Welcome to the latest edition of Voice of Reason where we’ll recap exclusive news and data featured in our most recent podcast.
This segment focused on the craziest month in recent political memory – an attempt on Trump's life, Biden steps down, Kamala Harris ascends, and PA's own Gov. Josh Shapiro is being scouted for VP.
Election predictors, pollsters, and experts joined us to share their views and insights you want to know.
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Top Election Predictor Dr. Allan Lichtman contended that "a lot would have to go wrong" for Democrats to lose the presidency in 2024, and laid out the factors favoring a Kamala Harris victory in November. [Watch]
Franklin & Marshall Pollster Berwood Yost explained why Kamala Harris doesn't actually need Pennsylvania to win the presidency as previously thought, and that her path to electoral victory could look different than that of Joe Biden. [Watch]
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Elections
- As of July 2024, support for Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is evenly divided in Pennsylvania, with Harris narrowly leading Trump 47% to 46%. [PA Pulse Poll]
Voter Sentiment
- Of PA voters surveyed, 60% had a negative view of the state economy, while 36% had a positive view. [Common Ground Poll]
Policy
- 79% of Democrats and 71% of Republicans, nearly 75% of all registered voters, believe that Gov. Josh Shapiro should play a more active role in brokering a bipartisan budget. [Common Ground Poll]
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Election Sage Reveals His "13 Keys" Method for Accurate Predictions
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Dr. Allan Lichtman correctly predicted a Trump win in 2016, now he's weighing in on 2024.
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Voices of Reason podcast has covered the most important issues in Pennsylvania politics – from education funding to trust in elections. Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity, and House Appropriations Chairman Jordan Harris are just a few of many influential guests who have joined us for exclusive interviews and roundtable discussions.
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