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What Are The Stakes? Assessing the 2024 Electoral Campaign.

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  If you believe the polls, the Harris/Walz ticket is poised to take the White House this November 5. Here’s the thing: even that victory won’t be enough to make the changes this country desperately needs to have made. The United States is not a monarchy. We elect presidents, not kings or dictators.   Can a Harris presidency bring about real change with Congress in its current state? Maybe—but sweeping reforms won’t happen unless members of a cooperative Congress reach a majority of both the House and the Senate to weigh in on how the president runs the country. The point I’m trying to make is simple: Your vote for your Senate or House of Representatives seat is just as crucial as your vote for president.   Wondering what’s at stake? Let’s talk about judges.   According to uscourts.gov, “Article III of the Constitution governs the appointment, tenure, and payment of Supreme Court justices and federal circuit and district judges.” These “Article III judges” are nominated by th
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Voter Suppression in the United States, A Short Primer

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  At this point we all (at least 67 million of us, according to CBS news) watched the Presidential Debate between Kamala Harris and number 45. It would be tempting then to declare Kamala Harris the victor and cast our ballots trusting that our vote will be counted responsibly, allowing Mrs. Harris to step up to the podium and begin her term as the new President of the United States. A peaceful transition of power would then ensue – just like it did on January 6, 2021 – you remember how that went don’t you, dear reader. Then we could all heal our wounds and carry on the business at hand. I won’t take tong explaining the way things work in this country or have been for a while lately since the country divided itself into a two-party system, both bankrolled by rather wealthy actors, allowing questionable decisions emanating from the Supreme Court allowing those wealthy actors to control the way the game is played. Besides the legalization of wholesale bribery at almost all levels of
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The Real Impact of Project 2025 on Ordinary People

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Hi there! I want to talk to you about something that might not seem urgent right now but could dramatically affect your life and the lives of millions of ordinary people across this country—Project 2025. You might not have heard much about it, but it’s a political plan being pushed by powerful groups with a clear agenda. And trust me, that agenda doesn’t prioritize you, your family, or your future. At first glance, Project 2025 might sound like just another political plan, something that’s happening far away in Washington, D.C. But if it goes into effect, it could reach right into our communities, changing the way we live, work, and learn. And not in a good way. Let’s break it down. Healthcare Imagine you or someone you love gets sick. Right now, you might rely on affordable healthcare options through government programs like Medicaid. Medicaid is the stop-gap program that an estimated 90 million Americans rely on for their day-to-day healthcare, including 38 million mino
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Project 2025: What It Means for Minorities and Women in America

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  As we approach another critical election, it's important to understand the potential impact of proposed policies on our lives, especially those affecting minorities and women. Project 2025, a conservative policy agenda supported by various political groups, aims to reshape the American government and its societal role. While some may argue that these changes are necessary to restore traditional values, the reality is that these policies could severely undermine the rights and opportunities of minorities and women in America. Threats to Civil Rights and Equality One of the most concerning aspects of Project 2025 is its approach to civil rights. The agenda suggests rolling back protections that have been put in place to ensure equal treatment for all Americans, regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation. For example, Project 2025 proposes weakening or eliminating policies that promote diversity in schools and workplaces. This could result in fewer opportunities for minor
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Watch Out! Here Come the Election Manipulators!

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  You read the headline! That’s great! Let’s cut to the chase, shall we? There are several people who are charged with the job of verifying the outcomes of elections that cling to the mistaken notion that President #45 won the 2020 Presidential election, despite all contentions to the contrary. These folks are termed, “election deniers”. According to an op-ed in the Erie Times-News cited the USA TODAY Network focusing “…on seven key states that sent false electors saying Trump won the 2020 election – Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. “In these seven states, a candidate is included as an election denier if they: “Were one of the 147 members of Congress who voted against certifying the election results or said they would have if they were in office. Have publicly said the 2020 election was “rigged,” “stolen,” marred by voter fraud or otherwise illegitimate — and have not recanted their false claim. Or still publicly question the res
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Project 2025: A Chilling Vision for Women's Healthcare in America

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  The recent Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization has sent shockwaves through the nation, jeopardizing access to safe and legal abortion for millions of women. However, the implications of this ruling extend far beyond abortion rights, with Project 2025 acting as a roadmap for further restricting women's healthcare access. Here's how Project 2025 would affect medically vulnerable, disproportionately impacting women. Planned Parenthood Under Fire: Project 2025 proposes defunding Planned Parenthood, a crucial safety net for millions. Planned Parenthood provides a wide range of essential services, including contraception, cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, and prenatal care. Defunding it would leave a gaping hole in healthcare access, particularly for low-income women and those living in rural areas. Consequences for Maternal Health: The lack of access to Planned Parenthood services would have dire consequences for maternal
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POWERGRAB: What Project 2025 would do to America and why we should care.

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  What would life in America be like during a presidential administration run by the guidelines of Project 2025? The Columbus Dispatch said, “Project 2025 is a plan created by The Heritage Foundation to usher in the country's next conservative president, but whether or not that includes Trump is uncertain.” (Perry, 2024). Project 2025, spearheaded by the Heritage Foundation, outlines a comprehensive set of guidelines and policy proposals for a possible upcoming conservative presidential administration. If implemented, life in America under these guidelines would experience significant shifts in several key areas, including government structure, economic policy, social programs, and regulatory approaches. It would personally impact the lives of several million Americans! Government Structure and Power Dynamics Executive Power and Bureaucracy: Project 2025 emphasizes a strong executive branch, advocating for the consolidation of executive power under the President. This a
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