All Things with Kim Strassel: The Ones Who Got it Right in 2024
WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch
Deep Dive
What key issues did Ted Cruz highlight as critical for Republicans to address in the 2024 election?
Ted Cruz emphasized fiscal conservatism, criticizing out-of-control spending and debt as bipartisan problems. He also highlighted the need to connect with suburban women, focusing on issues like inflation, the economy, and immigration to persuade swing voters.
How did Tim Sheehy describe the challenge of winning over split-ticket voters in Montana?
Tim Sheehy noted that Montana has a history of split-ticket voting, with voters supporting Republicans for president but Democrats for Senate. He attributed this to the crafted political image of his opponent, John Tester, and emphasized the need to highlight Tester's voting record with the Biden administration and his impeachment votes against Trump.
What sleeper issues did Scott Rasmussen identify as potential game-changers in the 2024 election?
Scott Rasmussen identified cultural issues, such as biological males competing in women's sports, as potential sleeper issues. He noted that only 14% of voters support this policy, and it could create the perception of Kamala Harris as a radical progressive Democrat.
What was Ralph Reed's strategy for mobilizing evangelical voters in the 2024 election?
Ralph Reed's strategy included knocking on 10 million doors, sending 28 million text messages, and distributing 30 million voter guides in churches. The goal was to educate voters on key issues like taxes, the economy, and immigration, and to increase turnout by 5-10% in battleground states.
Why did Ted Cruz criticize the CHIPS and Science Act despite supporting semiconductor manufacturing?
Ted Cruz supported the semiconductor manufacturing provisions of the CHIPS and Science Act but criticized the $60 billion in direct taxpayer payments to large corporations, which he viewed as corporate welfare. He also highlighted delays in environmental permitting for new semiconductor plants.
How did Tim Sheehy link national policies to local issues in Montana?
Tim Sheehy argued that national policies, such as inflation, immigration, and high interest rates, have direct local impacts in Montana, including rising housing costs and crime. He emphasized that these issues stem from failed national policies of the Biden administration.
What role did Ralph Reed predict Hispanic voters would play in the 2024 election?
Ralph Reed predicted a significant shift among Hispanic voters, particularly those of faith, in the 2024 election. He noted that Donald Trump was either leading or within the margin of error among Hispanic voters in national polls, which could impact key states like Nevada, New Mexico, and Pennsylvania.
- Republican strategies focused on addressing voter fatigue with both parties and economic concerns.
- Messaging targeted swing voters, particularly suburban women, highlighting issues like inflation and immigration.
- Early voting strategies and their impact on election results are discussed.
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