Category: 2022 Midterm Elections

Tulsi Gabbard Decries ‘Insane’ Democratic Leadership at Arizona Rally in Support of Kari Lake

CHANDLER, Ariz.—Former U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard lambasted national Democratic Party leaders on Oct. 18 as “elitists” who no longer represent the party of individual freedom she once served. “They have gone crazy—they have gone insane. There’s no other way to describe it,” said Gabbard, a 2020 Democratic candidate for president who recently left the party, at…


Abortion, Not Inflation or Crime, Is Voters’ Main Concern: Speaker Pelosi

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Oct. 18 downplayed polls showing that issues like inflation and crime are top issues for voters, opining instead that abortion is forefront on voters’ minds. Since President Joe Biden took office, voters across the country have paid higher prices at the grocery store and gas pump amid…


Georgia Candidates Switch Sides in Interpreting the Economy

News Analysis Brian Kemp and Stacey Abrams debated Monday for the only time in their campaign for Georgia governor. They presented starkly contrasting visions not only for the state but of what the state’s situation is now, and each represents a deviation from their party’s general take on things. The two, who ran against each…


The Hispanic Vote (El Voto Hispano): Not Just a ‘Breakfast Taco’

In July, First Lady Jill Biden apologized after being criticized by a Hispanic organization for comparing the Hispanic community to “breakfast tacos.” The 2022 and 2024 elections will see a substantial impact from the Hispanic vote, and this show is devoted to examining that demographic and what values are the most important to them, as it will indelibly shape…


Pennsylvania Doctors Group Calls for Fetterman to Release His Medical Records

In a race that could determine which party controls the U.S. Senate, Democratic nominee and Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman’s health has emerged as the most widely discussed issue. Fetterman suffered a severe stroke days before the May 17 primary and has made limited public appearances. His opponent, Republican nominee Dr. Mehmet Oz, has repeatedly…


Everyday Folk Learn Art of Political Canvassing at Arizona Campaign Rally

PHOENIX, Ariz.—The morning forecast called for rain, and maybe a few doors slammed in his face, but Philip Ouellette of Phoenix was ready for anything. With a handful of campaign literature, an “Lake for Arizona” flashing shirt pin, and an infectious smile, Ouellette felt primed to knock on a few doors and would hope for…


Biden Promises to Prioritize Federal Abortion Bill If Democrats Keep Majorities in Congress

In his latest attempt to rally voters just three weeks ahead of the midterm elections, President Joe Biden promised to push a bill in Congress that would ensure nationwide access to abortion if the Democrats secure a majority in both chambers. Speaking at a Democratic National Committee event on Tuesday, Biden said he’s looking to…


Raffensperger Defends His Record at Georgia Secretary of State Debate

Incumbent Brad Raffensperger defended his embattled tenure as Secretary of State managing Georgia’s contentious elections, as his Democratic challenger Bee Nguyen attacked his efforts on Tuesday in their only scheduled debate. They were joined by Libertarian Ted Metz at the event sponsored by the Atlanta Press Club at the Georgia Public Broadcasting studios. Raffensperger was…


Colorado Looking to Fund Equity and Affordable Housing Programs By Reducing Tax Refunds

In September, the average sales price for a single-family home in Colorado was almost $670,000. That’s a number most first-time home buyers and lower-income families find difficult to swallow. As a result of Colorado’s sky-high housing costs, state legislators have taken measures to increase affordable housing. But Nov. 8 is the first time Colorado voters get to…


Early 2022 Voting Outpaces Normal Midterm Election Numbers, Comparable to 2018: Data

About 2.7 million people have already voted in more than a dozen states that include early voting options, according to data released this week by a university. That figure is on par with the record turnout during the 2018 midterm elections, a professor concluded. Of that figure, 2,353,531 people voted via mail-in ballots, while 337,852 cast their ballots…