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Dick Van Dyke, the renowned actor, has publicly endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris in a video posted on YouTube. The 98-year-old legend read an excerpt from a speech he delivered at a 1964 civil rights event with Martin Luther King Jr., emphasizing the need to combat hatred and inequality. Van Dyke, a long-time advocate for social justice, has previously supported Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden in past elections. His endorsement reflects his enduring commitment to promoting equality and progress, acknowledging the strides made while recognizing the ongoing need for change.
A 17-year-old boy, supposedly a supporter of former President Donald Trump, was arrested on Saturday at a rally in Florida in support of Vice President Kamala Harris, accused of punching a 70-year-old woman. The police arrested the teenager after he allegedly struck the woman, knocking her off her feet. The boy was arrested at the rally site at the north end of the Roosevelt Bridge and was charged with battery of a person older than 65. There were no other arrests or instances of violence reported at the rally, which was part of the nationwide Women’s March and vocalized support for amendments to abortion rights in the Florida state constitution.
Allies of US President Donald Trump reportedly fear that his recent controversial rally may have hurt him politically, and that their internal polls are not accurately reflecting his precarious standing in Pennsylvania. Meanwhile, new polling has shown surprising shifts among women and undecided voters toward Vice President Kamala Harris. Amid this, Trump expressed anger regarding a respected Des Moines Register poll, which showed him three points down in Iowa, and accused pollsters of conspiring against him. Despite this, experts suggest that the presidential race remains uncertain. Danielle Butterfield, executive director of Democratic PAC Priorities USA, discussed strategies for Harris to secure a win.
The Des Moines Register’s final poll shows Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris leading Republican Donald Trump by a narrow margin ahead of the election in Iowa, a state typically presumed to support Trump. Kamala had the backing of 47% of respondents, as opposed to Trump’s 44%. The poll, conducted by respected pollster J. Ann Selzer, is known as the “gold standard” for its accurate track record in predicting state-wide election results. However, Progressive advocates have urged that supporters should not place complete faith in a single poll, pushing for continued campaigning actions. The poll also reported that among women aged 65 and older there was a significant shift towards Harris, with 63% supporting her over Trump’s 28%, and independent-identifying women also favouring her, 57% to 29%.
A 17-year-old Donald Trump supporter was arrested after allegedly punching a 70-year-old woman attending a rally in support of Vice President Kamala Harris. The boy was charged with battery on a person aged 65 or over. The woman, Kathleen Tomasko, claimed she didn’t provoke him and didn’t see him coming. Witnesses reported the youth was walking away from another confrontation with another Harris supporter when he struck Tomasko. The incident took place in Stuart, Florida, at an event which was part of the nationwide Women’s March campaign.
A new poll conducted by Morning Call/Muhlenberg College shows Vice President Kamala Harris slightly ahead of former President Donald Trump in the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania, two days before Election Day. Harris leads with a 49% to 47% margin, within the poll’s margin of error. Pennsylvania, with 19 electoral votes, could decisively sway the election. Other polls depict an extremely tight race in the state, with some aggregators placing Trump slightly ahead. Both campaigns have stationed strong presences in the state.
The senior pastor of Cornerstone Church in Arlington, Texas, explains why he, an evangelical Christian, is voting for Democratic VP Kamala Harris for president. Despite traditionally voting based on social issues and aligning his beliefs with that of the Republican Party, he argues the GOP has strayed from its earlier stances. His change in voting decision is compelled by the character of the candidates, crediting Harris with having good character, integrity, and a record that can pass a background check. In contrast, he criticizes Trump for his moral inconsistencies, adulterous affairs, criminal convictions, race-baiting, and for not resembling the church’s values. He argues that evangelicals should move away from today’s Republican Party, which he believes no longer reflects their faith.
Kamala Harris made an unexpected appearance on “Saturday Night Live” during its Nov 2 cold open, which began with a CNN parody. The segment later featured a dialog among Harris, portrayed by Maya Rudolph, President Joe Biden, played by Dana Carvey, and other players in a campaign conversation. In a reflective moment, Rudolph’s Harris sees the real Kamala Harris in the mirror, leading to a humorous interaction. This fifth episode of SNL’s 50th season was hosted by John Mulaney with musical guest Chappell Roan. Earlier that day, Vice President Harris had been at an Atlanta rally with guests including Spike Lee and Victoria Monét.
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John Oliver Pleads with Reluctant Voters to Support Kamala Harris in Emotional Appeal
On his HBO show, “Last Week Tonight,” John Oliver urged undecided and reluctant voters to vote for Kamala Harris in the US Election. Oliver reasoned that he supports Harris’ proposals including expanding Medicare for elder care, expanding reproductive freedoms, and improving the incomes of poorer Americans. Oliver addressed those voters unhappy about the Biden administration’s policy toward the war in Gaza, saying he understands their reluctance but voting for Harris was better than allowing Trump to win. He expressed concern over the potential long-lasting damage of a second Trump term, including the possibility of Trump replacing Supreme Court Justices. Oliver emphasised the importance of voting, despite the politics being uninspiring, as it is a constant fight towards justice.
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