election, according to a survey conducted by the Place America First super PAC that was first obtained by the Washington Examiner. Of those, 70% say Harris lacks “viable solutions” for the economy compared to former President Donald Trump.  The survey also shows Trump gaining ground with other key voting demographics, including English-speaking Hispanics and veterans. About 65% of the Hispanic voters surveyed said they were more inclined to vote for Trump, w...
A complete breakdown of the cost of living under Trump-Pence vs. Biden-Harris
Evie, National

A complete breakdown of the cost of living under Trump-Pence vs. Biden-Harris

By Carolyn Ferguson | Evie As the 2024 election looms, the cost of living remains a huge concern for many voters since it hits so close to home. Families across America are grappling with financial strain, and understanding the economic landscape under the Trump administration compared to the Biden/Harris administration is crucial in evaluating how these policies impact our everyday lives. For many Americans, the state of their finances is the most pressing issue when heading to the polls. The rising costs of essentials like food, housing, and gas are not just statistics – they represent the real and daily struggles of countless families trying to make ends meet. A critical question emerges: How have policies under Trump and under Biden and Harris affected the average wallet? And whi...
Have you ever wondered about the process for military and overseas ballots? Here’s how it works in El Paso County
Fox21, State

Have you ever wondered about the process for military and overseas ballots? Here’s how it works in El Paso County

By Dara Korn | Fox 21 News The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office sent over 6,100 General Election ballots to voters under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA), including military members, their dependents, and citizens living abroad. “We ensure every eligible voter is enfranchised, with special accommodations provided for our out-of-state military and citizens living out of the country,” said Clerk Steve Schleiker. “These voters receive ballots in advance of others and have an 8-day extension to return their ballot. Our duty to them and all voters is to guarantee their democratic right to vote is uncompromised by their circumstances.” READ THE FULL STORY AT FOX 21 NEWS
Cañon City to hold meeting Wednesday on three ballot questions related to pool plans
Fox21, Local

Cañon City to hold meeting Wednesday on three ballot questions related to pool plans

By Dara Korn | Fox 21 News On the November ballot, Cañon City voters will decide on three questions about replacing Icabone Pool, which closed in 2023. The city will hold an informational meeting about the new community pool proposal on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 6 p.m. A year-round pool facility concept was developed for the original Icabone Pool site. The site’s history and concept renderings can be viewed here, along with a guide to questions and answers about the project. Three tax questions on the November ballot address the construction and maintenance of a community pool. All must pass for the pool to be built and operated. READ THE FULL STORY AT FOX 21 NEWS