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Michigan Is a Road to the White House, Rep. Huizenga Says
Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., said he has seen a political shift in the swing state of Michigan.
“It’s interesting to see how Michigan has just grown in importance, and as a crossroads,” Huizenga told The Daily Signal, “quite literally the road to the White House, the road to the Senate [Republican] majority, and the road to our own majority in the House of Representatives, I think runs right through Michigan.”
Huizenga joined “The Daily Signal Podcast” just days before the Nov. 5 presidential election to discuss the party realignment in Michigan, how the Biden-Harris administration has affected Michiganders, and the Wolverine State’s role in helping determine who the next president will be.
The 4th Congressional District lawmaker said lifelong Democrats within his own family are changing parties.
“This notion of ever voting for a Republican, much less calling yourself a Republican, never would have crossed their minds 20 years ago, and that has certainly grown, and it’s something to watch,” he said. “Then you look at what’s been happening within African American and Hispanic communities. They certainly have been looking around saying, ‘You know what? Maybe our morals and our sort of center of gravity and our beliefs don’t quite fit with the Democrats.’”
That’s a “powerful indictment” of what’s happening with the Democrats, said Huizenga, 55, currently in his seventh term.
“That’s quite a powerful indictment of what’s been happening on the Democrat side is, they’ve not just drifted leftwards, they’ve taken a hard turn leftwards in many of their stances and platforms and that kind of thing,” he said.
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That ‘Floating Island of Garbage’ is the Home of American Heroes
About 1,000 miles southeast of Miami, Florida, in the Caribbean Sea, between the Dominican Republic and the U.S. Virgin Islands, there is a part of America, a beautiful island, an island that more than three million Americans call home.
Every Memorial Day since 1978, a group of military gather at the Medal of Honor Grove in Valley Forge, Pa., to remember and pay homage to the growing number of brave men native to that Island who are recipients of the United States’ highest award for military valor in action, the Medal of Honor.
Today, there are nine recipients. They are:
• Fernando Luis García
• Carlos James Lozada
• Eurípides Rubio
• Héctor Santiago-Colón
• Humbert Roque Versace
• Félix Conde Falcón
• Juan Negrón
• Demensio Rivera
• Miguel Vera
They all served in the Korean War or the Vietnam War.
They were all born on that island in the Caribbean or were descendants of those born on that island.
They all made the ultimate sacrifice and were awarded the nation’s highest military decoration posthumously.
That island that gave us these nine heroes is the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, home to more than 225,000 men and women who have served in the United States armed forces in every war and conflict since and including World War I.
Many more served alongside American troops before then — even before becoming U.S. citizens — during the Revolutionary War and in 1889 when Congress created a battalion of Puerto Rican volunteers, after the Spanish-American War.
More than 1,200 Puertorriqueños have died while serving their country. Their names are inscribed on El Monumento de la Recordación (the Monument of Remembrance) in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Today, one week before the 2024 elections, tens of thousands of Puerto Ricans continue to serve on active-duty and in the reserves in all the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Yet, at a Trump rally Sunday at Madison Square Gardens, a so-called standup comic – picked and vetted by the Republican Party – dared to call the home of these men and women, including nine Medal of Honor recipients, “a floating island of garbage.”
It was just one of many vulgar and racist insults made by speakers at Trump’s rally on Sunday — “a cornucopia of crudeness” — some of them too vile to quote.
Yet, given several opportunities to do so, the commander-in-chief-wannabe has not only refused to offer Puertorriqueños an apology, but he has chosen to ignore the comments claiming he was not aware of them. Heck, Trump doubled down, describing the hate and vulgarities-laced event a “lovefest,” adding that it was an “honor to be involved” in such an event.
But there is always hope. Whether he wins the elections or not, perhaps one day Mr. Trump will travel to that beautiful island in the Caribbean – not armed with rolls of paper towels this time – and visit El Monumento de la Recordación to pay his respect to a group of fallen American heroes.
CODA:
This column has been edited to indicate the growing number of Medal of Honor recipients of Puerto Rican descent honored at the Honor Grove in Valley Forge, Pa. over the years since 1978.
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Daily Horoscope for November 01, 2024
General Daily Insight for November 01, 2024
A reasonable amount of transformation may sound like an oxymoron, but that’s the highlight of today. When the regenerating New Moon strikes in profound Scorpio at 8:47 am EDT, we’ll probably be excited for a fresh start — even the part of it that means shedding whatever isn’t working! This process doesn’t have to be traumatic. As Luna goes on to trine stable Saturn, we can focus on changes that are truly necessary without veering into pointless chaos. It’s possible to be both deep and grounded.
Aries
March 21 – April 19
Sealing an important deal is possible today. With the energetic New Moon in your collaborative 8th house, you might be cementing an agreement to share money or resources with someone else. You probably don’t need to open every part of your life up to their scrutiny, though. Having a clear sense of what doesn’t concern the other person should free you up to dive deeper into whatever truly is your common turf. Know your purpose for coming together, and stick to it for now.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Throwing yourself into a promising relationship could be rewarding at present. As the potent New Moon rejuvenates your 7th House of Partnership, you may find you’re with someone who truly makes you feel alive. Whether this developing connection is business or personal, you can (and should) approach it with passion and excitement. Either way, you and your companion probably have a shared connection to a larger community. Sometimes it’s not a bad thing to let that sense of what others might think rein you in!
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
Convincing others to respect you could be a high priority at the moment. Actions are likely to speak louder than words toward this end. While the vibrant Sun and the intuitive Moon meet in your 6th House of Responsibilities, you’re equipped to notice what needs to be done and take care of any problem that’s realistically within your current scope. Whether or not you eventually receive the reaction you desire from anyone else, you deserve to be proud of everything you accomplish!
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Learning how to unlock your creative powers might require some focused thought at this point. While the intimate Moon in your expressive 5th house aligns with logical Saturn in your research zone, reading up on others’ experiences with similar challenges can give you valuable direction. That said, you’ll probably have to put your own spin on whatever strategies you encounter instead of copying them exactly. That’s a good way to ease yourself into activities that require you to invest more personal effort!
Leo
July 23 – August 22
Thoughtfully cultivating your sense of emotional security should serve you well at this time. It’s understandable if external circumstances are impacting your comfort level, but at least some of the stability you’re seeking probably needs to come from within. When you’re in a more balanced state, you might approach the people in your life with a less demanding attitude. Give them the opportunity to come through for you in their unique way — support may not look exactly how you’d expect.
Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Discovering an unfamiliar side of a person you take for granted is presently possible. When someone has been a reliable presence in your life for a long time, you might not bother putting in an ongoing effort to continue getting to know them. With the rejuvenating New Moon in your 3rd House of Conversation, however, you’ll potentially find out something that’s news to you. Even if the truth makes you a little uncomfortable, remembering your long history together can help you keep everything in perspective.
Libra
September 23 – October 22
Paying attention to your finances can be more rewarding than usual. If you don’t like what you see, you’re well positioned to make a plan to change it as the perceptive Moon in your money zone aligns with disciplined Saturn in your practical 6th house. You’re potentially already better off than you might think you are! There’s almost always room for improvement, but avoid leaping into a drastic overhaul — change is most likely to stick when it cooperates with your existing habits.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
A little bit of self-expression could currently go a long way. While the passionate Moon in your sign harmonizes with reserved Saturn in your creative 5th house, you can get in touch with your feelings without spilling them all over the place. Perhaps it’s often easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you must either give people all of your intensity or repress yourself entirely. Consider: a manageable taste of what you’ve got inside could actually leave your audience craving more.
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
You’re potentially on the verge of finding out a piece of information that could really benefit you. It’s not quite a sure bet, though. Sometimes people hold back if they get the idea that you can’t handle the truth. After all, news that turns out to be good in the end isn’t always seen as such right away. To increase your chances of learning what you need to know, do your best to maintain a track record of responding to vital news calmly.
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Making a splash in your community is an option today. As the powerful New Moon enlivens your social 11th house, you’re in an ideal spot to get the word out to everyone in your network. That means you’ll have to figure out what you want to tell them! You’re better off keeping your message as short and simple as possible. Even when your subject has varying complexities, your audience must understand the basics before they can take in the whole story.
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Your sense of direction can serve you well right now. The clarifying New Moon in your 10th House of Ambition is a great time to set intentions regarding a goal you’d like to achieve. The sky isn’t necessarily the limit, though — you probably know that you only have a certain amount of money or other resources to devote to this project. Being aware of valid constraints can help you focus your efforts, so don’t feel bad about embracing your grip on reality!
Pisces
February 19 – March 20
You may be especially articulate concerning your philosophical underpinnings at the moment. While the comfort-craving Moon in your ideological 9th house supports structured Saturn in your sign, you could also see your belief system as a major part of your identity. Fortunately, your intellectual explorations are strong enough to maintain a tether to reality, so you don’t have to worry about floating away. Amid the serious atmosphere, just remember to enjoy the unique pleasure of being connected to something bigger than yourself!
Harris turns to the stars in campaign’s closing days
Appearances Thursday with Jennifer Lopez and Los Tigres del Norte cap a Harris campaign that has been heavy on celebrities. The strategy has gotten mixed
Harris has slight leads in ‘blue wall’ states: Marist polls
Vice President Harris has a slight lead in each of the key “blue wall” states that could be critical to her path to the presidency, a new poll found.
The Marist Poll released Friday showed Harris leading former President Trump by 3 points in Michigan and 2 points in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The results are a slight improvement for Harris in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin and slight decline for her in Michigan, compared to Marist’s poll in September, but she maintained her advantage across the board.
Still, all of these results are within the margin of error.
The three blue wall states may be Harris’s simplest path to winning the White House, as they have played a key role in both of the past two elections in 2016 and 2020. She is polling better there than the Sun Belt states and would likely win the election if she takes all three next week.
In her strongest state, Michigan, Harris leads Trump with 51 percent to 48 percent. Her lead was at 5 points in September.
But she improved her margin among independents from 2 points to 6 points, the same margin that President Biden carried Michigan independents by in 2020.
Harris leads in Pennsylvania with 50 percent to Trump’s 48 percent, an uptick from when they were tied in September at 49 percent each. The Keystone State saw a significant shift in independents, with Harris taking a 15-point lead among them, compared to Trump’s 4-point lead in this group in September.
She also leads 50 percent to 48 percent in Wisconsin, where she led by 1 point in September. She saw an improvement with independents here, too, from 4 points to 6 points, but it’s below the 12-point margin Biden had in the state in 2020.
Pollsters also found a significant gender gap in each state, though some of them are not as pronounced as they were in 2020.
Harris leads among women by 11 points in Michigan, 8 points in Pennsylvania and 12 points in Wisconsin, while Trump is ahead among men by 6 in Michigan, 4 in Pennsylvania and 9 in Wisconsin. The gender gap is at 17 points in Michigan and 12 points in Pennsylvania, according to the polls, large gaps but down from 24 points in Michigan and 22 points in Pennsylvania from four years ago.
The polls also found Democratic Senate candidates slightly ahead in each state. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) leads former Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) by 6 points in Michigan, Sen. Bob Casey (D-Pa.) leads Republican Dave McCormick by 2 points in Pennsylvania and Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) leads Republican Eric Hovde by 3 points in Wisconsin.
The polls were conducted from Oct. 27-30 among 1,214 likely voters in Michigan, 1,400 likely voters in Pennsylvania and 1,330 likely voters in Wisconsin. The margin of error was 3.5 points in Michigan, 3.4 points in Pennsylvania and 3.4 points in Wisconsin.
Peeking behind the curtain: News outlets are conscious of the need to explain election reporting
The Associated Press will have thousands of people on hand next week to count votes and declare winners and losers in the U.S. election, continuing a tradition that began in 1848.
Shapiro calls Vance’s Pennsylvania voter fraud claim ‘bull—-‘
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro dismissed a claim from Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance, in which the Ohio senator alleged in a post on the social platform X that voters being turned away due to long lines in Bucks County was “voter fraud.”
“That’s just more bull—- from J.D. Vance,” Shapiro told Fox News’s Bret Baier, who asked the governor about “some lines that were shut down by, it looked like Democratic operatives who stopped a line in Bucks County.”
“Remember, Bret, our system is run by Republican and Democratic clerks of elections in our 67 counties. It’s overseen by my secretary of state, Bret, who is a Republican,” Shapiro said on Thursday.
“I think everybody needs to take a deep breath and understand that it is our fellow Pennsylvanians who are running these elections, and we will, again, have a free and fair, safe and secure election,” Shapiro added.
Vance made a post on the social platform X on Thursday claiming that some voters being turned away was “voter fraud.”
“The issue was resolved so a legal, eligible voter could be counted in this election. And actually, I was pleased to see the Trump campaign acknowledge the work that myself and Secretary [Al] Schmidt are doing here in Pennsylvania,” Shapiro said.
Pennsylvania is a crucial battleground state for the candidates. In 2020, President Biden won the state, while Trump won it in 2016.
A polling aggregate from The Hill/Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ) showed Trump outpacing Vice President Harris in Pennsylvania, 48.7 percent to 47.8 percent.
The Hill has contacted Vance’s campaign for comment.
Georgia official warns of likely Russian meddling in presidential election
A video of Haitians saying they illegally voted for Kamala Harris is fake, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said, and likely a product of
Judge orders Arizona to release list of voters whose citizenship hasn’t been verified
Arizona’s secretary of state office must release a list of tens of thousands of voters who were mistakenly classified as having access to the full ballot because of a coding glitch, a Maricopa County Superior Court judge ruled Thursday.