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The Yapper's Digest: October 4, 2024
“The rules were you guys weren’t going to fact check” - JD Vance
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October 04, 2024
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A story I’m keeping tabs on is… the one where the literal former Mesa County Clerk [local elections head] was sentenced to nine years behind bars for – I kid you not – providing unauthorized access to county voting equipment. These are the same people that scream about voter fraud, meanwhile they’re just telling on themselves. -Maddie Something that I’d love people to be aware of is… that the North Carolina Board of Elections has launched a webpage with all of the up to date details for voters in the western part of the state that have been impacted by Hurricane Helene. Anderson Clayton also chatted about how the devastation may impact voters, which is worth a listen. -Maddie Something that’s giving me hope… is quite honestly the reaction to Melania Trump’s yapping about being pro-choice, which even if she is, is such a strategic grift at this point. The reaction seems to understand that – A+ for people not taking this permission-slip style bait. -Maddie Something that’s making me want to buy a stress ball… the possibility of a Trump revenge tour in a second term. He’s talked about it himself, but so have we with our friends at CAP. GO VOTE, OKAY??? -Maddie An episode I want people to share with a friend is… our episode with Debra Shigley who is running for Georgia State House. As we’re seeing in a different state, Oklahoma, public education is under attack – and this episode, while focused on Georgia sheds light on that, which is important to note no matter what state you’re in. -Maddie | A story I’m keeping tabs on is… that the one of pure heinousity, the list of members of Congress who voted against FEMA relief before Hurricane Helene, all while knowing a storm was coming, and that hurricane season was/isn’t over. These reps are literally from the states impacted. I truly just cannot. -Sammy Something that I’d love people to be aware of is… that USAFacts has a nonpartisan facts-only newsletter that can not just inform you, but will position you to win any political bar trivia night you attend. It’s one of my faves because #funfacts. -Sammy Something that’s giving me hope… the polling in the North Carolina governor’s race showing Josh Stein 17 points ahead of Lt. Governor Mark Robinson. BTW Robinson didn’t vote on current Governor Cooper’s emergency declaration for the state, and yet the guy that burned his hand on a truck exhaust pipe [how can you be that dumb??] is complaining that the governor isn’t doing enough?? Oh wait this was supposed to be about hope, oops. -Sammy Something that’s making me want to buy a stress ball… is really so many things ATM, but if we’re going to call one out, it’s the fact that Trump as prez literally initially refused to provide federal disaster relief to California for the deadly 2018 wildfires because it’s a ‘Dem state.’ It’s that type of insanity that makes me stressed AF for if he wins in November. -Sammy An episode I want people to share with a friend is.. our episode with Rep. Colin Allred. I’ve said it once, twice, a million times at this point, but he’s got a great shot at beating Ted Cruz, and part of making that happen is informing voters about Rep. Allred, turning those voters out, AND especially educating them on the fact that there’s a REAL alternative to come out and to vote for. -Sammy |
ON THE POD: THE BFD MARYLAND SENATE RACE
An interview with Angela Alsobrooks, candidate for US Senate [MD]
We’re in the final stretch of election season and there’s a US Senate race you need to have on your radar – and it’s in a purple state, Maryland. The race is between County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and the state’s former Governor, Larry Hogan – and you guessed it, it’s a close one. So, we brought County Executive Alsobrooks on the show to chat about her campaign, what’s at stake, and what her vision is for that seat, which is where this episode comes into play. Tune into the convo via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
Social Media Managers, this is for YOU
Some would say Christmas came early, others would say miracles still exist – either way, the news of the moment is that #VIRAL, The Newsletter is now available for free to all subscribers. The weekly newsletter is filled with need-to-know content trends and concepts for political digital and comms professionals. If you’re new to the world of #VIRAL, you can expect a variety pack of social media ideas that work for political applications, sent to your inbox every Tuesday. As they say, ~it’s like a reward~ and now it’s free, so you can have more free time back on your cal. Scroll for ideas and forward it to a social media manager in your circle.
THE VARSITY VOTER COLLECTION
New launch, who dis?
Join the varsity voting team with our new merch drop [and by checking-in with all of your friends to make sure they have a voter plan]. Perfect for voting from your couch – the Varsity Voter Collection includes cozy crewnecks and joggers, which BTW are also great to do phone banking in.
OOOOOH THAT’S NIIIIIICE
Lil’ things we’re loving
This cutie little plant store in Greenpoint, BK called Tend. It’s giving secret garden.
Oat milk cappuccinos with honey, and a few other coffee-related recs shared here.
These sparkly yet subtle ballet flats that are somehow only $30 from Target <3
Our very own supa dupa cozy varsity voter sweatpants in black that are perf for election szn and winter nights in.
This newsletter that not just shares NY events to go to, but how much social energy you need to have for each of them.
The number of famous cutie animals vying to out-cute Moo Deng is growing like with this Koala and this bear, and we’re here for it because it’s letting us see so many adorable fuzzy faces.
ADD TO THE DMS
Makin’ there way from DM to DM
The good news that more people should be yapping about involving student debt relief is explained here by Kerr Bear.
Liz Cheney endorsing Kamala Harris is iconic as seen here, and what we would do to be a fly on the wall to witness their convos per this look.
What did people Google before and after the VP debate? This graphic tells all.
For those that like scavenger hunts as much as we do, you’ll get a kick out of Curbed’s mapping of Mayor Eric Adams raids that led to his indictments. LOL.
What has Kamala Harris done? checks this long list that doesn’t even begin to capture it all but is shareable
Election officials are continuing to grapple with threats, and this Boston Globe article x post on what clerks are dealing with is BAAAAnanas.
POLITICAL FASHUUUUUUN
Get this look – Gretchen Whitmer’s Bravo Clubhouse look
@truegretch ⏱️ on @BravoWWHL
Pink work dress *on sale BTW!
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