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[President Punxsutawney Phil]

Hypothetical Trend Map from MAR 2021 - SEP 2021 using Morning Consult Data

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For reference, between the two dates, Biden's Net Approval Rating nationwide went from +12.22% to -0.29%.

Not reality-based in the slightest (it's literally a tracking poll) but I thought it was interesting

RED = DEMOCRAT
BLUE = REPUBLICAN

Both Dakotas - north and south (the former more than the latter) stand out here.

[President Punxsutawney Phil]

What Can't Money Buy? - a mini-TL (part 1)

"NBC Projection: Mark Robinson defeats Josh Stein in critical NC Governor's Race
NBC; November 6, 2024

"Prominent YouTuber MrBeast breaks political silence: condemns North Carolina's 'radical' anti-trans policies"
Huffington Post; June 1, 2027

"MrBeast would kick Mark Robinson's ass. Book it, bank it."
unknown YouTuber; July 3, 2027

"Report: YouTube celebrity Jimmy Donaldson weighs independent challenge to controversial Governor Mark Robinson"  
POLITICO; July 15, 2027

"In many ways, Jimmy Donaldson is a risky political unknown with past controversies strewn across the internet for all the see. However, he also has a cult following among many young voters and an unprecedented ability to self-fund - strengths that have frozen the Democratic field in his wake."
@NateSilver; July 27, 2027

"Robinson approval deeply underwater"
Gallup; August 2, 2027

"I Ran For Governor of North Carolina"
MrBeast; August 8, 2027

"YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, in a last gasp for fame, declares run for North Carolina Governorship"
Newsmax; August 8, 2027

"YouTube celebrity Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, announces run for NC Governorship in splashy YouTube video, attacking Governor Robinson's 'divisive' agenda"
New York Times; August 8, 2027

"Donaldson Gubernatorial campaign reportedly sets fundraising record in opening days"
CNN; August 15, 2027

"Former Governor Roy Cooper eyes Senate run"
Charlotte Observer; September 10, 2027

"BREAKING: Donaldson meets with DGA Chair Shapiro"
POLITICO; September 17, 2027

"Are Democrats shying away from complicated NC gubernatorial election?"
Washington Post; September 30, 2027

"Op-ed: In Mark Robinson's bigoted North Carolina, Jimmy Donaldson emerges as an unlikely champion of trans rights"
Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE); November 10, 2027

"Op-ed: Billionaire playboy Jimmy Donaldson as North Carolina's progressive savior? Don't make me laugh."
The Duke Chronicle; November 10, 2027

"As filing deadline approaches, Democrats appear to be clearing the path for independent candidate Jimmy Donaldson. However, Charles Graham, a former State Senator and congressional candidate, appears determined to stay in the race."
@DaveWasserman; January 9, 2028

"Jimmy 'MrBeast' Donaldson Is Already Dominating The Airwaves - beating out Robinson, Trump, and DeSantis"
The News and Observer; March 3, 2028

"As NC Greens prepare to field candidate, progressive skepticism of Donaldson continues to proliferate"
POLITICO; May 14, 2028

"Donaldson is running a very online, very novel campaign. Can this innovative approach take down liberals's most hated Governor?"
Vox; June 3, 2028

"Eschewing Graham, Donaldson campaign reportedly 'in dialogue' with DNC"
FOX News; June 20, 2028

"Senator Jackson: Donaldson is the best man for the job, will bring 'new ideas' to Raleigh"
POLITICO; June 29, 2028

"For the first time in decades, a viable third-party candidacy has emerged in North Carolina. So, why is this election more acrimonious and polarized than ever?"
Charlotte Observer; July 4, 2028

"Former Staffer: MrBeast campaign a 'hot mess', crippled by 'chronic inexperience'"
Newsmax; July 10, 2028

"First look: Donaldson holds solid lead over Robinson, Graham with many voters undecided"
Quinnipiac; July 15, 2028

"Jimmy Donaldson's rabid, uncivilized supporters are a legitimate danger to the people of North Carolina"
Gov. Mark Robinson at Asheboro campaign stop; July 29, 2028

"The Elon Musk skeleton: Donaldson under fire from progressives for stating his 'continued respect' for disgraced Twitter tycoon"
Vox; August 4, 2028

"MrBeast vs. The Past"
The Atlantic; August 17, 2028

"In virtual appearance at DNC, Donaldson hypes up supporters, attacks opponent Robinson"
CNN; August 21, 2028

"The Donaldson campaign's cash reserves - from historic fundraising numbers to a massive personal injection - beggar the mind"
Washington Post; September 2, 2028

"Eschewing flashy media and vicious attacks, Charles Graham runs a quiet, traditional - and effective? - campaign"
Robesonian; September 6, 2028

"Robinson is one of the most unpopular governors in the nation, but Jimmy Donaldson's badly-run campaign could leave the door open for an upset victory"
The Hill; September 14, 2028

"DEADLOCK IN NC: Robinson 35, Donaldson 35, Graham 20"
Rasmussen; September 20, 2028

"Are 'Kids for MrBeast' an actual political force in this election?"
News And Observer; October 1, 2028

"In NC, Donaldson-Robinson debate attracts higher viewership than Trump-Harris"
CNN; October 2, 2028

"While left-wing Democrats remain skeptical of Donaldson, he appears to be getting strong crossover from suburban and exurban conservative families and is crushing Robinson among young voters"
538; October 9, 2028

"Report: Donaldson declines Harris appearance at Winston-Salem rally?"
FOX News; October 14, 2028

"Opinion: If Donaldson takes his YouTube channel's charity-based approach into the Governor's office, North Carolina is screwed"
Vox; October 17, 2028

"Will Charles Graham split the vote and re-elect Mark Robinson?"
POLITICO; October 20, 2028

"Will progressives hold their noses and vote Donaldson?"
POLITICO; October 23, 2028

"Is Donaldson pulling away?"
CNN; October 27, 2028

"In final appeals to public, Donaldson touts moderation and independent vision, while Robinson rails against Donaldson's 'radical California values"
Charlotte Observer; November 3, 2028

"While the presidential candidates don't inspire enthusiasm, people are actually excited to vote here in North Carolina. Who will benefit in one of the strangest elections in the country?"
NBC; November 4, 2028

"These are the weirdest damn coalitions we've seen in a while"
@NateSilver; November 5, 2028



"MrBeast is North Carolina's next Governor. Could the White House be his next stop?"
POLITICO; November 6, 2028

The only thing missing is the right election date on the wikibox.