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Released: 12-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Presidential Debate Aftermath for Harris and Trump, Experts Discuss
Virginia Tech

The second presidential debate of the 2024 U.S. presidential debate contrasted a polished, occasionally evasive performance by Vice President Kamala Harris against an aggressive, defensive performance by former President Donald Trump. Virginia Tech political scientist Karen Hult and media communications expert Cayce Myers discussed the results of the debate.

Released: 11-Sep-2024 2:05 PM EDT
Misinformation, Deepfakes and Bias, Oh My! MSU Experts on Media Literacy During Election Season
Michigan State University

With little more than 50 days until the Nov. 5 presidential election and a debate to unpack, coverage of the candidates will continue to ramp up online, on TV and on social media. With so many different sources and modalities to receive information, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish fact from fiction.

Released: 11-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: Early Polls Showing Harris Wins Debate Against Trump, Shifting the Election Dynamics
George Washington University

In a YouGov poll following Tuesday's debate, 43 percent of respondents declared Vice President Harris the winner over former President Trump, while only 28 percent thought Trump came out on top. ...

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Released: 11-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Celebrity Endorsements Help Candidates, but Could Taylor Swift’s Move the Needle for Kamala Harris?
Virginia Tech

Celebrities have a long history of entering the political space to endorse candidates, specifically in high-interest races, and this presidential election is no different. Last night, following the presidential debate, Taylor Swift - arguably the biggest celebrity in the world - came out in support of Kamala Harris.

Newswise: Reminder: Debate Watch Party at Cal State Fullerton
Released: 10-Sep-2024 7:05 PM EDT
Reminder: Debate Watch Party at Cal State Fullerton
California State University, Fullerton

Cal State Fullerton’s Housing and Residential Engagement office is hosting a watch party from 5:30-7 p.m. tonight for CSUF students to view Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' first presidential debate of 2024.

Released: 10-Sep-2024 2:05 PM EDT
"Debate & Dip" Debate-Watching Event
California State University, Fullerton

If you’re looking for events to help localize your coverage of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' first presidential debate of 2024, Cal State Fullerton’s Housing and Residential Engagement office is hosting a debate watch party tonight for CSUF students.

Newswise: Experts Available: 2024 presidential election, policies and more
Released: 10-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Experts Available: 2024 presidential election, policies and more
Washington University in St. Louis

The following is a list of Washington University in St. Louis faculty experts who can discuss a variety of topics related to the election, politics and national and local issues.For assistance, contact Sara Savat at 314-935-9615 or [email protected] Butler, professor of political science, Arts & Sciencesdaniel.

Released: 10-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Insight into Massachusetts Ballot Question 3: A union for rideshare drivers
Tufts University

A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life analyzes the risks and potential of Massachusetts Ballot Question 3, which would clear a path to unionization for rideshare drivers using an approach that’s largely untested in the United States.

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Released: 9-Sep-2024 3:05 PM EDT
The Trump-Harris Debate: Experts Lay Out the Stakes for Both Candidates
Virginia Tech

On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will share a stage in what likely will be the only presidential debate prior to the November election. Political scientist Karen Hult and media and public relations expert Cayce Myers provide their thoughts on what both candidates will set out to accomplish and what weaknesses they must overcome.

Released: 9-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: All Eyes on Harris-Trump Debate as Candidates Clash Over Future of America
George Washington University

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off in a debate at the National Constitution Center on Tuesday. ...

6-Sep-2024 3:05 PM EDT
A Gun Safety Paradox: Study Finds Some Precautions Linked to Riskier Storage Practices
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Rutgers Health researchers surveyed 870 parents in nine states with diverse firearm policies and ownership rates.

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Released: 6-Sep-2024 3:05 PM EDT
False Election Information From AI Chatbots — Expert Explains What to Guard Against and Avoid
Virginia Tech

Anyone who uses artificial intelligence (AI)-driven chatbots or voice assistants for election information should know these tools might provide misleading or false information. Virginia Tech digital literacy expert Julia Feerrar makes recommendations for sorting AI-generated fiction from fact.

Released: 6-Sep-2024 3:05 PM EDT
MSU expert: How much do presidential debates matter?
Michigan State University

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to square off for their first presidential debate matchup on September 10 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Released: 6-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: ABC Presidential Debate Expert List
George Washington University

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to debate this coming Tuesday, September 10. ...

Released: 5-Sep-2024 4:05 PM EDT
MSU experts: ‘Childless cat ladies’ – how many are there?
Michigan State University

U.S. vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance recently made headlines after previous remarks he made in 2021 resurfaced in which he said that the U.S. was being run by Democrats, corporate oligarchs and a “bunch of childless cat ladies who are miserable at their own lives and the choices that they’ve made and so they want to make the rest of the country miserable, too.” While pundits often focus on the impact of suburban family voters, MSU psychologists say those without children should not be overlooked.

Released: 5-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Do Women Candidates Have a Harder Time Being Elected?
Tufts University

Brian Schaffner, a Tufts University political science professor and Newhouse Professor of Civic Studies at Tisch College, speaks about the role of gender in American politics.

Released: 5-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Insight on Massachusetts Ballot Question 2: Eliminating the MCAS graduation requirement
Tufts University

A report released today by the Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) at Tufts University's Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life examines the core arguments for and against Massachusetts Ballot Question 2, which lets Massachusetts students graduate from high school without passing the 10th grade MCAS or otherwise proving their readiness to the state.



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