I have two issues with this Issues Chart, and chose not to share it with my network.
I object to the characterization of Harris' ban on price gouging as "Grocery Price Controls". They are two different things. I make no claims that the ban on gouging will be effective, or that it will solve a real problem, but to call it price controls is wrong and misleading.
The chart helps to create the illusion that the election is mostly about issues. Yes, they are important, but for me the election is first and foremost about Trump's character and fitness for office. He is unfit.
Yes, I do now. I didn't think so before Biden dropped out, but I kept an open mind and listened to her. Before, I thought she was incompetent and way too far left. She convinced me that she is competent by running a very competent campaign. And her policies on the economy are better than I expected and much better than Trump's. For example, her housing policy recognizes the supply side. She will work with businesses and local governments to increase the supply of starter homes.
She also has good policies for small businesses, supports apprenticeships and promotions without college degrees, all favorable to the middle and working class that have been hurt by globalization, without being protectionist. Trumps Tariffs and deportation of large chunks of the economy would cause inflation and damage the economy.
She's lied through her teeth throughout, switched opinions on EVERY issue. Lowest rating for a VP in history. Border is a mess. Political chameleon at best, lying deceiving Trojan horse at worst. Just imagine her at the table with Putin, it's too risky. Vote Trump.
Good summary Table. Especially th ecolor distinction between executive and legislative action. My only concern with the simplifications of "yes" and "no" is that it does not allow for any granularity in the actual positions. E.g. VP Harris is not necessarily for taxing all unrealized capital gains. It would only for those with hundred(s) of millions in assets. I have had some similar concerns on the Surveys sent out by No Labels "are you "for" or "against" some issue, kind of like Smerconish does every day. Many issues have lots of grey and I believe the No Labels members are the type of voters who see the grey in many issues. Just my humble view on yes no questions!
Framing the reproductive rights issue as state choice versus federal codification of Roe misses the point entirely. It’s an issue of bodily autonomy and individual rights that should not be subject to the tyranny of Legislative majorities, state or federal. Trump created this issue through his Supreme Court picks. Your suggestion that the alarms being sounded by Democrats and many others including prominent and patriotic Republicans regarding Trump‘s demonstrated fascist tendencies are inappropriate fear mongering, tells me that the leadership of no labels is not serious about defending our democracy. There is no Equivalency between these legitimate concerns based on past actions and current threats and Republican claims that “socialist” policies will lead to communism. What’s more likely to lead to communism is Republican support for an ever-growing disparity in wealth and struggling working class. The failure to take a position of leadership on defending our democracy against Trump in the guise of bipartisanship and problem-solving is morally bankrupt. True leaders should be able to take a principal position and explain it while also demonstrating the willingness to consider all viewpoints and compromise where necessary. Trump does not deserve the benefit of your little chart.
under voting- they have both made statements about accepting the results of the election. under governance- there has been changes in laws the protect federal employees from being fired by the president for political reasons that i believe is an issue that differentiates them. also, they have made statements and have track records about who they would hire as cabinet members and other political appointees. many voters identify climate as a main issue and i realize you have energy here but there are additional climate policy differences.
I have two issues with this Issues Chart, and chose not to share it with my network.
I object to the characterization of Harris' ban on price gouging as "Grocery Price Controls". They are two different things. I make no claims that the ban on gouging will be effective, or that it will solve a real problem, but to call it price controls is wrong and misleading.
The chart helps to create the illusion that the election is mostly about issues. Yes, they are important, but for me the election is first and foremost about Trump's character and fitness for office. He is unfit.
And you think Harris qualified to be President? Wow!!!
Yes, I do now. I didn't think so before Biden dropped out, but I kept an open mind and listened to her. Before, I thought she was incompetent and way too far left. She convinced me that she is competent by running a very competent campaign. And her policies on the economy are better than I expected and much better than Trump's. For example, her housing policy recognizes the supply side. She will work with businesses and local governments to increase the supply of starter homes.
She also has good policies for small businesses, supports apprenticeships and promotions without college degrees, all favorable to the middle and working class that have been hurt by globalization, without being protectionist. Trumps Tariffs and deportation of large chunks of the economy would cause inflation and damage the economy.
She's lied through her teeth throughout, switched opinions on EVERY issue. Lowest rating for a VP in history. Border is a mess. Political chameleon at best, lying deceiving Trojan horse at worst. Just imagine her at the table with Putin, it's too risky. Vote Trump.
https://substack.com/home/post/p-150725410
Your Vote for Trump Is an Endorsement of Bigotry, Cruelty, and the Erosion of Rights—No Matter the Reason You Give.
Good summary Table. Especially th ecolor distinction between executive and legislative action. My only concern with the simplifications of "yes" and "no" is that it does not allow for any granularity in the actual positions. E.g. VP Harris is not necessarily for taxing all unrealized capital gains. It would only for those with hundred(s) of millions in assets. I have had some similar concerns on the Surveys sent out by No Labels "are you "for" or "against" some issue, kind of like Smerconish does every day. Many issues have lots of grey and I believe the No Labels members are the type of voters who see the grey in many issues. Just my humble view on yes no questions!
Agree with there are several shades of grey and not everything is easily answered by a Yes/No. especially on the granular level (I.e. tax positions)
Framing the reproductive rights issue as state choice versus federal codification of Roe misses the point entirely. It’s an issue of bodily autonomy and individual rights that should not be subject to the tyranny of Legislative majorities, state or federal. Trump created this issue through his Supreme Court picks. Your suggestion that the alarms being sounded by Democrats and many others including prominent and patriotic Republicans regarding Trump‘s demonstrated fascist tendencies are inappropriate fear mongering, tells me that the leadership of no labels is not serious about defending our democracy. There is no Equivalency between these legitimate concerns based on past actions and current threats and Republican claims that “socialist” policies will lead to communism. What’s more likely to lead to communism is Republican support for an ever-growing disparity in wealth and struggling working class. The failure to take a position of leadership on defending our democracy against Trump in the guise of bipartisanship and problem-solving is morally bankrupt. True leaders should be able to take a principal position and explain it while also demonstrating the willingness to consider all viewpoints and compromise where necessary. Trump does not deserve the benefit of your little chart.
under voting- they have both made statements about accepting the results of the election. under governance- there has been changes in laws the protect federal employees from being fired by the president for political reasons that i believe is an issue that differentiates them. also, they have made statements and have track records about who they would hire as cabinet members and other political appointees. many voters identify climate as a main issue and i realize you have energy here but there are additional climate policy differences.