The Voters Who Can Make or Break the Election
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Why are Kamala Harris and Donald Trump focusing on occasional voters?
Occasional voters make up over 25% of the electorate and are undecided on whether to vote, not whom to vote for. They lean towards one party but need motivation to vote, making them crucial for closing gaps in the election.
How do the campaigns reach occasional voters?
Campaigns use digital outreach, such as targeted ads on streaming platforms like YouTube, rather than traditional media like cable TV, to reach occasional voters who are more likely to consume news online.
Why is there tension between older and newer Venezuelan immigrants in the U.S.?
The tension stems from a class divide; older Venezuelan immigrants are often affluent professionals who fled authoritarianism, while newer arrivals include poorer migrants fleeing extreme poverty, leading to feelings of resentment and wariness among the established community.
What is Russia suspected of planning regarding U.S.-bound planes?
Russia is suspected of plotting to place incendiary devices on cargo and passenger aircraft bound for the U.S. and Canada, as part of an expanding sabotage campaign against Washington and its allies.
How are U.S. semiconductor companies responding to Washington's directives on China?
U.S. semiconductor companies like Applied Materials and Lam Research are seeking alternatives to components sourced from China to comply with Washington's directives aimed at suppressing China's involvement in sensitive next-generation technology.
- Occasional voters account for over 25% of the voter pool.
- They lean towards one party but are undecided on voting.
- Campaigns use digital outreach and targeted ads to motivate them.
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