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ALEXANDER MEYERS MAR. 4, 8:49pm DEMOCRATIC MASSACHUSETTS PROJECTION MASSACHUSETTS DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 92 DELEGATES Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 41% [44 delegates] Rachel Cook . . . 37% [34 delegates] Patrick Ridgeway . . . 15% [14 delegates] Wayne Applegate . . . 7% REPUBLICANS DELEGATE COUNT Michael Goreski - 120 Delegates Leah Ross - 101 Delegates FW Kellner - 57 Delegates DEMOCRATS DELEGATE COUNT Justin Casanova-Davis - 177 Delegates Patrick Ridgeway - 172 delegates Rachel Cook - 101 Delegates Wayne Applegate - 41 Delegates

ELLA LANDRY MAR. 4, 8:04pm GEORGIA, TENNESSEE, MASSACHUSETTS PROJECTIONS GEORGIA DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 108 DELEGATES Patrick Ridgeway . . . 45% [59 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 33% [35 delegates] Rachel Cook . . . 13% [14 delegates] Wayne Applegate . . . 9% TENNESSEE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 63 DELEGATES Patrick Ridgeway . . . 35% [27 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 33% [21 delegates] Rachel Cook . . . 24% [15 delegates] Wayne Applegate . . . 8% TENNESSEE REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 58 DELEGATES Michael Goreski . . . 47% [27 delegates] Leah Ross . . . 43% [25 delegates] FW Kellner . . . 10% [6 delegates] MASSACHUSETTS REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 40 DELEGATES Michael Goreski . . . 53% [21 delegates] Leah Ross . . . 27% [11 delegates] FW Kellner . . . 20% [8 delegates] REPUBLICANS DELEGATE COUNT Michael Goreski - 120 Delegates Leah Ross - 101 Delegates FW Kellner - 57 Delegates DEMOCRATS DELEGATE COUNT Patrick Ridgeway - 158 delegates Justin Casanova-Davis - 133 Delegates Rachel Cook - 67 Delegates Wayne Applegate - 41 Delegates

ALEXANDER MEYERS MAR. 4, 8:24pm ALABAMA, OKLAHOMA, MAINE PROJECTIONS ALABAMA DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 52 DELEGATES Patrick Ridgeway . . . 46% [28 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 37% [19 delegates] Rachel Cook . . . 10% [9 delegates] Wayne Applegate . . . 7% ALABAMA REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 49 DELEGATES Leah Ross . . . 49% [27 delegates] Michael Goreski . . . 45% [22 delegates] FW Kellner . . . 6% MAINE REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 20 DELEGATES FW Kellner . . . 61% [12 delegates] Leah Ross . . . 22% [4 delegates] Michael Goreski . . . 17% [3 delegates] MAINE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 24 DELEGATES Rachel Cook . . . 38% [11 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 29% [7 delegates] Patrick Ridgeway . . . 25% [6 delegates] Wayne Applegate . . . 8% OKLAHOMA DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 36 DELEGATES Wayne Applegate . . . 36% [13 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 28% [10 delegates] Patrick Ridgeway . . . 25% [9 delegates] Rachel Cook . . . 11% [4 delegates] OKLAHOMA REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 43 DELEGATES Michael Goreski . . . 58% [25 delegates] Leah Ross . . . 30% [13 delegates] FW Kellner . . . 12% [5 delegates] REPUBLICANS DELEGATE COUNT Michael Goreski - 72 Delegates Leah Ross - 65 Delegates FW Kellner - 43 Delegates DEMOCRATS DELEGATE COUNT Justin Casanova-Davis - 77 Delegates Patrick Ridgeway - 72 Delegates Wayne Applegate - 41 Delegates Rachel Cook - 38 Delegates

ELLA LANDRY MAR. 4, 8:04 We've reached the top of the 8 o'clock hour and it's an important hour as polls have closed in 7 states mainly concentrated in the south. The south has been a stronghold in polling for Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) and a competitive slog between Se. Leah Ross (R-FL) and Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO). POLLS CLOSING IN: Alabama, Georgia, Oklahoma, Texas, Maine, Massachusetts, Tennessee OUTSTANDING: VIRGINIA, NORTH CAROLINA

ELLA LANDRY MAR. 4, 7:09pm VERMONT PROJECTION VERMONT DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 16 DELEGATES Wayne Applegate . . . 43% [8 delegates] ✓ Rachel Cook . . . 38% [6 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 13% [2 delegates] Patrick Ridgeway . . . 6% VERMONT REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 17 DELEGATES FW Kellner . . . 47% [8 delegates] ✓ Leah Ross . . . 29% [ 5 delegates] Michael Goreski . . . 24% [4 delegates] REPUBLICANS DELEGATE COUNT FW Kellner - 26 Delegates Michael Goreski - 22 Delegates Leah Ross - 21 Delegates DEMOCRATS DELEGATE COUNT Justin Casanova-Davis - 41 Delegates Patrick Ridgeway - 29 Delegates Wayne Applegate - 28 Delegates Rachel Cook - 14 Delegates

ALEXANDER MEYERS MAR. 4, 6:49pm Polls are closing in Vermont and Virginia and Virginia was contested on both sides. Vermont, however, with one of the smallest delegate shares, was largely set aside by remaining candidates in the race to take home the biggest share of the pie. Virginia is an interesting case. You can find below what the polls told us heading into tonight. February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Virginia JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 24% FW Kellner . . . 24% Michael Goreski . . . 22% Brandon Ewing . . . 13% Corey McKnight . . . 4% February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Virginia JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Patrick Ridgeway . . . 21% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 19% Wayne Applegate . . . 15% Matthew Dyson . . . 12% Rachel Cook . . . 10% William Ellett . . . 6% Tim Adeyemi . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-)

ALERT: POLLS CLOSING SOON IN VERMONT, VIRGINIA

ELLA LANDRY MAR. 4, 9:30PM A Long Campaign Comes to an End: Super Tuesday 2024 As the nation watches with bated breath, the question looms: Who will emerge victorious and clinch the coveted title of presumptive nominee after tonight? Super Tuesday 2024 promises to be a pivotal moment in the race for the highest office in the land, with the results holding the power to reshape political landscapes and redefine the contours of the upcoming presidential battle in November. Join us as we navigate through the twists and turns of what is sure to be a rollercoaster of a night, exploring the dynamics of the races and dissecting the implications for each party. At Election Center, we will have a team of political journalists and trusted pundits analyzing the race and bringing you the latest up-to-date results. On the Republican side, three candidates remain, after Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) and Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) dropped out, endorsing Leah Ross, while Sen. Douglas Butcher (R-MO) suspended his campaign and endorsed FW Kellner. On the Democratic side, four remain, after last minute suspensions from Sen. Matthew Dyson (D-MT) and Sen. William Ellett (D-MA), who endorsed Casanova-Davis. Sen. Tim Adeyemi (D-PA) also suspended his campaign but did not endorse. When do the polls close? 7 p.m. Vermont Primary Virginia Primary 7:30 p.m. North Carolina Primary 8 p.m. Alabama Primary Georgia* Oklahoma Primary Texas Primary Maine Primary Massachusetts Primary Tennessee Primary 8:30 p.m. Arkansas Primary 9 p.m. Colorado Primary Minnesota Primary 10 p.m. Utah Primary 11 p.m. California Primary States to watch? All of them. With proportional voting, delegates will be precious commodities, and the horse race will be determined largely by who places where, as a strong second place in a wide variety of states could open the door to take the lead in the delegate count. Watch for results out of Texas and California specifically as both hold the most delegates on either side. Who's leading? You can check out who's currently ahead in the delegate count leading into tonight right here: REPUBLICANS DELEGATE COUNT Michael Goreski - 18 Delegates FW Kellner - 18 Delegates Leah Ross - 16 Delegates Corey McKnight - 14 Delegates Brandon Ewing - 12 Delegates Douglas Butcher - 10 Delegates DEMOCRATS DELEGATE COUNT Justin Casanova-Davis - 39 Delegates Patrick Ridgeway - 29 Delegates Matthew Dyson - 25 Delegates Wayne Applegate - 20 Delegates Tim Adeyemi - 17 Delegates Rachel Cook - 8 Delegates William Ellett - 6 Delegates

2024 Republican Presidential Primary Polls | Feb., 2024 February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, National JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 25% Michael Goreski . . . 23% FW Kellner . . . 21% Brandon Ewing . . . 12% Corey McKnight . . . 6% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Alabama JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Michael Goreski . . . 26% Leah Ross . . . 24% Brandon Ewing . . . 19% FW Kellner . . . 11% Corey McKnight . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Alaska JANUARY TO FEBRUARY FW Kellner . . . 27% Leah Ross . . . 22% Michael Goreski . . . 16% Corey McKnight . . . 9% Brandon Ewing . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Arkansas JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 25% Michael Goreski . . . 22% Brandon Ewing . . . 17% FW Kellner . . . 10% Corey McKnight . . . 4% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, California JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Michael Goreski . . . 27% Leah Ross . . . 23% FW Kellner . . . 19% Brandon Ewing . . . 9% Corey McKnight . . . 5% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Colorado JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 24% FW Kellner . . . 24% Michael Goreski . . . 20% Corey McKnight . . . 11% Brandon Ewing . . . 5% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Maine JANUARY TO FEBRUARY FW Kellner . . . 30% Leah Ross . . . 23% Michael Goreski . . . 16% Corey McKnight . . . 8% Brandon Ewing . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Massachusetts's JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Michael Goreski . . . 27% Leah Ross . . . 25% FW Kellner . . . 22% Corey McKnight . . . 13% Brandon Ewing . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Minnesota JANUARY TO FEBRUARY FW Kellner . . . 24% Leah Ross . . . 22% Michael Goreski . . . 17% Corey McKnight . . . 11% Brandon Ewing . . . 4% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, North Carolina JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 26% Michael Goreski . . . 25% Brandon Ewing . . . 17% FW Kellner . . . 12% Corey McKnight . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Oklahoma JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Michael Goreski . . . 29% Leah Ross . . . 22% FW Kellner . . . 18% Brandon Ewing . . . 12% Corey McKnight . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Tennessee JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Michael Goreski . . . 26% Leah Ross . . . 26% Brandon Ewing . . . 15% FW Kellner . . . 14% Corey McKnight . . . 7% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Texas JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 22% FW Kellner . . . 20% Brandon Ewing . . . 16% Michael Goreski . . . 14% Corey McKnight . . . 5% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Utah JANUARY TO FEBRUARY FW Kellner . . . 32% Corey McKnight . . . 22% Leah Ross . . . 17% Michael Goreski . . . 11% Brandon Ewing . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Vermont JANUARY TO FEBRUARY FW Kellner . . . 26% Leah Ross . . . 24% Michael Goreski . . . 19% Brandon Ewing . . . 14% Corey McKnight . . . 9% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Republican Primary, Virginia JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Leah Ross . . . 24% FW Kellner . . . 24% Michael Goreski . . . 22% Brandon Ewing . . . 13% Corey McKnight . . . 4% MoE of 4% (+/-)

2024 Democratic Presidential Primary Polls | Feb., 2024 February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, National JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 20% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 19% Rachel Cook . . . 16% Wayne Applegate . . . 12% Matthew Dyson . . . 12% William Ellett . . . 4% Tim Adeyemi . . . 4% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Alabama JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Patrick Ridgeway . . . 27% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 19% Matthew Dyson . . . 13% Wayne Applegate . . . 9% Rachel Cook . . . 6% Tim Adeyemi . . . 3% William Ellett . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Alaska JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Wayne Applegate . . . 25% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 18% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 14% Rachel Cook . . . 13% Matthew Dyson . . . 8% Tim Adeyemi . . . 1% William Ellett . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Arkansas JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 26% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 18% Matthew Dyson . . . 15% Rachel Cook . . . 11% Wayne Applegate . . . 7% Tim Adeyemi . . . 2% William Ellett . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, California JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Rachel Cook . . . 25% Wayne Applegate . . . 17% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 15% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 10% Matthew Dyson . . . 7% Tim Adeyemi . . . 3% William Ellett . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Colorado JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Rachel Cook . . . 21% Matthew Dyson . . . 20% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 17% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 16% Wayne Applegate . . . 11% William Ellett . . . 4% Tim Adeyemi . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Georgia JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Patrick Ridgeway . . . 24% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 19% Matthew Dyson . . . 14% Wayne Applegate . . . 13% Rachel Cook . . . 8% William Ellett . . . 4% Tim Adeyemi . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Maine JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Rachel Cook . . . 21% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 20% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 15% Matthew Dyson . . . 15% Wayne Applegate . . . 11% Tim Adeyemi . . . 3% William Ellett . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Massachusetts JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 22% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 18% Rachel Cook . . . 17% William Ellett . . . 14% Wayne Applegate . . . 11% Matthew Dyson . . . 6% Tim Adeyemi . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Minnesota JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Patrick Ridgeway . . . 26% Wayne Applegate . . . 20% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 16% Matthew Dyson . . . 11% Rachel Cook . . . 9% William Ellett . . . 4% Tim Adeyemi . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, North Carolina JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Patrick Ridgeway . . . 24% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 21% Rachel Cook . . . 18% Wayne Applegate . . . 13% Matthew Dyson . . . 11% William Ellett . . . 4% Tim Adeyemi . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Oklahoma JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Wayne Applegate . . . 22% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 19% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 17% Rachel Cook . . . 16% Matthew Dyson . . . 8% William Ellett . . . 3% Tim Adeyemi . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Tennessee JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 19% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 19% Rachel Cook . . . 17% Wayne Applegate . . . 13% Matthew Dyson . . . 9% William Ellett . . . 4% Tim Adeyemi . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Texas JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 20% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 18% Wayne Applegate . . . 16% Rachel Cook . . . 12% Matthew Dyson . . . 7% William Ellett . . . 3% Tim Adeyemi . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Utah JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Matthew Dyson . . . 24% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 20% Rachel Cook . . . 14% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 12% Wayne Applegate . . . 12% William Ellett . . . 5% Tim Adeyemi . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Vermont JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Wayne Applegate . . . 22% Rachel Cook . . . 20% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 16% Matthew Dyson . . . 13% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 9% William Ellett . . . 5% Tim Adeyemi . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) February, 2024 | President: Democratic Primary, Virginia JANUARY TO FEBRUARY Patrick Ridgeway . . . 21% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 19% Wayne Applegate . . . 15% Matthew Dyson . . . 12% Rachel Cook . . . 10% William Ellett . . . 6% Tim Adeyemi . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-)

State of the Race PRESENTED BY Campaign funding by active candidates . . . DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Wayne Applegate (Mayor, D-NV) raised $33,250,000 from Tom Steyer, Silicon Valley, and grassroots activists. Tim Adeyemi (Sen., D-PA) raised $12,500,000 from grassroots activists. Justin Casanova-Davis (Sen., D-OH) raised $49,950,000 from George Soros, unions, and grassroots activists. Rachel Cook (Actress, D-CA) raised $36,000,000 from Hollywood donors, women's groups, climate interests, and grassroots activists. Matthew Dyson (Senator, D-MT) raised $29,750,000 from Silicon Valley, unions, and grassroots activists. William Ellet (Sen., D-MA) raised $6,000,000 from grassroots activists. Patrick Ridgeway (Gov., D-IL) raised $45,000,000 from construction, Donald Sussman, civil rights groups, and grassroots activists. REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Douglas Butcher (Sen., R-MO) raised $18,250,000 from law enforcement and grass roots activists. Brandon Ewing (Sen, R-TX) raised $23,000,000 from defense industry and grassroots activists. Leah Foster (Sen., R-FL) raised $50,000,000 from Peter Thiel, Steve Wynn, MAGA PAC, business interests and grassroots activists. Michael Goreski (Sen., R-MO) raised $40,500,000 from defense interests and grassroots activists. FW Kellner (Sen., R-OH) raised $44,000,000 from Richard Griffin, oil & gas, and grassroots activists. Corey McKnight (Sen., R-SC) raised $20,000,000 from NRA, Chamber of Commerce, and grassroots activists. On the trail and in the media . . . Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO) picked up a win in Nevada and came in a close second in New Hampshire. Across New Hampshire and Nevada, Goreski railed against the establishment, and focused on how he intends to 'get back' at them. Goreski's "Take America Back" slogan has resonated well with pundits and the media has spent time recognizing the visceral reaction it brings. "I think Michael Goreski, more than anyone right now, is tapping into the anger people are feeling across the country about Joe Biden, losing Donald Trump, and there's a sense of hopelessness there," GOP pollster Frank Luntz said, "from who I've talked to among Goreski supporters as a key reason they support him, Goreski's messaging gives them hope, and that's important." Goreski had a powerful surrogate in Donald Trump Jr. who has grown in popularity among Republicans since his fathers death. Trump Jr. spent most of his time on the stump parroting Goreski's general messaging about fighting woke-ism and taking America back. Goreski's advertisement in New Hampshire was praised as being strong by MSNBC's Rachel Maddow. "It's powerful messaging," Maddow admitted, "but it's scary because the entire point of his campaign is seemingly vengeance and I'm not sure I've ever seen anything like it." On the trail, Goreski strongly advocated for the return of Trump-era immigration policies. " The illegal migrants who are flooding our cities, flooding our schools, and using up social services that belong to Americans who are here legally? We will deport them," Goreski said, "and then we will finish the wall and reinstate the Remain in Mexico Policy to ensure that they don't come back." Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) was able to squeak out a win in New Hampshire which turned out to be a tight race between her and Michael Goreski. On Election Night, pundits across the spectrum were skeptical of Ross' strategy, as she spent a significant amount of time in a variety of Super Tuesday states. "The old saying is, don't put the cart before the horse, and I feel like Leah Ross and her campaign may have been too confident heading into tonight," Van Jones said on CNN early on. Nonetheless, Ross was able to pick up a win in New Hampshire, with strategists predicting it will likely bring a much needed momentum boost. "I think Ross, tonight, solidified herself as the top possible Trump successor," Newsmax's Eric Boiling argued on air, "this solidified it to me." Ross spent the most amount of money the past few weeks but almost half of that was spending in Super Tuesday states, with a combined $8 million investment into two of the most delegate rich states of Texas and California. Though credited as a liter version of what the mainstream media has branded a MAGA-candidate, Ross' rhetoric on the campaign trail was familiar. "We begin the process of taking back our country from the radical left who seeks to destroy this country, take away your freedom, and indoctrinate your children into believing the nuclear family is dead," she told a crowd in Dallas. Sen. FW Kellner (R-OH) beat out everyone else to pick up the win in Iowa after a strategic campaign of targeting social conservatives and rural voters. Kellner's stump connected with voters in Iowa that were not major supporters of Donald Trump, and even some who were, as exit polls showed. On the stump, Kellner worked to differentiate himself from the field, acknowledging some of the more outlandish moments and proposals. "They are not talking about what it means to rise with the sun or before, every single day, to go out into the fields and to harvest the corn and soybeans and so many other things that feed and yes provide power to America," Kellner acknowledged. Kellner also likely benefitted from the fact that the top two candidates in national polling didn't campaign much, if at all, in Iowa. "I don't think Kellner is benefitting from the circumstances as so many have been saying," CNN's S.E. Cupp told viewers, "I think his message is actually resonating and people like him, they like what he's saying." Yet, the punditry wasn't all good, as others predicted Kellner faces severe limitations on Super Tuesday. "His Midwest charm isn't going to get him far in the south," Newt Gingrich predicted on Fox News, "I think he's going to have a wake up call somewhere like Texas or Tennessee up against three stronger candidates in Brandon Ewing, Leah Ross, and Michael Goreski." Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) had trouble standing out from the pack despite picking up the fourth largest delegate share last night. McKnight's strongest performance came in Nevada where he scored a third place showing. On the campaign trail, however, he came out swinging back at Sen. Leah Ross for her comments referring to him as 'Commie McKnight' on Fox News. McKnight ran a blistering campaign ad against Ross in Arizona, targeting her connections to her families owned businesses in the defense industry. The ad received a lot of coverage due to seemingly ongoing feud between Ross and McKnight. On the stump, McKnight's rhetoric also changed pretty drastically, as his campaign worked to change the perception of voters late, after polls showed McKnight trailing both Ross and Goreski. "Leah Ross and Goreski: one profiting from the business of war, the other promoting an economic agenda that would leave everyday Americans financially battered," McKnight said in Manchester. The predictions where McKnight goes from here were mixed. Republican strategist Josh Connor pointed to his fundraising. "Prior to last night, he was able to pick up big donors," Connor said, "now it looks like they'll go fishing elsewhere." Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) had a few missteps which plagued his campaign including a lack of targeting. Despite spending significant time and resources in Nevada, Ewing came up short, placing fourth. On the stump, his rhetoric was no less inflammatory than before. "-'d ask you if you'd believe that schools and colleges are teaching our children to support a bunch of terrorists who go around beheading babies, but you already know that," Ewing said, "I'm fighting for the soul of America and the soul of the Western World." A few pundits predicted this could be the end of the line for Ewing. "I think Ewing's out, I don't think he has a shot," Steve Bannon, an endorser of Michael Goreski, told his audience. "I like the guy but I just think last night was it," Bannon said. On the other hand, former Speaker Newt Gingrich was more confident, arguing Ewing was "a strong candidate" and that Super Tuesday "offered anyone a chance." Gingrich also pointed out Ewing's home state was up and one of the most delegate rich. Nonetheless, it will certainly be an uphill climb, as Ewing trails in national polling. Sen. Douglas Butcher (R-MO), as pundits predicted, had a strong showing in Iowa as his campaign spent a significant amount of resources on the state. On the stump, Butcher laid out his 'cornerstones for renewal', which included a few jabs thrown Goreski's way. "We now have some in our party who want to wave the Trump flag and place his face on the $100 bill," Butcher said, "then take the playbook of Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and AOC and lay waste to those policies in the name of class warfare." Butcher focused on immigration, faith, and traditional values. On her radio show, Megyn Kelly said Butcher is "a good candidate on paper," but argued his strategy in Iowa was eclipsed by Kellner. "I don't think he connected with rural voters in Iowa as much," Kelly said, "he's polished and maybe too polished for the moment." Currently, Butcher is lagging behind in the polls, as momentum has certainly swayed to the other candidates. His supporters, however, haven't given up hope -- Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R-AR) said Butcher "remains in a strong position," arguing he's "the best candidate in this race if you believe in traditional family values and bringing America back to a place we can all be proud of." Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) won big in South Carolina and was able to sustain his momentum in the state despite Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) heavily targeting his record on issues relating to Black voters in the state. Ridgeway went into the night with a strong chance in South Carolina, picking up the endorsement of Rep. Jim Clyburn (R-SC), and having spent a lot of time there throughout November and December, speaking with Black voters and focusing on civil rights issues and voting rights issues. On the trail, Ridgeway delivered an impressive policy speech touching on the economy in Minnesota. The speech worked to capture the entirety of Ridgeway's economic policies and offer a glimpse into his potential Presidency. "Every citizen who works hard and plays by the rules deserves the dignity of a good paying job, protection from poverty, and long-term financial security for them and their family," Ridgeway said. The pundits credited Ridgeway's win in South Carolina with the fact that Casanova-Davis' attack ad backfired and didn't resonate along with the fact that Ridgeway spent $16 million alone in the Palmetto state. While most acknowledge Ridgeway was in a strong position heading into Super Tuesday, Democratic strategist Henry Warton cautioned that Ridgeway could find himself in a tougher position on Super Tuesday. "Casanova-Davis showed staying power, Rachel Cook's progressive bonafede's simply can't be matched, and Matthew Dyson's stock has risen," Warton said, "if he's not careful, Ridgeway could find himself in a vulnerable position." Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) won a tough race in New Hampshire, narrowly beating out Rachel Cook, and also had strong showings in both South Carolina and Nevada. A week ago, Sen. John Foster (D-AZ) dropped out of the race and endorsed Casanova-Davis, making Foster the first to drop out, and Casanova-Davis the first to score an endorsement from a former candidate. On the campaign trail, Davis sought to target Black voters in South Carolina while simultaneously messaging to working class Democrats in New Hampshire and Nevada, likely Biden voters. Interestingly, though, Davis also performed well in Nevada, a state Bernie Sanders won by a fairly large margin back in 2020. One controversy may have hurt Davis, however, with a strategy of going after the record of Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) both on the stump and in an advertisement. While speaking in South Carolina, Davis said Ridgeway had a "record of mediocrity" calling it "an outright failure." The Davis campaign also ran an advertisement attacking Ridgeway's record on crime and healthcare performance for black women. "I think it was in poor taste, really poor taste," Rev. Al Sharpton said on MSNBC's Morning Joe, "if you look at it out of context, you might think it's a Trump ad in some spots." Despite the controversy, there's no denying that Davis is in a strong spot heading into Super Tuesday, as one of the only candidates to have such strong showings across the board. Las Vegas Mayor Wayne Applegate (D-NV) defied expectations and won his home state handily and with little resistance. Applegate's strong performance in Nevada could be attributed to the fact he far outspent all of his possible challengers and built an unmatched ground game there. On the stump, Applegate's messaging remained consistent, as he vowed to fight against MAGA extremism, and continue to promote his progressive immigration policies. "What I am tired of is watching Democrat after Democrat ignore immigration reform with a 10-inch pole," Applegate said "we've bought into the nonsense spewed by Fox News that Americans are scared of immigration reform and we're better off ceding the issue to these right-wing nuts." A few buzz words pundits have used to describe Applegate: 'energetic,' 'a lightning rod', 'a force to be reckoned with.' On the other hand, some believed Applegate had limitations outside of his home state. "He put all of his cards in Nevada and the pill landed on his number," MSNBC's Joe Scarborough said, "but I think his odds go down significantly after this and I wouldn't bet on the spread." It remains to be seen whether Applegate can further defy expectations by outperforming some of the other candidates in the race to come out with a plurality of delegates at the end of Super Tuesday but supporters remain confident. Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) said Applegate "has shown Nevada and America he has what it takes" to become President. "He can win this whole thing," Rosen said, "and we're proud of him." Actress Rachel Cook (D-FL) finished second in New Hampshire in a tight race but decided against making major investments into either South Carolina or Nevada, where she placed sixth in both instances. Instead, Rachel spent a significant amount of campaign resources on California, a major state in Super Tuesday with 497 delegates up for grabs. All together, Cook spent $16 million in California leading up to Super Tuesday. Most of that went into a television advertisement ran in prime time in California, titled 'One Choice', which focused on the freedom of choice offered to American's in the election, invoking images of the Women's March, women protesting the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, among other emotional images. On her show, MSNBC's Alex Wagner acknowledged the kind of campaign Cook was running "left her with a great shot" at potentially becoming the Democratic nominee after Super Tuesday. "The field remains crowded and Cook continues to perform well in the polling we've seen," Wagner said, "she certainly has a shot to pull out some upsets on Super Tuesday, even outside of California." Strategists warned that Cook's fundraising numbers were not up to par with both Ridgeway and Casanova-Davis and argued that eschewing Super PACs and corporate funding could hurt her. "She doesn't have the same ability to draw in numbers like Bernie Sanders did or even what we saw Elizabeth Warren do," a Democratic strategist noted, "and it could hurt her when it comes to the massive amount of spending that will happen over the next few weeks." Sen. Matthew Dyson (D-MT) exceeded most expectations last night as he was able to pick up a share of delegates in every state, placing third in both South Carolina and Nevada. His performance in these key states seemingly solidified his position as a formidable contender in the race for the Democratic nomination and also sparked a renewed sense of enthusiasm among his supporters. Dyson's success can be attributed to his ability to connect with a diverse range of voters, transcending regional and demographic boundaries. "He's stuck with this message demanding a new generation of leadership," former Congressman John Oliver (D-WA) said, "and it's resonating, people like what he has to say, it's very Buttigieg-esque." His campaign strategy, emphasizing inclusivity and arguing that the future of the Democratic Party rests with newer generations, seems to have struck a chord with voters in recent weeks. As the race now shifts to Super Tuesday and beyond, Sen. Dyson finds himself in a stronger position to potentially build on his momentum, as his fundraising numbers showed renewed excitement for his candidacy. Sen. Tim Adeyemi (D-PA) struggled the last few weeks in the campaign as pundits acknowledged a series of missteps, which included a disorganized campaign staff. Adeyemi decided to campaign in every state up for grabs and was able to get a delegate share in each of them. Nonetheless, unlike Dyson, the expectations for Adeyemi were slightly higher, as his fundraising numbers and significant endorsements showed. "Adeyemi had a very strong start when this race began," CNN's Anderson Cooper agreed, "but his campaign has struggled to gain a lot of traction since late November for one reason or another." Most agree that Adeyemi has struggled with scattered messaging and no coherent theme. Adeyemi's campaign tried to run a television advertisement but didn't list specific locations for it and the advertisement itself was criticized as not doing much to move votes regardless. "He absolutely has an uphill climb in this race," Maggie Hassan, an endorser of Adeyemi, acknowledged, "it's going to be a tough slog with this crowded field, no doubt." Adeyemi ultimately finished fourth in New Hampshire despite a strong early campaign there. Sen. William Ellett (D-MA) surprised many with a third place showing in New Hampshire after he spent a lot of time working voters in the state. Ellett benefitted from the fact that some of the other candidates ignored the state. But Ellett's effort there was strong as well with a few advertisements that seemed to move voters his way. Democratic strategist Jacob Mayer criticized Ellett's ads for "being all over the place," saying Ellett could've potentially performed even better if he had "more focused messaging with a clearer policy plan than what has been offered so far." Ellett finished third place in New Hampshire with initial polling showing him with a whopping 2%. Despite this, though, it might be too little too late for Ellett, as his fundraising efforts have largely collapsed. "Donors are moving to who they believe can win this race," Mayer said, "and I fear that Ellett is simply not in the conversation." The days top headlines . . . Ridgeway Wins South Carolina After Casanova-Davis Onslaught Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) came out with a big win in South Carolina despite a big late onslaught of attacks from Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) who spent time on the campaign trail going after Ridgeway's record on crime and economic issues effecting Black voters. Sen. Casanova-Davis's decision to focus on criticizing Ridgeway's record, particularly in relation to issues crucial to Black voters, injected a new level of intensity into the South Carolina race. However, Ridgeway's ability to weather these attacks and emerge victorious underscores his skillful navigation of the political landscape. Many credited the dichotomy of the advertisements in South Carolina, where Ridgeway effectively deployed Rep. Jim Clyburn, while Davis instead focused heavily on Ridgeway's record on crime. Sources close to Rep. Clyburn said he thought the ad "was an attack on him personally," and argued that Davis "overstepped a line" in the eyes of the powerful South Carolina Congressman. Ross Puts Up Big Fundraising Numbers Heading into Super Tuesday Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) was able to raise big numbers heading into Super Tuesday, eclipsing the rest of the field, with a whopping $50 million in her campaign warchest. This significant financial advantage not only underscores Ross's fundraising prowess but also signals a formidable campaign apparatus ready to compete on a national scale. Michael Goreski (R-MO) has struggled to keep up with Ross and other Republicans in fundraising, with some speculating it is due to his staunch anti-elite rhetoric and pledge to raise taxes on Wall Street and major corporations. The infusion of $50 million provides Sen. Ross with the financial resources needed to execute an expansive campaign strategy. Political strategist Jacob Mayer noted Ross had already put up investments into some of the major states up for grabs on Tuesday. "It shows where the momentum is going, in part," Mayer said, "but money doesn't always equal a win, just look at Donald Trump in 2016." Republicans Target Goreski's Tax Plan The last several weeks of the campaign saw Republicans like Sen. Douglas Butcher (R-MO) and Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) launch attacks on Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO) for his proposed tax plan. Sen. Goreski's tax plan, characterized by its progressive stance, aims to get back at what he's called 'woke corporations' by raising taxes on major corporations and Wall Street. Goreski argues that this fiscal strategy not only ensures a fair distribution of the tax burden but also serves as a necessary measure to fortify Social Security, a program that has faced increasing financial strain. Goreski's plan has faced big blowback, with Grover Norquist calling it "antithetical to every bone in my body." On the trail, Butcher said the plan was "from the playbook of Bernie Sanders and AOC." Several sources note the plan has garnered significant controversy among the GOP donor class as well. However, polls show that American's are on Goreski's side, with a Fox News poll showing 64% of American's agreeing that corporations should pay more in taxes. Who's supporting who? Michael Goreski picked up the endorsements of former Gov. Sarah Palin, Kari Lake, Mike Lindell, and Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick. FW Kellner picked up the endorsements of Sen. Susan Collins, Gov. Mike DeWine, and former Gov. Chris Christie. Leah Ross picked up the endorsements of Gov. Ron DeSantis and Rep. Dan Crenshaw. Patrick Ridgeway picked up the endorsements of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and Gov. John Bel Edwards. Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis picked up the endorsements of Rep. Eric Swalwell, former HUD Secretary Julian Castro, Rep. Joaquin Castro, and Sen. John Fetterman. Wayne Applegate picked up the endorsements of Gov. Jay Inslee, Gov. Gavin Newsom, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. Rachel Cooked picked up the endorsements of Marianne Williamson and Chrissy Tiegen & John Legend. Find a full list of endorsements here, powered by Google Sheets™.

Election Center 2020: The Big Three (LAS VEGAS) -- As the curtain rises on the unfolding drama of the 2024 Republican primary, the spotlight falls on the results of the first three states, where Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO) was able to capture Nevada, Sen. FW Kellner (R-OH) won the state of Iowa, and Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) was able to take New Hampshire. IOWA REPUBLICAN CAUCUS | 40 DELEGATES FW Kellner . . . 28% [13 delegates] Douglas Butcher . . . 24% [10 delegates] Brandon Ewing . . . 19% [8 delegates] Corey McKnight . . . 13% [5 delegates] Leah Ross . . . 11% [4 delegates] Michael Goreski . . . 5% NEW HAMPSHIRE REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 22 DELEGATES Leah Ross . . . 27% [7 delegates] Michael Goreski . . . 25% [6 delegates] FW Kellner . . . 21% [5 delegates] Corey McKnight . . . 17% [4 delegates] Douglas Butcher . . . 9% Brandon Ewing . . . 1% NEVADA REPUBLICAN PRIMARY | 26 DELEGATES Michael Goreski . . . 29% [12 delegates] Leah Ross . . . 21% [5 delegates] Corey McKnight . . . 20% [5 delegates] Brandon Ewing . . . 16% [4 delegates] Douglas Butcher . . . 8% FW Kellner . . . 6% DELEGATE COUNT Michael Goreski - 18 Delegates FW Kellner - 18 Delegates Leah Ross - 16 Delegates Corey McKnight - 14 Delegates Brandon Ewing - 12 Delegates Douglas Butcher - 10 Delegates (NASHUA) -- Democrats came out in force for the 'Big Three', the first three states in the country to vote for who they want to see as the Democratic nominee, and Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) was able to come out with a big win in South Carolina, Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) was able to take New Hampshire, and Las Vegas Mayor Wayne Applegate won his home state of Nevada. SOUTH CAROLINA DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 63 DELEGATES Patrick Ridgeway . . . 29% [29 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 24% [15 delegates] Matthew Dyson . . . 19% [12 delegates] Tim Adeyemi . . . 11% [7 delegates] William Ellett . . . 9% Rachel Cook . . . 6% Wayne Applegate . . . 2% NEW HAMPSHIRE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 33 DELEGATES Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 26% [12 delegates] Rachel Cook . . . 25% [8 delegates] William Ellett . . . 18% [6 delegates] Tim Adeyemi . . . 12% [4 delegates] Matthew Dyson . . . 10% [3 delegates] Patrick Ridgeway . . . 6% Wayne Applegate . . . 3% NEVADA DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY | 48 DELEGATES Wayne Applegate . . . 31% [20 delegates] Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 25% [12 delegates] Matthew Dyson . . . 21% [10 delegates] Tim Adeyemi . . . 12% [6 delegates] William Ellett . . . 6% Rachel Cook . . . 3% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 2% DELEGATE COUNT Justin Casanova-Davis - 39 Delegates Patrick Ridgeway - 29 Delegates Matthew Dyson - 25 Delegates Wayne Applegate - 20 Delegates Tim Adeyemi - 17 Delegates Rachel Cook - 8 Delegates William Ellett - 6 Delegates

2024 Presidential Primary Polls | Dec, 2023 November, 2023 | President: Republican Caucus, Iowa NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 FW Kellner . . . 20% Michael Goreski . . . 17% Douglas Butcher . . . 15% Brandon Ewing . . . 13% Leah Ross . . . 12% Corey McKnight . . . 8% MoE of 4% (+/-) November, 2023 | President: Republican Primary, New Hampshire NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Leah Ross . . . 19% FW Kellner . . . 17% Michael Goreski . . . 16% Corey McKnight . . . 13% Douglas Butcher . . . 10% Brandon Ewing . . . 7% MoE of 4% (+/-) November, 2023 | President: Republican Primary, Nevada NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Michael Goreski . . . 23% Leah Ross . . . 18% Brandon Ewing . . . 14% Corey McKnight . . . 10% FW Kellner . . . 8% Douglas Butcher . . . 5% MoE of 4% (+/-) November, 2023 | President: Democratic Primary, Nevada NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Wayne Applegate . . . 17% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 13% Rachel Cook . . . 10% Matthew Dyson . . . 8% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 7% John Foster . . . 5% Tim Adeyemi . . . 3% William Ellett . . . 1% MoE of 4% (+/-) November, 2023 | President: Democratic Primary, New Hampshire NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Rachel Cook . . . 18% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 16% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 11% Matthew Dyson . . . 9% Tim Adeyemi . . . 6% John Foster . . . 6% Wayne Applegate . . . 5% William Ellett . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-) November, 2023 | President: Democratic Primary, South Carolina NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Patrick Ridgeway . . . 21% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 18% Rachel Cook . . . 15% Wayne Applegate . . . 13% Matthew Dyson . . . 10% Tim Adeyemi . . . 9% John Foster . . . 4% William Ellett . . . 2% MoE of 4% (+/-)

Dec. 24th, 2023 State of the Race PRESENTED BY Campaign funding by active candidates . . . DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Wayne Applegate (Mayor, D-NV) raised $8,550,000 from climate interests, Tom Steyer, and grassroots activists. Tim Adeyemi (Sen., D-PA) raised $7,000,000 from unions, business interests, and grassroots activists. Justin Casanova-Davis (Sen., D-OH) raised $8,000,000 from women's groups, business interests, and grassroots activists. Rachel Cook (Actress, D-CA) raised $9,000,000 from climate interests, unions, women's groups, and grassroots activists. Matthew Dyson (Senator, D-MT) raised $7,750,000,000 from Silicon Valley, big tech, and grassroots activists. William Ellet (Sen., D-MA) raised $3,500,000 from grassroots activists. John Foster (Sen., D-AZ) raised $5,500,000 from teachers unions, Wall Street, and grassroots activists. Patrick Ridgeway (Gov., D-IL) raised $11,000,000 from civil rights groups, Brady Campaign, Donald Sussman, and grassroots activists. REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Douglas Butcher (Sen., R-MO) raised $6,500,000 from pro-life groups, business interests, and grassroots activists. Brandon Ewing (Sen, R-TX) raised $7,000,000 from defense industry and grassroots activists. Leah Ross (Sen., R-FL) raised $12,250,000 from Wall Street, MAGA PAC, and grassroots activists. Michael Goreski (Sen., R-MO) raised $6,000,000 from Israeli interests, law enforcement, and grassroots activists. FW Kellner (Sen., R-OH) raised $10,750,000 from agricultural interests, pro life groups, and grassroots activists. Corey McKnight (Sen., R-SC) raised $8,250,000 from Paul Singer, oil & gas, and grassroots activists. On the trail and in the media . . . SHOTS FROM THE TRAIL FOR THE REPUBLICAN NOMINATION Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) went on the attack during a press blitz, referring to Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) as "Commie McKnight" and slamming Sen. Michael Goreski's plan to raise taxes on the wealthy. During an appearance on Fox News, Ross went after McKnight's record, claiming he wasn't a true conservative. "Commie McKnight talks the talk on conservative values but walks the socialist walk voting in support of Biden's Build Back Better, Green New Deal agenda, undermining the conservative values that he touts," Ross said. On Goreski, Ross didn't pull any punches when talking about his tax plan. "Stagnant wages, high prices, low employment opportunities—Goreski's solution? More taxes. Americans deserve better than Goreski's damaging tax policies. Goreski is bad for your wallet," she quipped. Recent polls show Ross trailing Goreski nationally, while McKnight and Sen. FW Kellner (R-OH) trail Ross by only a few points, and well within the margin of error. Ross spent a significant time touring the states and making stops, trying to get her face in as many local press stops as possible, visiting Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, California and Texas again, parroting many of the same talking points. One notable statement made by Ross is Biden "refusing to do anything about Iran," who Ross blames for arming and financially supporting Hamas. Critics and pundits have called Ross a war hawk who intends to stoke a conflict with Iran, escalating tensions in the Middle Eastern region. Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO) continued to fully embrace the Trump cult of personality, promising to "finish the Donald Trump Memorial Border wall," while also saying America owes Donald Trump an apology for controversy surrounding his border policies. During an appearance on The Dan Bongino Show, Goreski defended Trump's controversial border policies while slamming Joe Biden's. "When Donald Trump ran on tough border security in 2015, people called him a fascist and a racist," Goreski told Bongino, "now, after four years of Joe Biden letting millions of illegal migrants into the country, border security is no longer an extreme position." Goreski promised to deport millions of illegal immigrants, reinstate the 'Remain in Mexico' policy, and expand ICE and border patrols. Goreski doubled down on this theme in Iowa, arguing that Joe Biden's America is one where people feel less safe. "We didn't have a million migrants taking over our schools, hotels, police stations and streets," he told a crowd in Manchester, "we didn't have homeless people camped out on every inch of the sidewalk." Goreski was widely praised for this rhetoric by the likes of Steve Bannon and Stephen Miller, who are in part credited with crafting Donald Trump's border and immigration policies. "The guy is brilliant and he's won my vote," Bannon told his listeners. On the other hand, however, mainstream media and the left were critical of the rhetoric. Jennifer Rubin, a writer for The Washington Post, said Goreski "represented the absolute worst parts of the Trump legacy," and "offered nothing new except the Trump shtick with more boring branding." Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) created controversy everywhere he went again this week, this time by calling for the return of the House Un-American Activities Committee, famous for its association with McCarthyism. Ewing made the argument on the campaign trail, railing against college administrators and 'wokeness.' "It's time to haul the Blame America First crowd on campus out into the open and examine just what our kids are being taught," he exclaimed, "taxpayers fund those colleges; they deserve answers! It's gotten bad enough on colleges, at corporations...you name it. It's gotten bad enough that it's time to bring back HUAC!" This isn't the first time a Republican has proposed something like this -- back in 2016, Newt Gingrich proposed bringing back the HUAC to "defeat radical Islam." Nonetheless, Ewing's calls for the return of the HUAC has brought much more controversy, with the intention to use such a committee to publicly humiliate college administrators and corporations for their alleged 'wokeness.' The idea has gained some traction due to Ewing's calls and there's little doubt he's made a name for himself through a series of controversy. Sen. Douglas Butcher (R-MO) went after Michael Goreski in stops across the first three states up for grabs in the Republican race. In Manchester, Butcher spoke about Goreski's tax plan. "I read the editorial that Michael Goreski wrote attacking business," Butcher said, "he’s trying to sound like Donald Trump, but he sounds more like AOC trying to keep Amazon out of Brooklyn. It’s just very sad." Online, surrogates of Butcher's echoed the same sentiments, saying Goreski was "using the rhetoric of Elizabeth Warren, AOC, and Bernie Sanders to attack the free enterprise system." Surrogates urged Republicans to call Goreski's office and "tell him we don’t need someone pushing the rhetoric of Fauxcohontas," referring to Sen. Elizabeth Warren. Butcher was also able to pick up the endorsement of Gov. Kim Reynolds in Iowa, a major boost for Butcher, who has been trailing far behind other candidates in national polls the past several weeks. Butcher also spoke to Glenn Beck on his radio program about immigration. Butcher promised to bring back "enforcement and deportation" as President, arguing Democrats "won't even utter the words 'illegal immigration.'" Sen. FW Kellner (R-OH) made some waves after coming out in support of a universal healthcare plan based on Swiss and German models. "We need universal health care on the Swiss and German models: private insurance for everyone with automatic enrollment," Kellner said, "[and] we also need to establish 6-weeks paid family and medical leave for hard working Americans like you." In several media appearances, Kellner blamed both parties for Washington being "broken," arguing the current debate around aid to Israel and Ukraine were symbolic of that. "The House Speaker refuses to include any aid for Ukraine; the Senate Majority Leader refuses anything but an omnibus bill," Kellner said, "our "'leaders' prefer to thump their chests and mark their territory than to actually help our allies." Kellner's moderate tone ended when he discussed cultural issues while targeting evangelicals in Iowa. "I will appoint an Attorney General who will put the Department of Justice on the side of Christian business owners whose conscience tells them not to celebrate same-sex weddings or transgenderism," Kellner told an older audience in Council Bluffs. Kellner has spent significant time barnstorming in Iowa and courting endorsements there and this last week was no different. Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) continued to push his economic message in a number of stops in a dash across Super Tuesday states as well as the first three primary states. McKnight visited eight different states in an effort to spread his economic message. McKnight's campaign has spent a lot of time targeting suburban voters and small business owners, promising tax cuts and relief from burdensome regulation. "Small businesses are the backbone of Iowa's economy," McKnight declared "and to combat inflation, I'll champion policies that empower our entrepreneurs." McKnight's message has been drowned out, largely, by other candidates with a more tendentious approach. Pundits have said McKnight is representative of Republican politics that died in 2016. "I'm not sure there's a true lane for someone like Corey McKnight in 2024," GOP pollster Frank Luntz said, "his approach to the campaign has been to largely ignore some of the most hot-button cultural issues that voters really care about right now." Luntz pointed out that Ewing, Goreski, and Ross have been aggressively targeting and appealing to the Trump base while McKnight has targeted more traditional conservatives. "Trump's lead in polling was undeniable prior to his death and it's probably a bad idea to treat it as an afterthought," Luntz said. SHOTS FROM THE TRAIL FOR THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION Las Vegas Mayor Wayne Applegate camped out in Nevada, making three stops across the state in attempt to shore up support after recent polls have found him leading in the state. While speaking to MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan, Applegate criticized Democrats for "playing nice" for too long. "When some of these MAGA candidates embrace every terrible policy under the sun, while tripping over themselves to out-MAGA one another, we should be calling them out," Applegate said. Applegate also made headlines for criticizing the "Washington War Machine," saying that more accountability needs to be provided for all aid given to both Israel and Ukraine. Applegate also criticized Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) and her connections to her families defense contracting company. "We need to call out companies, like the Ross Group, that profit off of warfare, without even beginning to imagine how much more under a Ross Presidency, and we need to audit the Pentagon," he said. Applegate's campaign didn't stray from Nevada, with a campaign staffer telling The New York Times the state "will lead us toward a path of gaining momentum and showing our strength on Super Tuesday." Applegate also received praise from an unorthodox source in podcaster Joe Rogan who said he believed Applegate was "authentic" and "believed what he is saying." Sen. Matthew Dyson (D-MT) spoke about AI technology, climate change, and education while visiting college campuses and making an appearance on The Young Turks this last week. "It's time for a $15 minimum wage, it's time for paid family leave, and it's finally time to expand opportunity for every single young person in America," Dyson told a crowd while visiting the Southern New Hampshire University campus. On The Young Turks, when asked about the growth of AI technology and the future impact it could have on labor, Dyson argued AI technology should be "a tool for empowerment" instead of a "force of displacement." Dyson has worked tirelessly to hit home on his theme of a 'new generation of leadership', being one of the youngest candidates in the race for President, Dyson has argued he's the most qualified to "create a future that we're proud to pass on to the next generation." Dyson and his campaign gritted their teeth after criticism from James Carville, who argued Dyson should drop out of the Presidential race and instead refocus his efforts on the highly competitive Senate race facing Democrats in Montana. "We're assuming Matthew's invitation for Thanksgiving at the Carville's is rescinded then? No worries James, he'll invite you over to Thanksgiving at the White House instead!", Dyson's campaign wrote on X, receiving more than a million impressions and 90,000 likes on the site. Actress Rachel Cook pressed forward with her unapologetic progressive views while making appearances in Nevada and California. Cook talked about her plan to achieve Medicare for All, fighting climate change, and making four-year public colleges free. Cook acknowledged it "sounds expensive," offering a plan to pay for her ambitious agenda. "A progressive estate tax on the very richest few, a financial transaction tax, and a more progressive corporate tax system that takes into account worker-CEO pay disparity can all help," she said. In South Carolina, Cook spoke on economic inequalities, pointing out existing disparities. "Black families own ten cents in wealth for every dollar owned by white families in America," Cook told a large crowd in Charleston, " I am going to fight to end discrimination in housing and banking, support HBCUs with a massive investment to make them free for all while increasing Work-Study Program, student SNAP and Pell Grant funding, and address environmental racism from discriminatory zoning and land-use practices." Cook has been praised by the left for her unapologetic progressivism and focus on climate change. On the other hand, recent reporting from POLITICO reveals some Democrats are uncomfortable with the fact that national polling shows Cook currently leading. On the condition of anonymity, a rank-and-file House Democrat said Cook is "unelectable," arguing she "doesn't represent the views of an average working American." Thus far, Cook has picked up the endorsement of several prominent progressives, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and fellow Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio, who have praised her focus on combatting climate change. Sen. John Foster (D-AZ) didn't shy away from his moderate approach while focusing on the national debt and climate change this week. In New Hampshire, Foster again focused on government spending as a major issue. "Our government's spending must reflect the values of moderation and efficiency, just as every New Hampshire household carefully budgets its expenses," Foster told a crowd in an elementary school gymnasium, arguing the next administration must "chart a course toward balanced budgets, reduced deficits, and a government that lives within its means." Foster worked to assuage concerns that this would mean gutting essential safety net programs, saying it instead would be about "eliminating waste and inefficiencies while safeguarding programs that truly serve the needs of our citizens and allies." During an appearance on CNBC, Foster brought the same tone, saying he we would "promote a conducive climate for businesses" as President with the aim to attract "more domestic and international investments that will further bolster job opportunities for Americans." Foster's approach has been met with praise and skepticism. On Pod Save America, former Obama staffer Jon Lovett said Foster "sounds more like Jeb Bush in 2016 than a Democratic candidate in 2024." On the other hand, fellow co-host Jon Favreau defended Foster, arguing his positions "are likely to resonate with moderate Democrats in New Hampshire and South Carolina who care about the deficit, care about the health of businesses, and simply aren't comfortable with some of these ambitious plans that other Democrats in the race are promoting." Sen. Tim Adeyemi (D-PA) made his case in all three of the early primary states while mainly focusing on boosting labor unions and small businesses. In Columbia, South Carolina, Adeyemi spoke to a group of Black business owners about his strategy to broaden access to capital to the Black community. "We have to adopt programs that specifically support minority-owned small businesses, recognizing the importance of diversity and inclusion in the entrepreneurial ecosystem," Adeyemi told them, "we will implement tax credits and incentives that specifically benefit small businesses, encouraging investment, innovation, and job creation." During an appearance on Fox & Friends, host Steve Doocy pressed Adeyemi, questioning why Democrats haven't been supportive of police officers. Adeyemi responded that he had a plan to support the police and law enforcement unions. "As President, I would advocate for fair wages, benefits, and working conditions for police officers through collective bargaining," Adeyemi said, "and I'd advocate for policies that enhance accountability within police departments, including civilian oversight boards and transparency in investigations." Sen. William Ellett (D-MA) called for economic justice in the way of "redistributing wealth" while in Henderson, Nevada. Ellett told his crowd that his plan would reflect "a commitment to fostering economic justice by redistributing wealth" through progressive taxation and investing in programs that "uplift workers, ensuring they are prepared for the changing job landscape." Ellett has been struggling to gain traction in recent weeks as polls have shown him in last place nationally, as well as in all three early primary states. Democratic strategists have said Ellett has had a problem "finding his voice" and "breaking out the pack", in a race with eight different candidates, many of whom have spent much more time focused on targeting specific base of voters in the primary or made lofty promises. Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) spent time in South Carolina speaking to African American voters as Ridgeway continued his strategy to focus on voting rights and economic woes facing the Black community. Ridgeway made a stop in Richland County, speaking directly to Black voters there. "For the last ten years, Black homeownership has declined by almost 10% and in the last century in states like South Carolina, Black farmers lost $326 billion worth of acreage," Ridgeway told them, "economics is a civil rights issue and anyone coming here to this state who won't talking about restoring your share in the economy isn't worth a pinch of salt." Ridgeway made promises to pass the John Lewis Civil Rights Act and end "racially motivated gerrymandering" as President. Democratic strategists have praised Ridgeway for his laser focus on targeting a specific base of voters in South Carolina specifically, arguing his campaign has "seen the most success" in clearly defining an agenda that "has clicked and resonated" with voters in the state. In addition to that, in the last several weeks, Ridgeway has been able to court prestigious endorsements along with endorsements from several rank-and-file Democrats in the Senate. "There's no doubt that Ridgeway has gained some momentum the last few weeks," Democratic strategist Lis Smith agreed, "it's just a matter of breaking through in a field where a lot of people share the same ideals and some others have been more effective communicators." Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) received the endorsement of The New York Times editorial board this week, as the board called Casanova-Davis "White House ready," writing in supporting his economic agenda and approach to politics. In a fervent campaigning effort across New Hampshire and Nevada, Davis did not mince words when it comes to his opposition to the lingering influence of Donald Trump's policies and the divisive politics that have characterized recent Republican rhetoric. While Trump may not be on the ballot, Senator Davis contends that his legacy persists through the Republican candidates who, he argues, are doubling down on MAGA extremism. Davis has been working to position himself as the candidate who can put the final nail in the coffin of what he calls a "failed ideology", aiming to unite the country in the post-Trump era. Davis also worked to combat the growing narrative from progressives his campaign only represents incremental changes. "I'm running to be your voice, your champion. And you best believe if I am in the White House, I'll take every opportunity to implement real substantive change to better this country for all," he said. Davis came out in support of federal legalization of marijuana while speaking to a crowd in Las Vegas. Despite this, progressives have been critical of Davis, with Secular Talk's Kyle Kulinski calling him "the clearly defined establishment candidate." Recent polls have shown Davis in second place in national polling, trailing behind Rachel Cook by only a few points. What are the pundits saying? Cenk Uygur of The Young Turks continued to attack Justin Casanova-Davis and his campaign, arguing Davis represents the "corporate Democratic establishment." "He says he's not making grand promises he can't deliver," Uygur scoffed, "Democrats haven't been delivering for decades and he's admitting he'll be happy to maintain the status-quo." Uygur said Casanova-Davis represents "everything wrong" with Democrats while urging his audience to vote for a progressive candidate. On his program on X, Tucker Carlson argued that Michael Goreski was "talking about problems people actually care about" and argued his plan to tax the wealthy elite was connecting with Republican voters. Carlson also spent time attacking FW Kellner's plan for 'universal healthcare.' "Rich people are highly progressive now, and you can see why. They love mass immigration -- it brings them servants. They support federally-mandated snobbery, masquerading as environmentalism. Abortion is essentially a sacrament to them, especially when practiced in poor neighborhoods," Carlson said, "Goreski understands average American workers are tired of this." Carlson said Kellner's plan for universal healthcare was "insanely out of touch." "I haven't met a single Republican voter who says 'yes, let's base our systems on those from Europe,'" Carlson said, "he just sounds absurd." During an appearance on MSNBC, former Rep. Liz Cheney called Brandon Ewing a "dangerous radical" and said that American's should be "doing everything possible" in order to keep him out of the White House. "He's been saying that his Presidency will basically be the Donald Trump revenge tour," Cheney told Nicole Wallace, "this is the same kind of dangerous rhetoric that lead us to January 6th and it is the kind of dangerous rhetoric Republicans now have an opportunity to reject; 2024 must be the end of Trumpism." On CNN, Van Jones praised Patrick Ridgeway and his campaign thus far, after he received the endorsement of Rep. Jim Clyburn. "I'm not sure I've seen anyone in this race as strategic and active in caring about the Black vote than Ridgeway," Jones said, "this should be obvious but his campaign gets it and it's showing." During her Monday program on MSNBC, Rachel Maddow credited Justin Casanova-Davis for recognizing the extremism of the MAGA ideology. "Democrats just have to recognize what we are facing," Maddow said, "look at the other side, look closely, and realize what they are talking about is reminiscent of some of the darkest times in American history." In an appearance in New York, former Mayor Michael Bloomberg was asked which Democratic candidate he thought was the best to represent the party. Bloomberg responded "John Foster," quickly saying Foster "isn't an extremist, understands our challenges, and has a realistic plan to tackle them." During an appearance on Fox News, former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard said Actress Rachel Cook is perpetuating "anti-white racism," and "radical wokeness." Gabbard said Cook "is the worst part of the Democrat Party; a Hollywood elite, sipping wine, while lecturing others and virtue signaling about how much she cares about poor, weak, helpless minorities." Popular Twitch streamer Hassan Piker chimed in on the Democratic Presidential primary, saying it "was just wild" that so many Democrats "parrot the same talking points, seemingly out of a handbook." Piker said Justin Casanova-Davis and Patrick Ridgeway, both within the distance of Rachel Cook in recent polls were, "boring and milquetoast." Piker endorsed Rachel Cook for President. "She gets it, which isn't surprising, because she's not trapped in a bubble with Washington Democrats telling her what to say or what she should support to 'not sound extreme,' Piker said. While on CNN, former Rep. Justin Amash said Corey McKnight was "clearly the best candidate" for President, but admitted "probably the least likely to see any support among the radical MAGA base." "It's unfortunate this is what the party has become," Amash said. The days top headlines . . . Leah Ross Calls Corey McKnight a "Commie" in Fox Appearance Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) lit a fire in the Republican Presidential primary race yesterday when she referred to Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) as a "commie" while speaking to Fox News' Sean Hannity in primetime. Ross said that McKnight acts like a conservative but "walks the socialist walk", voting in support of "Biden's Build Back Better, Green New Deal agenda, undermining the conservative values he touts." It is unclear exactly what Ross was talking about specifically, but it's notable McKnight voted against Republican attempts of a "skinny repeal" of Obamacare in 2017 after Donald Trump took office. McKnight also voted in favor of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021 and was joined by 19 other Republican Senators who also voted in favor of it. Fred Michaels, a former Romney campaign official, said Ross "sees a weakness" in McKnight's more moderate record and tone at a time when Republicans "have shut out all dissenters and non-believers or so called RINOs." Justin Casanova-Davis Comes Out in Support of Marijuana Legalization On a stop in Las Vegas, Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis talked about his support for marijuana legalization. Addressing a crowd of supporters at UNLV, the senator emphasized the need for Washington to align with the successes seen at the state level. "At the state level, it has become evidently clear that states that have legalized marijuana have done so responsibly and successfully," Davis said, "we have to get Washington's head out of the sand and get with the program." Davis promised FDA controls and monitoring, similar to what exists for regulation of tobacco and alcohol. Davis and his campaign have been working to bat down criticism from progressives and left wing media that his campaign is representative of the establishment who only want incremental change. "I'm running to be your voice, your champion. And you best believe if I am in the White House, I'll take every opportunity to implement real substantive change to better this country for all," Davis declared. Davis' support for federal legalization made headlines across Nevada, a state with existing laws that regulate and allow the recreational sale of marijuana. Ewing Calls for Return of House Un-American Activities Committee During a slew of stops across Texas, Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) called for the return of the House Un-American Activities Committee. The HUAC, often associated with McCarthyism, was responsible for investigating "disloyal and subversive activities" of private citizens in the United States. During its history, the committee investigated a number of American citizens and corporations, whom they expected might sympathize with Communism. "We've got antisemitism on campus dressed up as wokeness, we've got it in the press, we've got it in Hollywood, and it's the most un-American thing I've seen," Ewing told a cheering crowd in San Antonio. " If those on the Looney Left won't say no, then it's time for us to draw a line in the sand, to drag them in front of Congress to answer tough questions," Ewing said, "bring back the HUAC!" Ewing specifically mentioned targeting college administrators and professors to answer questions before Congress. Ironically, in 1959, President Harry Truman called the HUAC "the most un-American thing in the country today." With the decline of McCarthyism came the decline of the HUAC. The legacy of McCarthyism is well known; thousands were accused of sympathizing with communists and thousands lost their jobs as a result. Hollywood actors were blacklisted while diplomats, physicians, teachers, activists and psychologists also became victims. In the late 1950s, the Supreme Court cut the legs from under McCarthy's crusade in the Senate, curtailing the power of HUAC to punish uncooperative witnesses by finding them in contempt of Congress. Politicians from both sides have sounded the alarm on Ewing's call for Project 2025 and bringing back the HUAC. "Everyday, it seems like one of the Republicans in this race promotes something more totalitarian and extreme in order to get some attention," CNN's Van Jones said, "this is not only outrageous, it is dangerous, and it is pervasive." GOP Primary Centers Around Immigration As the first three primary states draw closer and closer, Republicans on the campaign trail have ramped up their rhetoric centering around border security and immigration. It's easy to see why: 79% of likely Republican primary voters rate immigration as a "very big" problem for the United States. Comparatively, only 37% of Democrats rate it as a very big problem, making the issue salient for Republicans on the campaign trail. "Gangs like MS-13 are barbaric terrorists and need to be treated as such," Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) said in an interview on Newsmax. "We will embark on a mission to end birthright citizenship and issue the largest deportation of illegal aliens this country has ever seen, and we will build the wall," Leah Ross told an excited crowd in Sacramento. "The chaos in our cities today is the result of deliberate choices to not enforce the laws, choices made by deranged woke Democrats," Michael Goreski said in Des Moines. Most, if not all, Republicans have been clear in their intention to make a return to Trump's immigration policies, increasing deportations, finishing the border wall, and fighting against sanctuary cities. While these policies are popular among Republicans, the entire electorate has seen it differently, as polls showed in 2020. By a 43%-33% margin voters said that President Trump’s position on the issue of immigration made them less likely to vote for him for President in 2020 and 66% of voters said they supported a pathway to citizenship. In addition, 64% of voters said they disagreed with Trump's family separation policy on the southern border. "This is an issue that does impact votes and certainly the votes of suburban swing voters," FiveThirtyEight's Nate Silver said, "so it seems more likely for any Republican nominee to leave some of this rhetoric at the door when the general election begins." Joe Rogan Comments on Presidential Race, Praises Wayne Applegate On his most recent podcast, UFC commentator -- and one of the biggest podcasters in the United States -- Joe Rogan decided to comment on the Democratic primary race, where he was critical of Rachel Cook and other Democratic candidates, but praised Las Vegas Mayor Wayne Applegate. "Wayne Applegate just comes off as real, he's not phony, he's not saying the things he says just to say them," Rogan said, "but you see someone like Rachel Cook, who you know spends a lot of time doing wine tastings or thinking about unique ways to groom her dogs or whatever, and you know she's not coming from a place of sincerity." Rogan told his listeners that Applegate reminded him of Bernie Sanders, as both were "authentic, genuine people." Rogan, however, cautioned listeners, and the media, not to follow his advice. "I'm a fucking moron and you probably shouldn't be seeking my advice on who to vote for," Rogan said, "I'm just making an observation here, take from it what you will." Rogan also briefly commented on the Republican primary, calling Michael Goreski "freakish" for his devotion to former President Donald Trump, saying his campaign proposals reminded him of a "North Korean style tribute" to Trump. Clyburn Endorses Ridgeway for President In a significant endorsement within the Democratic Presidential race, Congressman Jim Clyburn (D-SC) has officially announced his support for Governor Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) in the race for the presidency. Clyburn, a highly influential figure known for his pivotal role in South Carolina politics, emphasized Ridgeway's leadership qualities and commitment to progressive values as key factors behind his endorsement. "Governor Patrick Ridgeway has demonstrated unwavering dedication to the principles that matter most to the American people. His leadership in Illinois has showcased a tireless commitment to justice and equality and I am confident that Governor Ridgeway possesses the vision and integrity needed to lead our nation forward," Clyburn said. In 2020, Clyburn was credited with boosting the candidacy of Joe Biden, who won the state of South Carolina, trouncing second place finisher Bernie Sanders. Who's supporting who? Michael Goreski picked up the endorsement of Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) who spoke on Goreski's stance on immigration in Dallas. "We need a President who's going to deliver and keep Texan's safe in 2025 and beyond," Abbott said, "and Senator Goreski will deliver." Brandon Ewing picked up the endorsement of former Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-GA). Gingrich talked about Ewing's controversies on Fox & Friends, where he defended his record and policy proposals. "If we're serious about putting a conservative in the White House, someone of the same ilk as Donald Trump, who really wants to defeat the establishment, then we'll make Senator Ewing our nominee," Gingrich said. Douglas Butcher picked up the endorsement of Gov. Kim Reynolds (R-IA), who praised Butcher's pro-life plan and commitment to a free market economy. "Senator Butcher has been clear about his commitment to the people of Iowa," Reynolds said, "and that's why I've endorsed him for President." FW Kellner picked up the endorsement of former Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-NH), who argued that Kellner's pragmatism was "the cure for the division that currently haunts our country." Ayotte called for the "return of civility in politics," saying that is what Kellner offered. Justin Casanova-Davis picked up the endorsement of The New York Times editorial board who called Davis "White House ready" in their endorsement. "Senator Casanova-Davis represents the best of the United States and has a proven track record of working toward unity," the board wrote, "and that's why he is the best candidate for Democrats in 2024." Matthew Dyson picked up the support of the South Carolina Education Association, praising Dyson's promises to push a $100 billion investment for rural schools and enhancing teacher pay. "We need to provide for an environment where teachers receive the pay and benefits they deserve," their statement read, "and Senator Dyson has promised to make the investments necessary to achieve that." Corey McKnight picked up the endorsement of Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT). Romney praised McKnight for focusing on issues "that effect American's everyday," arguing inflation remains "the top issue on voters minds." Romney was the Republican nominee in 2012. Patrick Ridgeway picked up the endorsement of Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC) who praised Ridgeway's commitment to voting rights and issues of equality. Clyburn also acknowledged he believed Ridgeway to be "the most palatable and electable candidate" currently in the race. Rachel Cook picked up the endorsement of Gloria Bromell Tinubu and Margie Bright Matthews of Georgia and South Carolina, respectively. Both are well known advocates for pro-choice policies and women's issues. Tinubu said Cook "isn't afraid to talk about the tough issues" and praised her "bold, ambitious agenda, to deliver change for the American people." Find a full list of endorsements here, powered by Google Sheets™.

Dennis Millhouse stated November, 2023 in an editorial in the New York Post.: "Under Bidennomics, we have seen an increase in unemployment, failed businesses, and general poverty." In an editorial in the New York Post, U.S. Sen. Dennis Millhouse claimed under the economic policies of President Joe Biden, commonly referred to as "Bidennomics," there has been a surge in unemployment, failed businesses, and an overall increase in poverty. Millhouse made the claim while promoting his own economic policies. Unemployment has gone down under 'Bidennomics' The claim suggests that unemployment has risen under President Biden's economic policies. However, data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) paints a different picture. As of the most recent data available, the unemployment rate has experienced a gradual decline since Biden took office in January 2021. In January 2021, the unemployment rate was 6.3%, and as of the latest data, it has decreased to 3.8% in October 2023. While the initial months of the Biden administration saw fluctuations due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the overall trend has been a decrease in unemployment, contradicting the claim that there has been an increase in unemployment. Failed businesses exist, but so do new ones Assessing the claim regarding failed businesses requires consideration of bankruptcy rates, closures, and overall economic conditions. The pandemic has undoubtedly affected businesses, but attributing these challenges solely to 'Bidennomics' vastly oversimplifies the complex economic landscape, which shows that businesses have both failed and succeeded under Joe Biden's economic policies. Business bankruptcies rose nearly 30 percent from Sept. 2022 to Sept. 2023. However, in the same time period, a near record number of new businesses were formed and registered. Over the first six months of 2023, applications to start a business likely to hire employees outpaced last year’s first half-year amount by more than 7 percent. If the current pace continues, the number of businesses registered is likely to surpass the record amount in 2021. According to data from the U.S. Small Business Administration, there has been a mix of closures and openings, with various sectors experiencing different trends. While some businesses have faced difficulties, others have adapted and thrived. The claim of a uniform increase in failed businesses does not align with statistics representing Joe Biden's entire time in office. Poverty has increased due to a number of factors The U.S. poverty rate saw its largest one-year increase in history. 12.4% of Americans now live in poverty according to new 2022 data from the U.S. census, an increase from 7.4% in 2021. Child poverty also more than doubled last year to 12.4% from 5.2% the year before. In 2021, Congress expanded the Child Tax Credit, raising the maximum amount of the credit from $2,000 per child to $3,600 for young children (up to age 5) and to $3,000 for older children (aged 6-17), providing monthly payments to families. The result was 2.1 million fewer children living in poverty, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Joe Biden asked Congress to extend the amount of time the tax credit was offered. The credit eventually lapsed and, in part, contributed to a new rise in poverty, along with the lapse of enhanced unemployment benefits, SNAP benefits, and the expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit. The other contributing factor to the rise in poverty was the increase of inflation. SPM is based on the cost of essential items like food and housing, which rose sharply last year. In 2021, a family of four was considered poor if their income was $31,453. In 2022 though, that number increased nearly 10% to $34,518, capturing more households under this higher bar. While poverty has indeed increased while Joe Biden is in office, the reasonings are nuanced, and do not paint a clear picture of direct correlation. Volatility of energy prices, backlogs of work orders for goods and service caused by supply chain issues due to COVID-19, and price changes in the auto-related industries are other related reasons, which could be argued are in part caused by Joe Biden's economic policies. Our ruling After a comprehensive analysis of available statistics and evidence, the claim that "Under Bidennomics, we have seen an increase in unemployment, failed businesses, and general poverty" is rated as mostly false. While challenges persist, the unemployment rate has decreased, and attributing difficulties faced by businesses and individuals solely to the economic policies of the Biden administration oversimplifies a multifaceted economic landscape. The rating of mostly false is assigned due to the misrepresentation of trends and the failure to consider the nuanced factors influencing economic outcomes under Joe Biden's economic policies.

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2024 Presidential Primary Polls | Nov, 2023 November, 2023 | President: Democratic Primary, National NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Rachel Cook . . . 17% Justin Casanova-Davis . . . 15% Patrick Ridgeway . . . 14% Tim Adeyemi . . . 12% Wayne Applegate . . . 10% Matthew Dyson . . . 8% John Foster . . . 8% William Ellett . . . 3% MoE of 4% (+/-) SAMPLE OF RECENT POLLS NBC/WSJ: Cook +2 CNN/SSRS: Cook +1 November, 2023 | President: Republican Primary, National NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER, 2023 Michael Goreski . . . 20% Leah Ross . . . 16% Corey McKnight . . . 14% FW Kellner . . . 14% Brandon Ewing . . . 11% Douglas Butcher . . . 7% MoE of 4% (+/-) SAMPLE OF RECENT POLLS Fox News: Goreski +6 CNN/SSRS: Goreski +2

Dec. 8th, 2023 State of the Race PRESENTED BY Campaign funding by active candidates . . . DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Wayne Applegate (Mayor, D-NV) raised $7,350,000 from Silicon Valley, unions, and grassroots activists. Tim Adeyemi (Sen., D-PA) raised $5,000,000 from teachers unions and grassroots activists. Justin Casanova-Davis (Sen., D-OH) raised $11,750,000 from AIPAC, Jewish donors, and grassroots activists. Rachel Cook (Actress, D-CA) raised $7,000,000 from EMILY's List, women's groups, and grassroots activists. Matthew Dyson (Senator, D-MT) raised $2,500,000 from grassroots activists. William Ellet (Sen., D-MA) raised $4,150,000 from construction, real estate, and grassroots activists. John Foster (Sen., D-AZ) raised $8,000,000 from climate interests and grassroots activists. Patrick Ridgeway (Gov., D-IL) raised $9,000,000 from AARP, ACLU, and grassroots activists. REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY Douglas Butcher (Sen., R-MO) raised $6,250,000 from NRA, oil & gas, and grassroots activists. Brandon Ewing (Sen, R-TX) raised $7,250,000 from Miriam Adelson, Vivek Ramaswamy, and grassroots activists. Leah Ross (Sen., R-FL) raised $9,000,000 from Peter Thiel, MAGA PAC, and grassroots activists. Michael Goreski (Sen., R-MO) raised $5,450,000 from law enforcement and grassroots activists. FW Kellner (Sen., R-OH) raised $12,000,000 from oil & gas, the defense industry, grassroots activists, and Israel lobby. Corey McKnight (Sen., R-SC) raised $10,500,000 from AIPAC, Wall Street, grassroots activists and construction PACs. On the trail and in the media . . . Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) continued to spark fires and controversy this past week with an array of television appearances where he used inflammatory and vitriolic rhetoric while promoting his campaign. On NEWSMAX, Ewing once again spoke on the conflict between Israel and Gaza, and his previous comments about doing nothing for the people of Gaza. "If those children were Americans, regardless of race, I'd certainly be fighting to keep them safe," Ewing said, "if the people of Gaza were Americans, I'd be telling the guys in Huntsville and Terre Haute to stock up on needles and nitrogen to deal with Hamas 'cause that'd mean we've got a problem that needs fixing." In the same interview, Ewing promised to execute 'Project 2025', a controversial plan to reshape the executive branch, replacing tens of thousands of federal employees with conservatives. Previous reporting by The Washington Post claimed that immediately invoking the Insurrection Act to deploy the military for domestic law enforcement was also part of the plan, in addition to using the Department of Justice to prosecute political adversaries of Donald Trump and the Republican Party. "I will execute on that project, establish Schedule F on Day One, and get Beltway bureaucrats the hell out of our way once and for all so we can remake America," Ewing said. Ewing also made an appearance in South Carolina where he spoke on antisemitism on college campuses, where he told a small crowd there that "any college which doesn't crack down on antisemitic protests on campus needs to lose eligibility for student loans." Ewing was criticized heavily in the media and talk about Project 2025, its stated goals, and the dangers of such a plan were widely discussed following his comments. Sen. Corey McKnight (R-SC) worked to differentiate himself as the Trump conundrum continues to be a theme in the early stages of the primary. "Everyone’s scrambling to imitate President Trump, but let’s face it- there’s only one Trump, and I’m not here to play copycat," McKnight told ABC's George Stephanopoulos in an interview. "I’m not trying to replace Trump: I’m Corey McKnight, and as President, I’m gearing up for a showdown with the Democrats," he said. McKnight promised to "bulldoze" through "Democrats' red tape" by eliminating regulations on businesses and cutting taxes. McKnight made stops in a slew of states including Iowa, New Hampshire, Texas, and Nevada, where he talked about the necessity of energy independence through an "all of the above strategy," and his economic plan to tackle inflation by reducing spending and cutting taxes. Commentators noted that McKnight was clearly trying to distance himself from the rhetoric of Trump, with his campaign embracing what many in 2023 would call a return to mainstream conservative values. "On one hand, there is an opportunity for a more inclusive and diverse Republican Party that can attract a wider range of voters in a post-Trump era," MSNBC's Steve Kornacki hypothesized with Rachel Maddow "on the other hand, if the party veers too far from Trump's legacy, it risks alienating the very base that propelled him to power." McKnight also publicly met with Sen. Mitt Romney (R-UT) on Capitol Hill, fueling rumors that Romney intends to endorse before the first three primary states. Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO) made waves with his populist push against Wall Street and Big Tech, arguing that Republicans and Trump supporters had been betrayed by large corporations and the very wealthy. "If you believe in traditional values, if you believe that algebra isn't racist, if you believe that we shouldn't make all these concessions to China, then Silicon Valley tech giants, Wall Street banks, and other mega-corporations are your enemies," Goreski said on Meet the Press. Goreski promised he would "use the power of the federal government to put big corporations back in their place" by taxing Wall Street and and hedge funds in order to fix Social Security, "break up big tech monopolies" and "close tax loopholes that make billionaires richer." On Fox & Friends, Goreski was challenged, as host Steve Doocy pondered if Goreski's plans wouldn't hurt businesses and job creation. Goreski responded, saying it wasn't anti-business, and would "make it easier for startups to succeed." Goreski received a lot of media coverage as a result, with pundits agreeing he was taking a populist approach and going further than Trump ever dreamed of. "These Republicans could stomach the trade wars, they could stomach the fact that Donald Trump made a fool of them in 2016, because they knew what was on the other end of the tunnel," Chris Matthews said on MSNBC's Morning Joe, "tax cuts were on the other side, massive tax cuts, and Goreski is promising the opposite of that." Sen. Leah Ross (R-FL) spent significant time barnstorming across the country, hitting seven different states throughout the week, while picking up a number of endorsements along the way. In Waterloo, Iowa, Ross continued to push her 'America First' agenda, arguing against further aid for Ukraine. "They spend and spend billions upon billions of dollars protecting the Ukrainian border while leaving you to fend for yourself while our borders remain unprotected, our citizens unsafe, our schools failing your children, the economy failing throwing you into poverty," Ross told her audience there. Ross' campaign, thus far, has remain focused on the issues of immigration, the economy, and foreign relations with China and in the Middle East. Ross was also able to pick up the endorsement of several more of her colleagues in the Senate, including Sen. Mark Block (R-TX), Sen. Michael Allen (R-SC), and Sen. Rosalind Spencer (R-TN). GOP mega donor Peter Thiel, who previously supported Donald Trump, also bankrolled her campaign this last week, significantly boosting her haul this quarter. On CNN, Anderson Cooper pondered if Ross was "cleverly navigating the party post-Trump, adhering to many of the same talking points he pushed and working to court his voters, while not acting brash and vulgar like Ewing, or sycophantic like Goreski." CNN political analyst Van Jones agreed, saying it made Ross "more attractive to voters and politicians who may have liked Trump's policies and not his style." Sen. FW Kellner continued his focus on Iowa making another appearance in his neighboring state along with Sen. Chuck Grassley while pushing Corey McKnight (R-SC) out of first place among Republican contenders fighting for campaign dollars. Kellner spent time meeting with pro-life groups, speaking to those in the energy sector, and AIPAC, in addition to courting the endorsements of both Iowa Senators. While speaking with Ben Shapiro on his podcast, Kellner made no qualms in that he wasn't a big Trump fan. "I'm not great at performance art," Kellner said, "I'll leave that to others, like Goreski, because I cannot pretend to be a fanboy of the late President Trump today when I was not yesterday." Kellner did work to placate Trump voters, however, saying if they wanted to see his legacy expanded, he was "the man for the job." Kellner promised to push for conservative judges, pushing back on Iran and China, and ending Democrats' "open border" policies. In Iowa, Kellner appealed to evangelicals and rural voters, once again pushing his support for ethanol and biomass fuels, and his staunch pro-life views. Commentators agreed that it seemed as though Kellner, McKnight, and Ross were edging into a lane that was not explicitly anti-Trump, but decidedly ready-to-move-on from Trump. "Kellner and McKnight, more specifically, seem eager to try and push the party out of the 'Trump box', and return to more traditional, mainstream Republican talking points," POLITICO writer John Gaddy wrote, "whether or not this can be a winning strategy in 2024 remains to be seen." Sen. Douglas Butcher (R-MO) was camped out in Iowa pushing his message to rural voters in the state. Butcher made four different stops across Iowa talking specifically to farmers and rural voters about the environment and environmental policies. Butcher railed against Biden's environmental policies and promised changes. "The EPA under a Butcher Administration will be one that will not engage in massive government overreach and an erosion of your rights," he said. Butcher also made a few stops in California, criticizing the policies of Gavin Newsom, along with the state of the cities in California. "The streets of San Francisco are a bold and vibrant tapestry of fecal matter," Butcher said. This caused Gavin Newsom to come out and attack Butcher for being "a transient in California" who came "begging and looking for votes." Butcher made several media appearances as well. On Sean Hannity's program, Butcher called the 'Green New Deal' a "death sentence for American prosperity." Butcher's larger message on the environment hasn't gone unnoticed by commentators and environmental activists, with the Environmental Defense League calling Butcher "one of the most dangerous candidates in the race right now." Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) gained in Nevada, picking up the endorsement of Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and making several stops in the state. In Las Vegas, Davis spoke to a crowd of younger voters, where he promised to push for a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants in his first 100 days as President. "We will fix the family visa backlog, protect our borders and national security, bring millions of hard-working people out of the shadows with an opportunity to become citizens and help grow our economy," he said, to cheers and applause. Davis also made stops in Reno and Charleston, South Carolina, where he touched on education. Davis pledged to work toward universal pre-k, expanding after school lunch and breakfast programs, and enhanced teacher merit pay. "You haven't heard anyone talk about education in this campaign so far because it's an issue that isn't a priority for others," Davis said. MSNBC's Chris Hayes noted that Davis' story and campaign "was representative of something everyone can connect with," noting Davis spent time talking about his grandmother coming from Puerto Rico, coming from a family of immigrants, and working toward becoming a United States Senator. "Casanova-Davis has that kind of charisma that harkens back to the Obama days," Hayes said. Casanova-Davis was also criticized, however, by progressives, for pushing his pro-Israeli views so aggressively. "I feel like JCD, well, simply, he's following the Biden playbook," The Young Turks' Cenk Uygur told his audience, "it's clear he's in this race with the same playbook as Joe Biden in 2020, and would likely be beholden to corporate Democrats who like the current status-quo." Sen. William Ellett (D-MA) made appearances in all three of the first primary states, talking to voters about his plan for education and his plan to forgive $55,000 in student loan debt if he wins. In an appearance on MSNBC's Rachel Maddow, Ellett pledged to fight back against discrimination of members of the LGBTQ+ community. " They have faced great discrimination, and it is time to stop this discrimination and continue to make them feel safer in this country," Ellett told Maddow. Ellett also touched on the lingering effects COVID-19 has had on the country, pushing for more focus on mental health. "Mental health is at an all time low," Ellett said, "and we need to devote more resources for folks, so they know they are not alone in this, and people are there for them." Gov. Patrick Ridgeway (D-IL) continued to push his economic-centered agenda across various media outlets with a major full court press across the radio, podcasts, and cable television. During an appearance on Pod Save America, Ridgeway laid out what his agenda would entail. "Let's build an economic bulwark for families by restoring and expanding the Biden Child Tax Credit to $4,600 and $4,000 per child, bringing down housing and rental costs, guaranteeing childcare, Pre-K, daycare, and paid family and medical leave for all," he said. Jon Favreau, a host on the show, said Ridgeway "was clearly in tune with what many American's care about, the kitchen table issues, and really what Democrats should be focusing on more." Ridgeway also scored the endorsement of Stacey Abrams (D-GA) and Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA), who praised Ridgeway for focusing on voting rights and the civil rights of minorities. In South Carolina, Ridgeway continued to touch more on the topic. "The March did not end at Selma. And giants like the great Jim Clyburn still walk among us, pointing the way forward," Ridgeway said. Pundits noted Ridgeway has become more focused on South Carolina and southern states in the past week, an important note, as the south largely carried Joe Biden's momentum on Super Tuesday, where he routed Bernie Sanders in 2020. "Ridgeway's campaign has a clear strategy and other candidates will need to steer clear from allowing him to fill this lane alone," GOP pollster Frank Luntz tweeted out. Sen. Matthew Dyson (D-MT) has sought to light a spark with young voters but has faced a bit of a tough time pushing out of the crowd to gain significant national attention, even as his seat in the Senate remains one of the most important for Democrats if they wish to keep their majority in the Senate. Dyson continued to focus on his message of electing a new generation of leadership in Washington, clearly hinting at the likes of Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, and others exiting the national stage. ""It's time for a new generation of leadership Joy," Dyson told MSNBC's Joy Reid, "we're seeing the world change around us, and the current old guard on both sides of the aisle? Their heads are spinning," he said, noting that there was "no time to wait" on a new generation to take over. Dyson spent time in Nevada, South Carolina, and New Hampshire, where he talked to voters about unions and organized labor. "It's an honor to stand before the backbone of this great nation – the proud union workers who power our economy every single day. I'm here to champion your cause, because the strength of America lies in the strength of its workers," Dyson told a crowd in Rochester. In a rather harsh criticism, James Carville told MSNBC's Chris Hayes that Dyson "needed to drop out." "The field is crowded and he's in a seat we need to keep," Carville said, "he needs to refocus his efforts now, for the love of God." Dyson also received praise, however, as liberal pundit David Packman believed his message of a "new generation" would resonate with young voters. "We need a new generation and Matt Dyson is the only one really talking about that," Packman said, "I think it'll resonate more than people are giving him credit for." Las Vegas Mayor Wayne (D-NV) Applegate gained more momentum in his home state, picking up the endorsements of Sen. Jacky Rosen, former Governor Steve Sisolak, and labor activist Dolores Huerta. In media appearances, Applegate pushed his experience as Mayor, and the growth of Las Vegas under his leadership. Applegate also reiterated his support for a single-payer healthcare system to provide access to healthcare to everyone. During campaign stops in Las Vegas and Reno, Applegate spoke to Hispanic voters, promising to forge a pathway to citizenship as President, and enforce a "humane border policy." Applegate has been noted by several pundits, including former Obama campaign chief David Plouffe, as "a dark horse candidate with a real shot." Plouffe noted Wayne has "very early on established himself as someone who can easily connect with working class voters and voters across the spectrum." Plouffe noted, however, that Wayne has "an uphill battle," as no Mayor has ever been elected President, and he faces multiple hurdles in "obtaining the same opportunities a Senator or Governor would" both in the media and in campaign organization. Sen. John Foster (D-AZ) barnstormed in South Carolina speaking to African-American voters in the state. In Charleston, Foster pledged to focus his efforts as President on curbing the unemployment gap facing African American's. "We will increase the number of jobs available to African Americans by creating public sector jobs, training and helping place participants in jobs, and subsidizing wages," Foster said. Foster also picked up the endorsement of Ambassador Caroline Kennedy, who made several appearances in her home state for him. Foster, however, was also on the end of criticism similar to Matthew Dyson, from MSNBC's James Carville. "Foster, as well, needs to think about his priorities, and think about the health of the party, and focus on Arizona," Carville said. Nonetheless, Foster was able to put up some strong fundraising efforts, raising $8,000,000 this month so far. Sen. Tim Adeyemi (D-PA) was one of the few to publicly touch on the conflict in Gaza during an appearance on Good Morning America. " We must affirm the United States' unwavering commitment to Israel's security, ensuring the country's ability to defend itself against external threats," Adeyemi told Robin Roberts. Adeyemi has been a strong advocate of supporting both Ukraine and Israel on the trail. In South Carolina and New Hampshire, Adeyemi targeted rural voters, promising $20 billion in investments to improve water quality, rural infrastructure, and healthcare infrastructure. Adeyemi also promised another $25 billion in infrastructure spending to fix roads, highways, and connect more cities and transportation networks. Actress Rachel Cook created some controversy with an appearance on Fox News where she fought back against accusations by those on the network that she was an extremist. "I'm not the extreme one. Most of my positions, on guns, on taxes, on immigration, are positions that were once comfortably within the Republican mainstream too," Cook told Fox & Friends Ainsley Earhardt. When confronted by Earhardt on her religious views, Cook said she does not follow religion, but is a "spiritual person." "I am not anti-religion. I am a spiritual person, and while I don't personally follow a religion, I respect all faiths," Cook said "but these are personal beliefs: the moment we install a religious test for political office, we have announced the end of the great American republic." Pundits and commentators have agreed that Cook has been able to ignite a fire under former supporters of Bernie Sanders in 2016 and 2020 and excite them with some of her rhetoric. "I think it's clear Rachel Cook, despite coming from Hollywood, is the most progressive and forward thinking candidate in the race right now," liberal commentator Krystal Ball said, "and this is the kind of campaign that is actually going to excite voters and make them want to turn out for Democrats, not the milquetoast agendas of Patrick Ridgeway or Justin Casanova-Davis." What are the pundits saying? MSNBC's Joe Scarborough opened his show talking about Ewing's comments on Gaza and the Gazan people. "It's heartless, it's vile, appalling, bigoted, whatever you want to call it," Scarborough said, "but this is exactly the kind of rhetoric, the kind of thoughtless and cynical comments, that the Republicans now should be saying 'enough is enough' to, any decent Republican should be calling him out for this." Scarborough said the GOP can either "move on from the deserved labels of bigotry, vitriol, crudeness" or "continue down the losing path they've been heading down for close to six years now." Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro lambasted Rachel Cook's interview on Fox & Friends. "She's claiming her positions are in line within the Republican mainstream," Ben Shapiro said, "I know she just stepped into politics five minutes ago, but can someone explain to her free money, free healthcare, free college, and environmental radicalism are in no way, shape, or form mainstream conservative positions?" On Pod Save America, former Obama staffers Jon Favreau, Dan Pfeiffer, and Jon Lovett talked about the current state of the Democratic primary. Favreau told the audience that Patrick Ridgeway and Justin Casanova-Davis have been "stand out candidates" thus far in the race, who "can likely connect to Democratic base, at least the base that elevated Joe Biden to the nomination in 2020." Pfeiffer agreed, saying Adeyemi, Ridgeway, Casanova-Davis, and Foster all "carried themselves in a way that can give me a preview into how their general election candidacy would look like." Jon Lovett disagreed, however, saying Rachel Cook and William Ellett "are speaking directly to a base of voters tired of the status-quo, people who want radical change, and they want it fast, they don't want the same talking points they've heard a hundred times from Joe Biden and Kamala Harris." MSNBC's James Carville was critical of both Matthew Dyson (D-MT) and John Foster (D-AZ) for running for President while their seats are arguably the most important for Democrats to retain the Senate in 2024. "I don't think running for President is doing either of them any favors back home," Carville said. Carville bluntly called for Matthew Dyson to drop out and said Foster should consider doing the same "to focus his efforts back home." Fox News' Jesse Watters said Michael Goreski's plan to raise taxes on the rich and corporations was "straight out of the Bernie Sanders playbook." Watters was heavily critical of Goreski, arguing his plan to raise taxes was "lifted from stoners who were sleeping on the ground back in 2011 during Occupy Wall Street." GOP pollster Frank Luntz praised Leah Ross (R-FL) for her approach to the campaign so far. "She's bridging the gap between voters who want what Trump offered and voters who want conservative policies without the insults and the conspiracies," Luntz said. Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley was critical of Republicans on the campaign trail who dismissed Ukraine aid as unnecessary during an appearance on Anderson Cooper 360. "It is in our interests to assist Ukraine and ensure victory in Ukraine," Haley said, "the sooner folks like Leah Ross understand that, the better for our party, and the country." Haley endorsed Corey McKnight earlier this week. A POLITICO article written by George Larson predicted Republicans would revert back to the closest thing to Trump. "Republican voters don't want a Corey McKnight or a FW Kellner," Larson writes, "they want a Brandon Ewing, a Michael Goreski, a Leah Ross, someone in the same ilk of Trump, willing to shake the foundation of Washington and spit in the face of the establishment who they consider to be the 'deep state.'" The days top headlines . . . Ewing Shines Light on Controversial 'Project 2025' On the campaign trail and in media appearances, Sen. Brandon Ewing (R-TX) talked about executing on 'Project 2025.' The project is the brain child of The Heritage Foundation and its President, Kevin Roberts. Its origin comes from 2017, after civil servants refused to support Trump during his attempt to institute a Muslim travel ban. The Washington Post has previously reported that part of the plan includes immediately invoking the Insurrection Act to deploy the military for domestic law enforcement and directing the U.S. Department of Justice to pursue adversaries of Donald Trump and conservatives. "I think every candidate in the race should sign on to Project 2025," Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts said, "it's a sensible plan to make vast changes to the corruption and deep-rooted liberal agenda that exists among currently serving civil servants." The plan is highly controversial and Democrats have panned it as authoritarian and unconstitutional. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) said it was "a blueprint for a far-right nationalist dictator" and called it a "threat to the Republic." Several conservative activists, including Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk, have called it "a litmus test" for anyone running for President. "It's a simple yes or no," Kirk said, "whether or not you're willing to make changes to save the fabric of our country or you're fine with the status-quo of millions of voices being silenced and unelected bureaucrats making decisions for working American's." Justin Casanova-Davis Raises $12mil in December In a big win for his campaign, Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis (D-OH) pulled ahead of the pack for Democrats, raising nearly $12 million in the first week of December. Notably, AIPAC and Israeli-related interests donated a large chunk of it to Davis' Super PAC. Democratic strategist Ally Kessner noted it "shines a light on the dichotomy between the kind of campaign JCD is running against the kind of campaign Rachel Cook is running." Goreski Spooks GOP Mega Donors, Calls for Tax Hikes Sen. Michael Goreski (R-MO) may have spooked GOP mega donors and Wall Street investors with recent comments where he called Wall Street, hedge funds, and mega corporations "enemies" of the American people and said he would raise taxes on corporations and the rich to fix Social Security. Under the condition of anonymity, one major GOP donor said Goreski "lost himself the race" by going after Wall Street banks and major corporations. "He isn't doing himself any favors," GOP strategist Jacob Hart said, "selling tax hikes on businesses to the Republican base is a lot harder than selling a tough-on-China stance or stoking trade fears." John Heilemann, formerly of Showtime's "The Circus", disagreed with that take, and insisted Goreski was "likely speaking the language of Trump voters." "Trump started out with the same talking points in 2016, talking about special interests, and how his opponents were bought and paid for," he said, "the working class Republicans he's trying to reach likely have very little sympathy for Walmart or Google." Do Democrats Go Big or Go Home? It's a question that Democrats have asked themselves since 2016 when Bernie Sanders burst on the national stage in 2016. Bernie Sanders' populist agenda versus Hillary Clinton's Obama-centric economic policies. Obamacare vs. Medicare for All, free college versus raising pell grants, tax credits versus universal basic income. The question was asked again in 2020, when Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren both proposed radical changes to economic policy. But, it's perhaps more important now more than ever; Do Democrats have to go big or go home? Rachel Cook has stepped into the national spotlight very similarly to Bernie Sanders, with her vastly different economic agenda propelling her to gain significant momentum early on in the campaign. It's a dichotomy one can't ignore as mainstream candidates like Gov. Patrick Ridgeway and Sen. Justin Casanova-Davis talk about expanding tax credits or fixing inadequacies in the current system while Cook proposes massive changes like reparations for slavery and universal basic income. Beto O'Rourke, a former Presidential candidate himself, said it was "a silly question." "Democratic voters are realists, they understand that Washington is a very rigid machine, not very open to change," O'Rourke said, "and while I commend these ideas, voters can see through empty promises for a big revolutionary change while Republicans continue to occupy at least 41 seats in the U.S. Senate and 6 seats on the Supreme Court." Who's supporting who? Brandon Ewing picked up the endorsement of Vivek Ramaswamy who told Fox News was "clearly the only candidate in the race willing to actually fight for the American people and finish what Donald Trump started." Former Trump advisor Steve Bannon also endorsed Ewing, saying he was "the only one in the race actually looking to stop the deep state dead in their tracks." Corey McKnight picked up the endorsement of Gov. Nikki Haley (R-SC), who made an appearance in Iowa City for him, saying he offered "a clear vision to clean up Washington and fix our economy by driving down the high prices brought to us by Joe Biden and the far left." Douglas Butcher picked up the endorsement of Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (R-AR) who made a stop for Butcher in Iowa. "Senator Butcher is fighting for traditional values and against the extreme agenda of Democrats," Sanders said, "this no nonsense approach is what we need back in the White House." FW Kellner picked up the endorsement of Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) who wrote an editorial, calling Kellner "a fighter for American's" with "tested experience." Patrick Ridgeway picked up the endorsements of Stacey Abrams (D-GA) and Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA) who praised Ridgeway for his strong focus on fighting back against Republican attempts to gut the civil rights act. "The issue of voting rights is going to be front and center as we move forward and Governor Ridgeway understands that more than anyone," Abrams said in an appearance on The View. Mayor Wayne Applegate picked up the endorsement of Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV), former Gov. Steve Sisolak (D-NV), and activist Dolores Huerta. Justin Casanova-Davis picked up the endorsement of Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) who made media appearances across the state in favor of Davis. "He's fighting for workers, plain and simple," Cortez Masto said. Rachel Cook picked up the endorsements of Leonardo DiCaprio and Lizzy Hale who praised her climate focused agenda. "This is an issue we need to get more proactive on immediately," DiCaprio said, "and Rachel is committed to doing that as President." John Foster picked up the endorsement of Amb. Caroline Kennedy (D-NY) who credited Foster's experience as UN Ambassador and said he would "be a steady hand America needs to lead in what we see are tumultuous times." Find a full list of endorsements here, powered by Google Sheets™.

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The Spin Zone INTRO: The Spin Zone is an area for players to do just what the name says; spin the news and manipulate the media. Press releases, press conferences, town halls and speeches around the country/your state/district are great avenues to connect with your constituents. You can do all that in Constituent Services. These have major effects on your approval rating and your reputation as a politician. These, however, are not the only avenues for spin. To craft a narrative, spin a scandal, or to try and 'move the needle' of public opinion, you enter The Spin Zone. The media plays a huge role in deciding narratives and influencing the opinion of the public. Below, I'll outline a few key areas on how you can control narratives, manipulate members of the media into picking up your talking points, and win over public opinion. You may post four appearances per quarter. 1. TRADITIONAL MEDIA - Traditional media is cable news, magazines, and newspapers. Reporters are often crawling the Capitol, looking for comment from Reps to play on their news shows, quote in their magazines and news articles. You may post a brief cable news appearance or quote to a news writer, trumpeting key talking points about an issue or news story of your choice that is most important to you. These can be talking points from a press release, press conference, editorial, or new content. These shouldn't be too long, as concise talking points are important. Traditional media is more likely to influence the mainstream and the national zeitgeist. (Traditional Media Examples: ABC, CBS, NBC, MSNBC, Fox News, CNN, POLITICO, The Hill, Axios) 2. NEW MEDIA - New media includes podcasts, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook Live, and other online sources of media. In the new age of communication, politicians often try to utilize these platforms to drive engagement, reach a broad audience, while not having to abide by the rules and restrictions of traditional media. You may post a brief outline of a 'new media' appearance that can include going live on Instagram/Facebook, appearing on a popular Youtube show, posting your own Youtube video, or going on a podcast. Keep in mind that while new media reaches a broad audience, you run a higher risk of making a bad impression, so be sure to use this under the right circumstances. New media is more likely to influence grassroots and a broader audience outside of traditional media. (New Media Examples: The Young Turks, Joe Rogan Experience, Instagram Live, Youtube Video, Pod Save America, Mark Levin Podcast)