Don’t worry about the choice (yet)

Right now, election anxiety is clearly felt, whether at the train station or on the SMS chain. And this is understandable. This race is incredibly close. Latest New York Times/Sienna poll shows a recession and, more importantly, all seven key swing states show the Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump voting within the margin of error.

This election comes just eight years after a man Who committed misogyny? And racism plays a major role Just four years after his campaign defeated our first successful female candidate Trump helped incite the riot On the steps of our Capitol.

But I’m not going crazy (yet). Here’s why.

First of all, those who decide late Breaking for Harris. According to the same New York Times/Sienna poll, “15 percent of voters described themselves as not fully decided, and Ms. Harris leads that group, 42 percent to 32 percent. Two weeks ago, Mr. Trump had a huge advantage among undecided or persuadable voters, 36 percent to 35 percent.” This is consistent with a recent practice Emerson College survey This showed that Harris led this group by double digits.

Second, people are already voting, and even though GOP turnout has increased in some states like nevadaDemocratic voters, especially women, reportedly turn out at higher rates. Given Harris’ gender gap advantage with women, that’s always a good sign. Even among young men, a group that Trump has spent huge amounts of money and effort courting, Harris there is a clue in at least one survey likely young male voters.

Finally, Harris has a long way to go. better ground operation influenced both enthusiasm and participation for the final push. Does this mean he will win the election? I don’t know yet. Nobody does. This ultimately depends on who will have more supporters in the last days.

So yes, it’s okay to be anxious. But as someone who has been through many stressful elections, the only tried-and-true way to channel that energy is to do something that benefits the democratic process, rather than just watching the polls change. Knock on doors in Pennsylvania or volunteer in a nearby swing state. And of course, vote.

Harris’ closing remarks

With less than two weeks until Election Day, the Harris campaign is fixated on its closing message: Kamala Harris will defend our democracy, while Donald Trump is our democracy’s greatest threat.

A seizure bomb interviews series with john kellyHarris, Trump’s longest-serving chief of staff and retired Marine Corps general, makes a strong case for this contrast. He ventured into new rhetorical territory at this week’s CNN town hall. stating clearly Trump “is a fascist”

Kelly did not hold back in her on-the-record interview with The New York Times, warning that Trump fits the definition of a fascist and even claiming: Trump praised Adolf Hitler as a leader who “did some good things” during his presidency. While other former White House officials have voiced similar concerns about their former boss’s leadership, Kelly’s comments carry significant weight given his close working relationship with Trump. His warnings underscore the Harris campaign’s claim that there will be no one left to restrain Trump from his most dangerous impulses in a second term.

The message is also a sign that the Harris campaign isn’t just focused on galvanizing the Democratic base. Particularly targets moderate Republicans and undecided voters those who are oriented former Governor nikki haley. inside latest survey Harris had a 14-point lead among Haley voters on the question of who had “the character to be President.” Additionally, 57 percent of voters described Trump as too undecided to serve another term.

As the campaign enters its final stretch, Harris is confident her message, rooted in defending democracy, will resonate in key states.

Q&A with Jordan Klepper

We are excited to host you this Sunday Jordan Klepper to the show to discuss it. new special: “The Daily Show Presents: Jordan Klepper Fingers The Pulse: Rally Together” will premiere immediately after “The Daily Show” on Monday, October 28 at 11:30 p.m.

Klepper became known for interviews he gave at Trump rallies and other political events over the past eight years. At this special event, he will be joined by friends and experts from across the swing states to gain an in-depth understanding of the dedication of the MAGA faithful.

What do you hear most often from Trump supporters about why Trump is their man?

The standard answer is the economy, toughness on crime, and immigration, but the real answer is that it’s Donald Trump. They love it as a symbol. Above Rambo are the flags of his head lined up side by side. There are more stickers of her face on their bumpers than there are portraits of her children on the mantle. For the diehards I spoke to, this is not a new love affair or a political calculation. This is an identity. And this is difficult to change. If you’ve spent the last eight years wearing MAGA hats to the grocery store to annoy your neighbors and blocked your family members in Facebook chats, it’s hard to undo that this year’s Thanksgiving. You’re Trump’s man or girl. This is you now.

Do you come across rallygoers who are shocked by what they hear at Trump’s rallies?

No! Good luck America!

One race we’re watching: North Carolina state Senate District 37

Kate Barr not your typical Democratic candidate. She’s running for North Carolina’s 37th District State Senate seat with the slogan “Kate Barr can’t win.” On paper, he is running against the Republican incumbent Senator. Vickie Sawyer. His real goal? Raising awareness about gerrymandering.