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« on: April 20, 2021, 12:59:27 AM »
« edited: May 16, 2021, 01:07:49 PM by VP OBD »

Welcome, everyone, to 2022 Midterm Madness, the must-watch culmination to President Biden’s action-packed first term. With both the House and Senate, both currently under narrow Democratic control, up for grabs, Democrats and Republicans alike are looking for a mandate from the American people to advance their respective agendas in Congress. And this election will be decided in six key swing states with competitive Senate and House races - candidates here must campaign hard and work up and down the ballot to step up and deliver wins for their party.

While the Biden term has been seen as an overall ‘return to normalcy’ from the chaotic Trump campaign, battles over policy have been just as bloody as they were under the 45th President. Fighting against fillibuster rules, Democrats have managed to pass HR1, their signature voting rights bill, as well as their preferred budget - however, due to dogged Republican opposition, important legislative initiatives like DC/Puerto Rico statehood and Biden’s green infrastructure package have stalled. Both parties have also been forced to deal with internal dissention - increasingly angry voices on the left of the Democratic Party have expressed displeasure at the slow pace of the Biden administration, while the GOP has once more been rendered in two by the lighting-rod former President Trump. In addition to campaigning for or against President Biden’s legislative packages, candidates must unite their parties behind them to have the best possible chance at victory - and in some cases, they must cast their lot with a wing of their party.

To prevent gaming of the system, I’ll keep the exact details of how I grade events close to my chest - however, here are some ground rules.

- Each candidate will get 2 statewide TV ads a month. One statewide ad can be substituted for two regional ads, which will only air in a region specified by the candidate (for balance this region cannot consist of over half the state’s population).

- One Democrat and one Republican will have the opportunity to gain another TV ad - whichever candidate holds the best fundraising events, as determined by me, will get an additional TV ad for the turn. This will be determined by the number of events explicitly labeled as fundraising, as well as any speeches made during said events.

- Events will be graded based on the congressional district they are held in (maps will be posted along with the first turn on April 20). Each event will have a statewide effect with a larger effect in the congressional district they are held in. Additionally, I will take into account the ‘fit’ of the event for both the district and the state - for instance, campaigning on social progressivism in rural North Carolina will probably not go over well. Lastly, I will take into account general factors of appeal, for instance, district poll numbers will be affected by whichever voters a candidate is attempting to pander to.

- Don’t anticipate this will be a problem, but no teleporting. There’s only a certain amount of events you can do in a day - be realistic, please.

- Speeches are encouraged, and will help your score, but are not required.

- Interviews will be offered on a first-come first serve basis

Lastly, I’d be happy to clarify this proposed rule set before we officially close the first turn (do so in the signup thread).

Reservations

North Carolina: Mark Walker (S019) vs. Joan Higginbotham (Mycool)

Pennsylvania: Ryan Costello (Joeinator) vs. Matt Cartwright (Falterin)

Arizona: Kimberlee Yee (UWS) vs. Mark Kelly (Ishan)

Georgia: Doug Collins (Kuumo) vs. Raphael Warnock (Kaiser)

Wisconsin: Republican vs. Tom Nelson (Orwell)

New Hampshire: Republican vs. Democrat
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« Reply #1 on: April 20, 2021, 12:59:40 AM »
« Edited: May 01, 2021, 12:40:08 PM by VP OBD »

CONGRESSIONAL MAPS

North Carolina:

https://davesredistricting.org/join/0e6b1adf-b0e1-45cf-8358-cd633f3f7ef9

Pennsylvania:

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Arizona:

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Georgia:

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Wisconsin

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« Reply #2 on: April 20, 2021, 07:54:29 PM »
« Edited: May 01, 2021, 01:12:09 PM by VP OBD »

TURN I - JULY 2022
Biden Approval
Approve 50%
Disapprove 43%
Unsure 7%

Congressional Approval
Approve 20%
Disapprove 71%
Unsure 9%

Generic Congressional Ballot (Polling Composite)
Democratic 48%
Republican 43%
Undecided 9%

NEWS:
- Deadlock over Biden green energy package, immigration reform, public option, statehood bills continues, Minority Leader McConnell maintains dedicated fillibuster
- In wake of Fisher Brown shooting, competing police reform bills introduced in House
- President Biden expresses anger over continued ‘minority obstructionism’, but Democratic Senators remaining intransigent on filibuster
- Russian occupation of Donbass region continues as Ukraine peace enters tenuous 7th month, human rights violations ‘alleged’

Welcome to Midterm Madness - Politico’s analysis of the key races that will decide the composition of the Senate for the remainder of President Biden’s first term. While Democrats hold majorities in both houses of Congress currently, their legislative priorities have been put on hold by both the filibuster and infighting between the establishment and progressive wings. The latter was seen when two competing police bills were introduced in the House last week - the one sponsored by the Justice Democrats, unlike the bill supported by the Democratic establishments, supports broader, more aggressive provisions (including partial defunding) to combat police violence. The battle over these bills, as well as against Mitch McConnell’s fillibuster, has the potential to rend the Democratic Party in two.

Meanwhile, while Republicans have maintained a united front in Congress (besides a few defectors on PR statehood), they still have a massive elephant in the room to deal with - former President Donald Trump. With 18 months having passed since the end of his presidency, Trump still maintains a strong hold on the GOP, and has even hinted at a potential 2024 run. With memories of his power still fresh, Republicans must choose whether or not to defend his legacy, and to what degree. They must also choose between bringing suburban voters horrified by Trump back into the fold, or attempting to hold Trump’s gains among the rural white working-class.
Now, let’s take a look at some key races.

In North Carolina, former Representative Mark Walker hopes to hold this crucial seat (vacated by Sen. Richard Burr) for the Republicans. Opposing him is Joan Higginbotham, a former astronaut. Walker, for better or worse, was seen by most of the North Carolinans we interviewed as a staunch conservative - however, many staunch Trump supporters across the state seemed unsure of the depth of his alignment with the President (though indicated a willingness to go to the polls for him if this was cleared up). In contrast, Higginbotham is generally regarded as a ‘blank slate’, with few Tar Heelers familiar with her or her exact policy positions. That said, solidly liberal minority voters in North Carolina’s urban areas appeared more supportive than most of her candidacy. Polling indicates a slight edge to Walker, though a poll by the Republican pollster Trafalgar might be skewing the average here.

Polls
Trafalgar (R): Walker 49, Higginbotham 43
NYT-Siena: Walker 47, Higginbotham 45
CNN: Walker 47, Higginbotham 46
Average: WALKER+3

In Pennsylvania, Representative Matt Cartwright of Scranton is taking on former Rep. Ryan Costello, who represented a gerrymandered seat in the Philadelphia suburbs, for the rights to Republican Pat Toomey’s seat. Reports from the ground indicate that this is a remarkably depolarized race, with multiple voters from both parties showing a willingness to cross over - however, pundits in the Keystone State are divided as to whether this effect will last to the general election. The overwhelming opinion of Pennsylvanians is that Costello is a more ‘consensus’ Republican who is willing to break with Trump - however, while this endears him to some voters (particularly in the suburbs), a Trump voter in Altoona told us that he ‘wasn’t voting for that smug elitist prick’. Cartwright, meanwhile, appears to be winning back some Democratic support in rurals (especially in his home region of Scranton), but may struggle in the suburbs against Costello. With a high amount of undecideds, Cartwright currently holds a strong lead - but with polling misses in 2016 and 2020, one must question the accuracy of Pennsylvania polls.

Polls
PPP (D): Cartwright 49, Costello 41
Monmouth: Cartwright 47, Costello 43
NYT/Siena: Cartwright 46, Costello 42
Average: CARTWRIGHT +5.3

In Arizona, Senator Mark Kelly - elected in 2020 - is in a tough re-election battle against Arizona House Speaker Russell Bowers. Most voters we interviewed weren’t exceptionally familiar with Bowers - however, those who did recalled his role in opposing the attempt to overturn Arizona’s election results in 2020. Additionally, voters in Mesa, his home region, appeared more inclined to support his candidacy - though, on the flip side of that coin, an elderly Trump supporter in Lake Havasu City said he was ‘unmoved’ by Bowers. Meanwhile, with memories still fresh from 2020, Kelly retains his edge in name recognition, as well as his image as a moderate (though this has been somewhat overshadowed by his fellow Senator Krysten Sinema). Also of note - we didn’t see any region where Kelly was particularly strong or weak relative to base partisanship. In the sparse polling so far, Kelly maintains an average lead just outside of the margin of error - however, a SurveyMonkey poll that shows him up by 11 has many more reputable pollsters scratching their heads.

Polls
SurveyMonkey: Kelly 51, Bowers 40
PPP (D): Kelly 50, Bowers 43
Rasmussen: Kelly 45, Bowers 46
Average: KELLY +5.3

In Georgia, freshman Senator Raphael Warnock faces off against former Rep. Doug Collins in a quasi-rematch (while Collins ran in 2020, he was defeated by Warnock and then-Senator Loeffler in his bid to reach the January runoff). Between the political earthquake that rattled Georgia blue in 2020 and the potential effects of HR1 on a state with historically variant turnout, there is little pundits can concur on here - however, nearly all agree that this Senate race has been somewhat overshadowed by the marquee gubernatorial race between 2018 candidate Stacey Abrams and enthusiastic Trumper Vernon Jones. Representative Collins, meanwhile, retains some strength in his home region of North Georgia, and was also reviewed somewhat favorably by Trump supporters. However, suburban voters, recalling his race to the right with Kelly Loeffler in 2020, appeared less willing to support his candidacy. Meanwhile, Senator Warnock is seen as a known commodity - retaining his strength among young and minority voters. As the national environment moving rightward could sink Warnock, unlocking higher turnout after the passage of HR1 is a likely priority of his campaign. Polls so far have shown a dead heat here - and it’s also important to note that a runoff will be triggered if no candidate reaches 50%.

Polls
Rasmussen: Collins 49, Warnock 43
CNN: Warnock 46, Collins 45
PPP (D): Warnock 48, Collins 45
Average: COLLINS +0.7

In Wisconsin, former Governor Scott Walker hopes to hold this seat for Republicans against Outagamie County executive Tom Nelson. Early indicators show problems for both candidates - when questioned, many Wisconsin voters of both parties were unfamiliar with Tom Nelson, with a small minority recalling his unsuccessful Lt. Gov run in 2010 or his performance as a progressive Bernie Sanders
delegate ten years later. Meanwhile, Governor Walker, while supported by most of the Trump base, is significantly less popular with independents and is hated universally by the Democratic voters pundits interviewed. With another competitive gubernatorial election - Democratic Governor Tony Evers fighting for re-election against Republican Sean Duffy - on the ballot, this election appears to be a fairly polarized dead heat, though there are a significant contingent of undecided voters. And, while Nelson seems to be underperforming in the suburbs as Walker is struggling to catch up to Trump in the state's rural areas (as he did in 2018), neither candidate appears to have a significant homecourt advantage in any part of the state. And, complicating the race, Wisconsin polls continue to be an enigma - pundits wonder if the polling industry here will continue to miss the mark after embarrassments in 2016 and 2020.

Polls
SurveyMonkey: Nelson 46, Walker 46
Monmouth: Nelson 46, Walker 45
PPP (D): Nelson 48, Walker 44
Average: NELSON +1.67

BATTLE FOR THE HOUSE
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NC-1: G.K Butterfield (D) vs. Kay Fairbain (R-Riddick Crossroads, farmer)
NC-2: Deborah Ross (D) vs. Selena Lindquist (R-Garner, staffer)
NC-7: David Rouzer (R) vs. Zita Almeida (D-Wilmington, schoolteacher)
NC-8: Charles Graham (D) vs. Ben Derrickson (R-Fayetteville, doctor)
NC-9: Dan Bishop (R) vs. Riley Graham (D-Charlotte, gun control activist)
NC-11: Madison Cawthorn (R) vs. Health Shuler (D)
NC-14: Rolf Barkley (D-Chapel Hill, professor) vs. Jade Dufort (R-Reidsville, farmer)
PA-1: Brian Fitzpatrick (R) vs. Ben Sanchez (D)
PA-6: Chrissy Houlahan (D) vs. Dave Argall (R)
PA-7: Susan Wild (D) vs. Lisa Scheller (R)
PA-8: Dan Meuser (R) vs. Asher Kaufmann (D-Scranton, Cartwright staffer)
PA-10: Scott Perry (R) vs. Kylie Palmer (D-Harrisburg, administrative official)
PA-17: Conor Lamb (D) vs. Rebekah Price (R-Cranberry Township, pro-life activist)
AZ-1: Tom O’Halleran (D) vs. Walter Blackman (R)
AZ-2: Randy Friese (D) vs. Martha McSally (R)
AZ-6: David Schweikert (R) vs. Ferdinand Giulio (D-Glendale, veteran)
AZ-8: Debbie Lesko (R) vs. William Michaelis (D-Surprise, businessman)
AZ-9: Greg Stanton (D) vs. Ron Kemp (R-Scottsdale, lawyer)
AZ-10: Joyce Jackson (D-Guadalupe, activist) vs. Gabriel Immacolata (R-Queen Creek, lobbyist)
GA-1: Buddy Carter (R) vs. Dominique Edwards (D-Savannah, reverend)
GA-2: Sanford Bishop (D) vs. Steve Hasse (R-Americus, farmer)
GA-6: Lucy McBath (D) vs. Peggy Garrett (R-Noonday, businesswoman)
GA-7: Carolyn Bordeaux (D) vs. Rich McCormick (R)
GA-10: Jody Hice (R) vs. Spencer Frye (D)
GA-11: Barry Loudermilk (R) vs. Richard Ybarra (D-Johns Creek, businessman)
GA-12: Rick Allen (R) vs. Sheila Clark Nelson (D)
WI-1: Bryan Steil (R) vs. Rob Greengrass (D-Kenosha, civil rights lawyer)
WI-3: Ron Kind (D) vs. Howard Marklein (R)
WI-8: Mike Gallagher (R) vs. Gordon Hintz (D)

GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATES:
Pennsylvania: Josh Shapiro (D) vs. Lou Barletta (R)
Arizona: Kirk Adams (R) vs. Katie Hobbs (D)
Georgia: Vernon Jones (R) vs. Stacey Abrams (D)

Campaigning for the first turn is now open! I’ll expect responses by May 2, with extensions for anyone who joins after this point.
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« Reply #3 on: April 24, 2021, 01:10:42 PM »


Key platform:

Ending gridlock in Washington: While an engineer and astronaut with NASA, Joan Higginbotham learned about solving problems under pressure. North Carolinians need this level-headed leadership in Washington, where it seems like partisanship matters more than results.

Healthcare: North Carolinians pay well above the national average for their healthcare. Joan will fight to ensure every North Carolinian can afford their healthcare coverage. She will work to not only protect the ACA but also add a nonprofit public option while defending Americans’ right to private insurance. Joan will work to pass an expansion to Medicaid and lower prescription drug costs by allowing the government to negotiate with drug companies.

Infrastructure: While politicians argue in Washington, our infrastructure continues to break down. Joan Higginbotham will work to invest in our roads and bridges, maintain and update our water infrastructure to ensure every American gets clean water, and increase funding to underserviced communities of color. Green investments and rural broadband expansion will stimulate the economy and create good-paying jobs for North Carolinians.

Economic Equality: If elected to the Senate, Joan Higginbotham will fight to give North Carolinians a raise by raising the minimum wage. Joan supports paid family leave, giving working families a chance to succeed. She will fight against tax cuts for corporates and the wealthy that expand the national debt without benefitting middle-class North Carolinians.

Supporting North Carolina’s Veterans & Military Families: Around 7% of North Carolina’s veterans are in poverty. Joan understands the debt we owe service members and their families and will fight for their care. This means evolving healthcare services to include treatment for PTSD and access to telehealth to ensure access to healthcare anywhere in rural communities.

Voting Rights: The right to vote is a sacred one that needs to be protected. HR1 is a positive step for the health of America’s democratic integrity. Joan Higginbotham supports restoring and strengthening the VRA, ensuring that our Constitutional right to vote is protected.

Education: Joan Higginbotham would not have the career she has without public education funding. As only the third Black woman to go to space, Joan understands the importance of STEM investment, especially for young girls. As North Carolina's Senator, Joan will support expanding pre-K, reducing college costs and student debt, investing in vocational and trade schools, and giving North Carolina's hardworking teachers a raise.

Biography:

Joan Higginbotham got a job at the Kennedy Space Center as an engineer weeks after graduating college. Before then, she had never thought she would be an astronaut, but her time at NASA inspired her to get master’s degrees in management science and space systems. It was around this time NASA encouraged her to apply to be an astronaut. Joan Higginbotham would go on to embark on 53 space shuttle launches during her tenure with NASA. Her time at NASA shaped the way she looks at service and cultivated her abilities as a problem solver. Higginbotham will bring a fresh perspective to Washington and serve North Carolina’s interests over that of powerful lobbying groups.

Primary Campaign:

Joan Higginbotham entered the primary with low name recognition in a race that was viewed as a battle between state senator Jeff Jackson and former state Supreme Court Justice Cheri Beasley, with former state senator Erica Smith also running. Higginbotham ran an outsider campaign, highlighting her time at NASA, her lack of political baggage, and the need for Democrats to shake up their strategy to win North Carolina. Higginbotham was boosted by endorsements out of her home region of Charlotte, with Mayor Vi Lyles, former Mayor and Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, and Representative Alma Adams. Higginbotham’s primary strategy was inspired by Stacey Abrams’s work in Georgia, working to register new voters, engage with communities that are often underserviced (in particular Black and Native American communities), and focus on turnout without alienating swing voters. A true turning point in the primary campaign was a series of endorsements from Oprah Winfrey, Stacey Abrams, and Representative G. K. Butterfield, which increased Higginbotham’s name ID and fundraising capabilities. Higginbotham would go on to win the primary thanks to this momentum, beating out her opponents who had spent the campaign attacking one another, allowing Higginbotham to define herself as an independent voice for North Carolinians rather than a political insider.
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« Reply #4 on: April 29, 2021, 04:20:53 PM »
« Edited: April 29, 2021, 04:28:00 PM by KaiserDave »



Raphael Warnock Wants to Talk About Healthcare
July 9th-Savannah



Amidst the noise in Washington or the latest culture war battle. Raphael Warnock has kept talking about one thing. Healthcare. He's just his latest "Healthcare Roundtable" here in his town in Savannah, and that wasn't the first. He's held similar events in Atlanta, Buckhead, Athens, Columbus, Dalton, and Fitzgerald. In the empty gymnasium, Senator Warnock sat down with about 40 locals on a long table to discuss healthcare. The chairs were slightly spaced, a lingering reminder of the COVID-19 pandemic. He led with brief remarks on the public option bill co-sponsored by Tim Kaine, Michael Bennet, and himself, along with several others. "While politicians chatter on the latest news item, people are out there suffering, they're suffering and they're still taking 200 dollars out of their pocket for insulin each month, and 2,000 dollars a year in premiums. Politicians need to realize this can't continue. Georgians know this, Americans know it. We have to change it." Folks around the table told their healthcare stories, a woman told a story on how she still has 40,000 dollars in medical debt, another women talked about her daughters diabetes, one man talked about an accident at a local factory to a friend of his without insurance. Warnock talked with them for about an hour in half. Ultimately he returned to one theme. "Politicians have a duty to help our people, and we've got to pass this bill. Senate rules from a hundred years ago can't get in the way of helping our people. That's what I'm gonna keep fighting for in the Senate." As Senator Warnock was leaving some reporters asked him about ongoing debate over the Green New Deal in the national discussion, Warnock simply said "brother, I'm just here to talk about healthcare" and walked off to talk with other locals.

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« Reply #5 on: April 29, 2021, 04:32:27 PM »


Warnock July Schedule



  • July 1-6: July 4th Vacation, Celebrations in Atlanta
  • July 7-11: Healthcare Roundtables
  • July 12-21: Senate Work, speech on Healthcare goes Viral on progressive social media, "the suffering ends now"
  • July 22-25: Constituent Service
  • July 25-29: Fundraising
  • July 30: Instagram Live with Bernie Sanders on Public Option
  • July 31: Appearance on CNN to Promote Public Option




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« Reply #6 on: April 29, 2021, 05:01:30 PM »

Haven't seen much activity here so I'm going to give a one week extension, to May 9, for all campaign material July 2022 and prior.

Reminder that your post this turn should include a full schedule. Supplementary material, which has been posted here, is optional but can help your polling numbers in certain districts.
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« Reply #7 on: April 30, 2021, 05:56:32 PM »


July Schedule

1-3rd:
Kick off to general election with rally at Freedom Park in Charlotte

“My career has taken some interesting turns. Just as I never expected to be an astronaut, I never expected to run for United States Senate. I thought my public service would be in the private sector, that I’d spend my days speaking to young girls about getting into STEM. Then, like many of you, I watched in horror what happened on January 6th of 2021. Elected officials cast doubt on an election because they didn’t like the results, they incited a full-blown riot, an attack on the very democracy this nation was built on. No one should be worried their vote will be discounted just because a politician doesn’t like the result, and no one in power should wield their power in such a reckless way. I knew then the people in North Carolina needed a leader in Washington, someone to stand up for what’s right. I was proud to be the third African American woman in space and I’ll be proud to be the third African American woman in the United States Senate.”

Speak at UNC Charlotte
Speak at Grace Zion Church, attend service after

4th:
Fourth of July Barbeque fundraiser in Charlotte, attended by Mayor Vi Lyles

“This campaign isn’t funded by corporate PACs. I made a promise to have a grassroots campaign funded by the people and I intend on keeping it. Too many politicians in Washington are more comfortable raising money from corporate donors than serving the interests of their constituents. I know that North Carolinians have had enough of this corrupt insider behavior, and we need a leader to change that. When I was in space, I saw something that changed me forever. I saw an explosion over the Middle East, a side effect of our constant conflict. I thought, how can we all figure out how to work together on the International Space Station, but on Earth, with nothing but space, we bicker and fight? Washington needs a leader, someone who knows how to get the job done. North Carolina, we can create real change together.”

5th:

Townhall in Kannapolis
Campaign visit to Concord, stop by local restaurants, speaking to patrons about issues facing the city and state at large
Visit campaign office in Concord
Rally in Concord

6-8th:

Townhall in Locust on infrastructure
Rally in Monroe
Townhalls in Polkton and Wadesboro

“Communities like yours are the exact ones Democrats can’t take for granted. North Carolina is not a red state, we’re a state that has yet to be engaged. We can’t forget the rural communities that have been gerrymandered into red districts, that have had their polling places closed, that have limited access to healthcare and broadband. When I get to Washington, I won’t forget communities like Wadesboro, I won’t be a voice for the corporate lobbyists who currently have two Senators from the state of North Carolina, I won’t be a blank check for Mitch McConnell’s obstructionist agenda. I will be a leader in advocating for infrastructure spending, for investment in communities like this one. I will fight to expand healthcare access and modernize our system so you can have a doctor without having to drive miles out of your way. We can show our country that North Carolina is a real swing state, we can make a real positive change, but we have to not only vote, but register our friends, our family, our neighbor, we have to turnout. I know I can count on you, and I want you to know you can count on me.”

Speak at Laurinburg Institute
Townhall in Raeford on raising the minimum wage for working North Carolinians
Rally in Lumberton with Charles Graham

“It’s well past time that Congress passes the Lumbee Recognition Act so the Lumbee tribe gets federal recognition and access to the federal grants that come with recognition. If elected to the Senate, Charles Graham and I will cosponsor a bicameral bill recognizing the Lumbee tribe. This is the largest tribe in North Carolina, and it deserves an advocate in the United States Senate.”

9-11th:

Speak at Fayetteville State University
Visit campaign office in Fayetteville
Attend fundraiser in Fayetteville
Rally at Festival Park in Fayetteville
Visit Fort Bragg
Townhalls in Dunn, Smithfield, and Selma

12-16th:

Rally in Clayton
Townhall in Cary
Rally with Deborah Ross in Raleigh
Speak about education reform at North Carolina State University
Rally with Governor Roy Cooper in Raleigh
Fundraiser at local Raleigh restaurant
Visit Raleigh campaign office
Visit local magnet schools, Athens Drive High School and Enloe High School, speak with teachers and administrators about local funding for education
Rally at Enloe High School
Rally in Apex
Rally in Cary

17-20th:

Fundraiser in Cary
Speak at North Carolina Central University

“The right to vote is a sacred right. Too many politicians want to pick their voters, rather than listening to the democratic process. HR1 was a landmark bill, it’s the only reason North Carolina has competitive House races this year, otherwise, we know the GOP planned on a 10-4 map in a 50-50 state. North Carolinians deserve a Senator who believes in and fights for the right to vote for every single American. We can’t stop at the right to vote, we have to also get the corrupt special interest money out of politics. Why do you think healthcare costs keep rising? Because insurance companies and drug companies know they can send a lobbyist in with a check and get our Senators’ attention. It’s why I reject corporate PAC money because I will not serve insurance companies in the United States Senate, I will serve the people of this great state. I will stand up to the insurance and drug companies and Mitch McConnell and fight for a public option and campaign finance reform.”

Speak at Duke University
Meet with supporters at Durham campaign office
Speak at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Visit Morehead Planetarium, hold a press conference thereafter
Tour Chapel Hill restaurants and breweries, talking to patrons and would-be supporters

21-23rd:

Townhalls in Louisburg and Nashville
Rally in Rocky Mount with GK Butterfield

“North Carolina’s first district would be getting to work right now if it weren’t for gridlock in Washington. We need infrastructure investment so badly, and Congress would rather argue about whether to give millionaires another tax cut. I say enough. If my fellow astronauts could problem-solve elbow to elbow then Congress can problem-solve on the floor of the Senate. We don’t need another partisan, blank check Senator, we need a voice for North Carolina.”

Rally in Wilson with GK Butterfield
Tour of Wilson small businesses alongside GK Butterfield
Speak at East Carolina University
Rally in Greenville
Meet with supporters at the campaign office in Greenville

24-26th:

Speak at church service in Tarboro, attend service after
Townhalls in Enfield and Halifax
Rally in Roanoke Rapids
Townhalls in Littleton and Warrenton
Rally in Henderson

27-31st:

Rally in Oxford
Townhalls in Roxboro and Yanceyville
Townhall in Hillsborough
Rally in Burlington
Visit campaign office in Burlington
Rally in Greensboro with candidate Rolf Barkley
Visit local Greensboro small businesses
Rally in High Point
Rally in Winston-Salem
Tour Wake Forest Innovation Corner, visiting the booming tech industry businesses in the area
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« Reply #8 on: April 30, 2021, 08:50:24 PM »
« Edited: May 08, 2021, 08:03:32 PM by NewYorkExpress »

Scott Walker for Senate-July 2022, Part One

July 1, 2022


Speech at the Solon Springs Historical Museum, Solon Springs, Wisconsin

The American Revolution was founded with the very simple principle. "No taxation without representation". Right now, we have five territories, in Washington D.C, Puerto Rico, Guam, The American Samoa and the U.S Virgin Islands, who are being taxed into oblivion without effectively represented in the halls of Congress. While Statehood for Puerto Rico and Washington D.C is a start, until we provide statehood for all of our territories, we aren't effectively representing all Americans.

Lunch, KD's Family Restaurant, Solon Springs, Wisconsin

Dinner/Fundraiser Sidelines Bar & Bait & Resort ($1,500 to have dinner with Walker, expecting between twenty and thirty people), Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin

July 2, 2022

Golf Fundraiser at Botten's Green Acres Golf Course, Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin ($100,000 gets a round golf with Walker and Tom Tiffany. Expecting six people, the money will be divided between Walker's campaign, and Tiffany's reelection campaign)

Tour Earth Rider Brewery, Superior, Wisconsin

July 3-4, 2022

Celebrate the Fourth of July with family

July 5, 2022

Speech at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Superior, Wisconsin

I don't believe it's ever medically necessary to perform an abortion, plain and simple. As such, when I am elected to the Senate I will introduce a constitutional amendment that bans abortion in all circumstances. I will introduce related legislation that would make abortions a capital murder federally for both the woman who receives the abortion, and the doctor who performs the abortion.

Rally/Speech at the Marcovich Wellness Center, University of Wisconsin, Superior, Superior, Wisconsin

I'm not sympathetic to so-called "student-athletes" demanding payment for their services at major colleges. Here's the deal as I see it. Either you are a student, or you are an athlete. You quite simply cannot be both.

July 6-9

Meet with Republican Political leaders (Paul Ryan, Donald Trump, Kevin McCarthy, Mitch MConnell). Janesville, Wisconsin, Mar-A-Lago, Washington D.C.
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July 2022

July 1st: Officially kick off general election campaign at outdoor rally in hometown of Gainesville.

Quote from: Doug Collins, Gainesville, July 1st, 2022
In the past 18 months, we've seen Joe Biden and the Democrat Party run roughshod on our state's right to run our own elections. We've seen them try to pass laws restricting our constitutional rights to bear arms and freely practice our faith. We're currently seeing more pie-in-the-sky proposals from out-of-touch bureaucrats who don't get how the real world works. Well, I've got a message for them. Enough is enough! We're going to take our country back! If I'm elected to the Senate, I pledge to crack down on wasteful federal spending and stand up for our rights and values! Thank you, and may God bless America!

July 2nd-3rd: Barnstorm Hall, Jackson, and Banks counties.
July 4th: Celebrate Independence Day with family in Gainesville.
July 5th-7th: Barnstorm Forsyth and Cherokee counties.
July 8th: Rally with Rep. Barry Loudermilk in Canton.
July 9th: Fundraiser in Roswell.
July 11th: Meet with Georgia Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta.
July 12th-14th: Barnstorm GA-10.
July 15th: Rally with Rep. Jody Hice in Madison.
July 16th: Meet with entrepreneur Sunny Park to discuss economic policy and Korean-American outreach.
July 18th-21st: Barnstorm Gwinnett County.

Quote from: Doug Collins, Duluth, July 19th, 2022
On the campaign trail, Joe Biden promised us he would be a bipartisan, consensus leader. Instead he has caved to the progressive wing of his party on issues from taxes, to energy, to the police. The Democrats are even trying to add states for partisan gain after all their bellyaching about Trump disrespecting our American institutions. If you help elect me, I'll make sure that the more out-there proposals from across the aisle never get past the Senate.

July 22nd: Fundraiser in Marietta.
July 24th-July 27th: Barnstorm GA-14.
July 28th-July 30th: Barnstorm GA-03.
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Scott Walker for United States Senate-July 2022, Part Two

July 10, 2020

Speech/Rally at the Hudson Sports & Civic Center, Hudson, Wisconsin

I think both sides should be able to agree that the fillibuster has to go. There is no reason that the minority in the Senate, no matter which party it is, should be able to hold legislation hostage indefinitely. If we as Republicans don't agree to get rid of the fillibuster, what's stopping Democrats from fillibustering everything we want to pass into oblivion when we control the Senate next?

Speech/Rally, St. Croix County Fairgrounds, Glenwood City, Wisconsin (With Sean Duffy)

Governor Evers's leadership throughout the pandemic was excellent. There's no real denying of that. However, it's been two years since COVID came to Wisconsin, almost all of the state has been vaccinated and yet many places still aren't operating at full capacity. For example, the Milwaukee Brewers are only operating at 60% capacity this season. The University of Wisconsin's football team plans to only operate at 50% capacity this fall. The Green Bay Packers plan to operate at just 45% capacity this season. Elect Sean Duffy Governor, and we finally will bring Wisconsin back to normal.

Speech/Rally at Hunt Arena, University of Wisconsin-River Falls, River Falls, Wisconsin

Look, I agree that our police need major reforming, but those on the left, like Tom Nelson, who would like to just disband America's police have the wrong idea. What we need is better training for police, better background checks for those applying to become police officers, and the demilitarization of our police. Right now, most of our unused military hardware goes to our police forces, and that needs to change. Disbanding the police? That's going way too far.

July 11, 2020

Speech, Colfax Railroad Museum

It's time we fully privatized Amtrak. As a government agency, I can tell you that the unions at Amtrak are far too powerful, and like I did when I was Governor here in Wisconsin, we need to pass legislation to curb their power. I think privatizing Amtrak will do the trick.

Speech/Rally at Don and Nona Williams Stadium, Menomonmie, Wisconsin

We can't elect someone who worked for Bernie Sanders as the next Senator from this state. Who knows what radical ideas he'll come up with?

July 12-16

Fundraisers in Milwaukee (Selling Milwaukee Brewers memorabilia autographed by Walker. $1,000 per item)

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« Reply #11 on: May 01, 2021, 11:24:24 PM »
« Edited: May 02, 2021, 03:34:18 PM by Orwell »

Nelson July Schedule



  • July 1-6: Meet with local Wisconsin Democratic leaders and campaign with Senator Baldwin, Representative Pocan, and Representative Moore. Wisconsin Democrats 4th of July Barbacue
  • July 7-11: Meet with a series of community leaders in the Driftless region, and Representative Ron Kind.
  • July 12-21: Launch a Common Sense Campaign Bus tour across the driftless region of Wisconsin and suburban Milwaukee campaigning for the protection of Social Security and expanding universal healthcare in the United States.
  • July 22-25: Joint rallies with Governor Evers in The Green Bay, Appleton, and Fond Du Loc region.
  • July 25-29: Fundraising
  • July 30: Appear at a roundtable with African American leaders in Milwaukee
  • July 31: Appear in Madison with Mark Pocan advocating for healthcare





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« Reply #12 on: May 03, 2021, 07:17:29 PM »

Matt Cartwright for Senate: July 2020



General election campaign kickoff in Scranton:


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Hello, hello thank you!

I am so proud to kick off the general election campaign, here in Pennsylvania, in the Cradle of Democracy. Over the last year and a half we have seen real results for our state. Unemployment has come crashing down, vaccination rates have skyrocketed, our infrastructure is stronger and more reliable and our businesses and schools are open again without risk to our own safety. Unfortunately the Republican party chose to oppose this relief for working families every step of the way. They cry of partisanship to distract you from the gains this country is making. But these divisive tactics are not going to sway the American people. We're ready to keep moving into the future.

For too long, the workers of our country have been set aside while powerful corporations grow more and more influential in our political process. For too long, drug addiction and poverty have shot up in our homes while we have no solutions from Washington. For too long we have let our leaders betray us with a lack of transparency and accountability. Well I'm here today to say that this will not be a campaign of weak platitudes. This will be a 67 county campaign because I am interested in looking out for all Pennsylvanians. Whether you're from Pittston or Pittsburgh, Williamsport or Washington, Lancaster or Lock Haven, you have a voice in this campaign and you will have a voice in me if you choose me as your senator.

I'm so excited to get out on the campaign trail and hear from you all. Thank you and have a great day!



On the Issues:

Campaign fundraising: Congressman Cartwright supports transparent free and fair elections. The presence of big money in politics stands directly opposed to that ideal. Congressman Cartwright refuses to take Super PAC money and will work to fight for a future where the disastrous Citizen's United ruling can be overturned.

Labor rights: The right to organize is exactly what it says it is, a right. Rich donors know that this right is a threat to their power and it is for the reason they have fought the good working people of this country every step of the way. Taft-Hartley has been a disaster for this country and should be finally put to bed for good.

Veteran's Issues: Congressman Cartwright has always stood strong in support of our veterans. That's why he wrote the Veterans Care Financial Protection Act which implemented protections for these American heroes to make sure they receive the benefits they deserve. If elected to the senate, Congressmen Cartwright will continue to fight for a country in which no veteran lives in poverty.

Healthcare: The inability of so many in our state and in this country to receive the quality healthcare they deserve is an indictment on the entire system. Congressman Cartwright started his political career by taking on a Democratic incumbent who opposed the Affordable Care Act and winning. The ACA was a good start but we must go further. Congressman Cartwright stands in support of the public option bill being debated in the senate and if elected, will work to introduce legislation to guarantee care to all our citizens.

Energy: Pennsylvania is one of the top producers of natural gas and coal energy in the United States. They are a vital part of our economy. Congressman Cartwright stands opposed to any attempts to place a blanket ban on these industries. The congressman supports investing in renewable energy sources alongside our current consumption along with implementing a cap-and-trade system, to transition our country away from a future engulfed in pollution without putting thousands of Pennsylvanians out of work.




Campaign Schedule:

July 2-3rd: Barnstorm Scranton with Asher Kaufmann
July 4th: Attend Independence Day Celebration in Courthouse Square in Scranton
July 5-14th: House Duties, speak in support of public option proposal on Appropriations committee
July 15th: Meet with Pennsylvania AFL-CIO in Harrisburg
July 16-17th: Door knocking in Harrisburg with Kylie Palmer
July 18th: Meet with IBEW Local 143 in Harrisburg
July 19th: Private meetings with PA state legislators in Harrisburg
July 20th: Rally with Tom Wolf in York
July 21th: Fundraiser in York, meet with workers at Harley-Davidson factory
July 22th: Barnstorming in Gettysburg, meet with battle site National Park workers
July 23rd: Door-knocking in Chambersburg
July 24th: Door-knocking in McConnellsburg
July 25th: Town hall in Huntingdon
July 26-30th: Constituent Services
July 31: Zoom conference with Chrissy Houlahan, Madeline Dean and Brendan Boyle to discuss paid parental leave and attracting jobs to Pennsylvania.




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« Reply #13 on: May 07, 2021, 06:34:40 PM »

Reminder that the first turn is due on the 9th.
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« Reply #14 on: May 08, 2021, 11:05:36 AM »

Joan Higginbotham Interview with the Charlotte Observer


1. You've attacked your opponent implicitly for being a "blank check" for Mitch McConnell's agenda, and have touted your own independence. This, however, begs the question - if elected, how partisan of a Senator will you be? Will you largely vote the Democratic party line on key issues, or will you be willing to break away?

"I am running as a Democrat for a reason, it's the party that believes in raising the minimum wage, invest in infrastructure, and maintain a functional government. But I am running to represent the people of North Carolina first and foremost, not the Democratic Party, so if I'm asked to support a policy that will be bad for North Carolina, you better believe I will put North Carolinians first every time."

2. What is your opinion on the filibuster? Do you believe it should be retained, and do you believe action on the filibuster should be a key element of the Democratic platform?

"I believe it's always better to build a bridge than burn one, and I think the Senate is at its best when it is collaborative between the parties. However, the obstructionism throughout Joe Biden's term has meant that nothing can be off the table. We narrowly passed HR1, which was a landmark bill that protects our right to vote. North Carolinians are still waiting for investment in our infrastructure, and this is especially true in Black and Native communities and the rural communities across the state. If the GOP refuses to invest in underserviced communities, Democrats must be open to reforming the filibuster by looking at a talking filibuster, which would make Senators have to speak on their opposition to a bill, rather than quietly killing it off because their position is unpopular. We need some accountability in Washington, and that's why I'm running to be North Carolina's next Senator."

3. According to the polls, you're starting with a disadvantage (though a slight one if you exclude partisan polls). What's your plan to make up this ground and build a coalition in a historically Republican state?

"I believe we're a purple state at heart, we have a Democratic governor that was elected as the state voted for a Republican presidential candidate and Senator. Over 2 million registered voters did not turn out in 2020, had just 100,000 of these voters been engaged by Democrats, we would have picked up several statewide offices. Additionally, codifying protections to the right to vote in HR1 ensures every North Carolinian can have their voices heard, making this a very different midterm election than we've seen. What I can promise is I won't take a single vote for granted, we're running a truly statewide campaign, and that means registering new voters, talking to voters that are traditionally left out of GOTV efforts in the state. I believe we can win by sticking to our principles, engaging with voters across the state, and building upon gains Democrats have made in the suburbs while not writing off rural parts of the state."

4. Younger, minority voters have shown the most enthusiasm about your campaign. Why do you think this is, and how will you continue to win their support and get a historically low-turnout groups to the polls for you this November?

"I think many voters are seeing a candidate who looks like them lead the ticket for the first time. They're seeing our state have the opportunity to elect the third Black woman to the United States Senate. Importantly, they're seeing a candidate who is standing up to special interest groups to fight for increased healthcare coverage, a candidate who is proud to say North Carolinians deserve a raise, someone who believes in a functional, effective government in Washington. We're not going about this campaign in the business as usual way that has narrowly lost in this state, we're engaging with voters, showing up in underserviced communities, and fighting for the interests of North Carolinians. We tend to think of voters as "low turnout" but the barriers for voting have been lowered thanks to HR1. We've never seen what engagement and an electorate with fewer voting restrictions can lead to in this state, I believe it is a recipe for victory."
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« Reply #15 on: May 08, 2021, 06:11:45 PM »
« Edited: May 11, 2021, 02:13:35 AM by NewYorkExpress »

Scott Walker for Senate-July 2024, Part 3

July 17-25

High-dollar donor fundraisers, in and around Milwaukee.

July, 26, 2024

Meet Voters, Keupers Park, Dickeyville, Wisconsin

Speech/Rally at Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Platteville, Wisconsin

J.K Rowling's position as a trans-radical feminist worries me and a lot of other Wisconsin parents. I call on Secretary Cardona, to introduce a rule that would ban any school receiving federal funding from owning, or stocking any book written by Rowling.

Tour Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, Fennimore, Wisconsin

July 27, 2024

Bowling fundraiser, Boscobel Bowling and Banquet, Boscobel, Wisconsin ($50 per game to bowl with Scott Walker and Family, for up to three games, expecting twenty people)

July 28, 2024

Visit Bear Foot Bay Indoor Water Park with campaign staff and their children, Prairie Du Chien, Wisconsin

July 29, 2024

Attend Milwaukee Brewers game (at Pittsburgh Pirates), PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (with Lou Barletta)

July 30, 2024

Golf Fundraiser, Viroqua Hills, Golf Course, Viroqua, Wisconsin ($1,500 to play a round of golf with Scott Walker. Expecting three other people)

Meet Voters, Crestview Apartments, Westby, Wisconsin

July 31, 2004

Speech/Rally at Onalaska Omni Center, Onalaska, Wisconsin

Look, for all of the of the anger against the Russian Government for what they are doing in Ukraine, people seem to forget that the United States is guilty of many of the same things. Remember Salvador Allende? That was our CIA that overthrew him, and established the Pinochet dictatorship, which killed hundreds of thousands. You should remember that, before you castigate other countries for their behavior.
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« Reply #16 on: May 08, 2021, 08:21:25 PM »


Mark Kelly for Senate: July Schedule



  • July 1st-3rd: Constituent Service
  • July 4th: Speech in Scottsdale, Arizona on the Fourth of July
  • July 5th: Campaign with Ferdinand Giulio on service in Fountain Hills
  • July 6th-15th: Senate Duties
  • July 16th: Campaign with William Michaelis on supporting small businesses in Paradise Valley
  • July 17-21st: Townhalls in Mesa, Fountain Hills, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Prescott, and Chandler
  • July 22nd: Campaign with Randy Friese in Sierra Vista
  • July 23rd: Door-knock with Randy Friese in Sierra Vista
  • July 24th: Rally with Katie Hobbs in Prescott, Arizona
  • July 25th: Campaign with Raul Grijalva in Yuma, Arizona
  • July 26th: Campaign with Regina Romero in Tuscon, Arizona
  • July 27th: Door-knock with Jonathan Rothschild in Tuscon, Arizona
  • July 28th-July 30st: Townhalls in Rico Rico, Oro Valley, Marana, Sierra Vista, and Vail
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« Reply #17 on: May 09, 2021, 11:38:12 PM »

Ryan Costello for U.S. Senate
Schedule for July 2022

July 1: Kick off general election campaign with a rally in West Chester
July 2-3: Door-knocking in PA-6 with Dave Argall
July 4: Host a Fourth of July BBQ and fireworks show with family and friends
July 5: Attend a Zoom conference with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Pat Toomey
July 6-9: Fundraising
July 10: Host a rally in PA-7 followed by door-knocking with Lisa Scheller
July 11: Meet with Lou Barletta to discuss strategies moving forward
July 12: Take part in a rally with Lou Barletta
July 13-15: Barnstorm PA-10
July 16-18: Barnstorm and door-knocking PA-8 with Dan Meuser
July 19: Take part in a townhall in Scranton
July 20-23: Fundraising
July 24-26: Door-knocking with Brian Fitzpatrick in PA-1
July 27: Attend a Zoom conference with state and local Republican leaders, including Pat Toomey and Lou Barletta
July 28-31: Barnstorming and door-knocking in PA-17, culminating with a rally with Rebekah Price on July 31
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« Reply #18 on: May 11, 2021, 12:32:03 AM »

Alright, that's the deadline for the first turn. Currently the only candidates that haven't campaigned yet are NC-R (S019, missed) and AZ-R (open). I'll be flexible this time but late campaigns will probably get you deducted if this continues (obvious exception for empty races/extenuating circumstances)

I'm currently working on the updates and they will be out soon.
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« Reply #19 on: May 15, 2021, 12:54:37 PM »

TURN II - AUGUST 2022
Biden Approval
Approve 50%
Disapprove 44%
Unsure 6%

Congressional Approval
Approve 19%
Disapprove 73%
Unsure 8%

Generic Congressional Ballot (Polling Composite)
Democratic 48%
Republican 44%
Undecided 8%

NEWS:
- Justice Stephen Breyer to retire - Biden expected to nominate Ketanji Brown Jackson for key spot
- Rep.'s Matt Gaetz, Gwen Moore get into altercation outside Capitol as frustrations in Congress intensify
- Report: Manchin 'frustrated', angry with McConnell for continued, 'indiscriminate' obstruction
- Georgia gubernatorial candidate Vernon Jones catches flak for inappropriate insults against opponent Stacey Abrams
- Progressives irritated after Speaker Pelosi sidelines their preferred police bill

Campaigning is now open for Turn II. Polling will come shortly. Arizona polls are currently frozen until a new player for their Republican is found - polling for AZ this round is randomized from the same numbers as last round.
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« Reply #20 on: May 15, 2021, 10:09:31 PM »

STATE OF THE RACE

With a long time still left before the 2022 midterm elections, candidates across the nation have been jockeying to establish themselves and consolidate their bases, while also working with their parties to secure wins up and down the ballot. And the Senate candidates in the five races (North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Georgia, and Wisconsin) are no different - over the past month, they've been campaigning across their states to try and get an early edge in their respective races.

And for the most part, they have been successful. In North Carolina, Democratic candidate Joan Higginbotham has inspired increased energy among demographics key to her victory. In Pennsylvania, an unconventional election is playing out with Democrat Cartwight attempting to win back rural areas with his opponent pursuing a broader strategy. And, in Georgia, both candidates have managed to consolidate their bases.

However, not every party has fared well during this initial campaigning period. In North Carolina, #WheresWalker is trending on Twitter as the NCGOP's handpicked candidate has been absent from the trail. In Arizona, health concerns for leading Republican Russell Bowers have put the race on hold. And, in Wisconsin, while Democrat Tom Nelson has run a fairly textbook campaign, Republican Scott Walker has made various statements that have called into question his appeal to the GOP base. While Trump and other Republicans have been steady in their support for him, there have reportedly been concerns about him voiced behind the scenes and he will need to toe closer to the party line to retain base support.

And as always, we remind readers that the accuracy of polls has been under scrutiny since the 2020 election, and that the only poll with 100% accuracy is that taken on Election Day.

Polls
Quinnipac (NC): Higginbotham 49, Walker 44
CNN (NC): Walker 46, Higginbotham 46

SurveyMonkey (PA): Cartwright 47, Costello 43
NYT-Siena (PA): Cartwright 47, Costello 44

Quinnipac (AZ): Kelly 50, Bowers 42
NYT-Siena (AZ): Kelly 49, Bowers 42

NYT-Siena (GA): Warnock 48, Collins 45
Rasmussen (GA): Collins 48, Warnock 46

PPP (D) (WI): Nelson 51, Walker 41
Quinnipac (WI): Nelson 50, Walker 43
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« Reply #21 on: May 16, 2021, 09:35:51 PM »

July-August Schedule

July 1-4: Mecklenberg County, NC

July 1: Campaign launch in Charlotte
July 2: Town hall in Charlotte
July 3: Door knocking in Charlotte
July 4: Attend fundraiser in Charlotte

July 5-9: Make calls to donors

July 10-13: Gastonia County, NC

July 10: Rally in Gastonia
July 11: Town hall in Gastonia
July 12: Door knocking in Gastonia
July 13: Rally in Gastonia

July 14-17: Travel to Washington, DC to attend fundraisers and meet with key Republican donors and strategists

July 18-21: Wake County, NC

July 18: Rally in Raleigh
July 19: Door knocking in Raleigh
July 20: Town hall in Raleigh
July 21: Meet and greet with voters in Raleigh

July 22-24: Buncombe County, NC

July 22: Rally in Asheville
July 23: Town hall in Asheville
July 24: Door knocking in Asheville

July 25-28: Phone banking (calling people all across the state)

July 29-August 2: Create campaign literature and then mail it to registered Republicans and Independents all across the state

August 3-6: Union County, NC

August 3: Rally in Monroe
August 4: Door knocking in Monroe (with campaign literature and flyers)
August 5: Meet and greet with voters in Monroe
August 6: Town hall in Monroe

August 7-12: Travel to New York to attend fundraisers and meet with donors

August 13-16: New Hanover County, NC

August 13: Rally in Wilmington
August 14: Town hall in Wilmington televised by local media
August 15: Door knocking in Wilmington (with campaign literature and flyers)
August 16: Meet and greet in Wilmington

August 17-21: Meet with Republican strategists and run a post-mortem for the first few weeks of the campaign

August 22-26: Barnstorm the Appalachian counties (except Buncombe)

August 27-31: Travel to Washington DC to meet with Republican strategists and leaders to discuss post-mortem
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« Reply #22 on: May 17, 2021, 01:40:38 PM »


August Statewide Ad "Home"

"I became an astronaut thanks to hard work and education. I attained two master's degrees after being rejected for my first application to become an astronaut with NASA. The second time, I got in. I was only the third Black woman to be able to see the Earth from space, and I'm incredibly honored by that distinction."


"I became a North Carolinian out of love. When I met my husband James, I instantly fell in love with him, his hometown of Charlotte, and the state of North Carolina. I'm proud to call North Carolina home."


"When I moved here I noticed a disconnect between the people of the state and our representation in Washington. North Carolinians are hard workers, we don't care about what political party you are in, we care about results. While it seems like Congress cares more about grandstanding than getting their job done."


"North Carolinians need an advocate, someone who won't vote to take away their health insurance, whether it's private or through the Affordable Care Act. We need a Senator who supports reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act. And we need a Senator who will stand up to special interests and party leaders to do what's right for our state."


"Washington doesn't need more politics as usual, it needs a Congress that can roll up its sleeves and get to work for the American people."


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« Reply #23 on: May 17, 2021, 02:57:05 PM »

Scott Walker Schedule-August 2022, Part One

August 1, 2022

Meet Voters, Dylan's Dairy, Cornell, Wisconsin

Speech at the University Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin

I'm sure Ketnaji Brown Jackson is a fine judge, however she's also a radical leftist, and I can't support her nomination to the highest court in the land. We need justices on the Supreme Court who are willing to overturn Roe v. Wade and Obergefell v. Hodges, not left wing hacks who keep those precedents intact.

Speech at Carson Park, Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Whether or not you believe the 2020 election was stolen is immaterial at this point. If you believe it was stolen, as I do, your focus should be on winning back Congress and putting President Trump back in the White House in 2024, rather than trying to re-litigate 2020. If you don't believe it was stolen, like my good friend Adam Kinzinger, than you should still be trying to help us win back Congress and defeat President Biden in 2024. Our party is stronger united than it is divided, and the sooner we realize that, the better off we will be this November.

Meet Voters, Sweet Retreat Cake Boutique, Loyal, Wisconsin

August 2-6

Fundraisers in the Green Bay area/Attend Green Bay Packers Training Camp.

August 7-9

Meet with Republican Leaders (Donald Trump, Mike Pence, Mitch McConnell and Rick Scott), Mar-A-Lago, Indianapolis, Washington D.C.
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« Reply #24 on: May 23, 2021, 08:53:16 AM »

Kimberly Yee Schedule - August 2022

August 1

Speech in Phoenix, Arizona
« Washington needs a turnaround and that requires leading and getting things done. Now we're suffering the consequences of the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline, the highest gas prices since 2014 ($2.99 per gallon), rising inflation threatening our economy, border crisis, assault on Israel, etc. Yet, too many politicians, including Mark Kelly don't get it. I know how to get things done and that's why I'm proud to have helped Governor Ducey to fix Arizona as Secretary of Treasury. Under our tenure, we balanced the budget each fiscal year since 2015. Thanks to the free enterprise, tax-cut policies embraced by Governor Ducey and I, more than 500,000 jobs have been created in Arizona in the last 8 years, Arizona is ranking 4th in the nation in terms of GDP growth, even higher than California, Florida and Texas and we're third in the nation for economic monentum and our state's medium household incomes have reached a record high of $61,125. I know how to get things done and that's what I will do as Arizona's next U.S. Senator by fighting for lower taxes, fiscal discipline, protection of our constitutional rights, strong borders and a strong military. I need your vote in order to fix Washington and move America forward. »

August 2-3
Fundraising events in the Phoenix suburbs

August 4-5

Campaign in Tempe, AZ
Foreign policy speech in Tempe, AZ
Campaign in Peoria, AZ
Economic policy speech in Peoria, AZ
Campaign in Scottsdale, AZ
Veteran policy speech in Scottsdale, AZ

August 6-7

Campaign in Glendale, AZ
Foreign policy speech at the Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, AZ
Campaign in Mesa, AZ
Trade policy speech in Mesa, AZ
Campaign in Nogales, AZ
Supreme Court policy speech in Nogales, AZ

August 8-11
Secretary of Treasury duties in Phoenix, Arizona

August 12-14
Energy policy speech in Tucson, Arizona

« Arizona is a great example of our duty to get our country to energy independence. Arizona has the 6th highest gas prices in the country, which is $13.69/thousand cu ft. Yet in their attempt to raise regulations and taxes on America's energy industry and everyday hard-working Americans, liberals like Mark Kelly believe that we can achieve energy independence without more drilling and without nuclear power. Kelly and the left-wing radicals in Washington are leading a war on energy, including banning oil drilling on federal lands and seeking to abolish fracking. The fact is that we can't afford that kind of big government agenda that already brought America's gas prices at their highest rate since 2014, which is $2.99 per gallon, that is making us dependent on foreign energy and undermining our national security as some of our imports of foreign energy come from countries in throes of tyrants or terrorism, forces seeking to do harm to the American people. As Senator, I will advocate policies that will make sure that America takes advantage of all of its sources of energy, including oil, gas, coal, nuclear, wind, solar energies in order to encourage both job creation and a clean environment as well as a stronger national security as energy independence will deprive anti-American forces of any revenues from our energy dependence to fund activities threatening our national security interests. That's why a vote for our campaign is a vote for a more prosperous, stronger and safer America. »

August 15-17

Town hall meetings in Bisbee, Sierra Vista, San Tan Valley, Casa Grande and Florence, AZ

August 18-19

Campaign in Tucson, AZ
Meet with college voters at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ
Economic and fiscal discipline policy speech in Tucson, AZ
Immigration policy speech in Tucscon, AZ
Campaign in Marana, AZ
Health care policy speech in Marana, AZ
Campaign in Sahuarita, AZ
Campaign in Oro Valley, AZ

August 20-22

Campaign in Yuma, AZ
Economic policy speech in Yuma, AZ
National security policy speech in Yuma, AZ
Health care policy speech in Yuma, AZ
Campaign in San Luis, AZ
Border policy speech in San Luis, AZ
Campaign in Somerton, AZ
Education policy speech in Somerton, AZ

August 23-24

China policy speech in Tucson, AZ :
« Communist China represents a serious and unique threat to America's security and to world peace. But my opponent put America's national security at risk when his company took Chineese money as subsidies. As the Pentagon reported, China's military is using espionage to infiltrate U.S. Space industry so they can steal our technology and military secrets. We need a Senator who will put America's national security first instead of profits and who will stand up to China. As Senator, I will work to bring manufacturing of essential products—such as personal protective equipment (PPE) and prescription drugs—home from China, and ensuring we stop shipping our jobs overseas, hold China accountable for unleashing this pandemic on us and put Arizonan and American workers first.

August 25-26

Secretary of Treasury duties in Phoenix, Arizona

August 27-28

Fundraising events in El Mirage and Phoenix, AZ with Rick Scott

August 29-31

Campaign in Parker, AZ
Campaign in Quartzsite, AZ
Campaign in Show Low, AZ
Free enterprise policy speech in Show Low, AZ
Campaign in Holbrook, AZ
Gun rights policy speech in Holbrook, AZ
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