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The Election Outcome Could Hinge on an October Surprise
What potential October surprises could sway the 2024 presidential election? From last-minute debates to geopolitical shifts, see what may impact the final results.
September 10 Harris-Trump Debate Could Define Election’s Outcome
Kamala Harris has a major opportunity to establish herself as a credible presidential candidate in the September 10 debate against Donald Trump. Learn the essential strategies her team should focus on, from appearance to attack lines, to ensure a strong performance.
The 2024 Election Campaign Is One for The Books
The 2024 election campaign makes for an intriguing political fiction story. With all the elements of a best-selling thriller, it's a tale that's one for the books.
Trump Suggests Violence If He Loses. Believe Him
Donald Trump's potential refusal to concede an election loss and his hints at violence should be taken seriously. This article delves into the historical and current political context, highlighting the importance of addressing these threats.
Want Biden to Withdraw? Speak Up Loudly. And Now.
Millions must voice their concerns about Joe Biden's fitness for presidency. Age isn’t the issue, but performance is. Learn what can be done to change the top of the Democratic ticket.
Biden's Infrastructure and Jobs Act Likely to Spark Economic Boom
Explore how Biden's Infrastructure and Jobs Act mirrors Eisenhower’s 1956 Highway Act, likely leading to an economic boom and transformative impacts on America.
Political Polls Got You Down? This Might Make You Feel Better
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No One Can ‘Ban’ Abortion. But They Can Make It Unsafe
History and debate of abortion laws reveal that abortion bans fail to stop the practice but jeopardize safety and access. Essential reading on abortion rights.
Republicans Are The Real Budget-Busters. Pass It On.
Exploring fiscal policies, this article reveals how Republicans are the real budget-busters, overturning myths with facts on U.S. government spending.
Mental Health Professionals Say Trump Has Dementia
Dr. John Gartner and many other mental health professionals make strong claims to support their belief that Donald Trump's mental condition is deteriorating.
Strong Women In Politics Still Face Strong Pushback
Joe Rothstein's take on the double standard in Washington that favors men and unfairly scrutinizes female leaders making them a target for image distortion.
Trump and the Art of Stiffing People Who Trust You
Trump's controversial views on debt, his business history, and the looming half-billion-dollar debts. Someone always pays the consequences, and it's not Trump.
Iconic TV Political Ads and Their Influence on Elections
Iconic TV Political Ads starting with "I Like Ike" and ending with an ad written by Joe Rothstein opposing Robert Bork’s confirmation to the Supreme Court.
Wealth Tax Gains Backing by the Mega-Rich
The surprising truth revealed in a recent Survation poll shows overwhelming support by the mega-rich for a wealth tax.
Can a $10 Billion Wealth Cap Foster Economic Equity?
Should the United States have a wealth cap or wealth tax? In this post, Joe Rothstein explores the options addressing economic equity and oligarchic power.
Should Congress Meet Outside of Washington DC?
Learn what author Joe Rothstein has to say about this unconventional approach to Congress meeting outside of Washington and the possible benefits to Americans
November 6 vs November 7: An Enlightening Tale of Two Polls
Discover the pitfalls of early media polls and their impact on election projections. Learn why caution and context are crucial in pre-election surveys.
Here’s What’s Really Crazy About Congress: It Takes So Few Votes to Get There
Over the past decade 80 to 85% of eligible voters have not participated in the elections that are key to who serves in Congress. Members are winning tickets to national power with fly spec percentages of constituent support. That’s the bad news. The good news is that fixes are doable without a constitutional amendment, or judicial decisions, or mostly without even legislative action.
Humanity Threatened With Extinction. (See story in business section page 32)
Is humanity headed for a bleak future? Find out how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are influencing the fate of our species with insights from Joe Rothstein.
We’re Awash In Political News, and That’s A Problem
From author Joe Rothstein - Find out why overdosing on political news is a huge problem. Explore how the media gives blanket coverage to presidential candidates as if we’re on the eve of an election – even though we're not.