The staunchest backers of political prediction marketplaces insist that the fears of election interference are overstated – and that the insights gleaned from their data serve a greater purpose.
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Pro-Harris groups embrace identity to fundraise via Zoom
Attendees of the virtual events in July contributed more than $20 million to the $310 million the campaign raised that month.
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U.S. consumer sentiment rises slightly on Democratic optimism over Harris’ presidential prospects
Since inflation struck more than three years ago, Americans have been feeling grumpy. As the November presidential election approaches, many blamed President Biden for higher prices.
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Harris unveils populist policy agenda, with $6,000 credit for newborns
The vice president endorses government action on housing, groceries, medical debt, drugs and other issues.
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Kamala Harris to propose ban on ‘price gouging’ for food, groceries
The vice president’s policy approach is expected to largely mirror President Biden’s, with changes in rhetoric and some key aspects.
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Rep. Jared Golden says he won’t endorse Harris for president
Golden has been hounded with questions from the media and criticism from Republicans about his reluctance to take a stand in the presidential election.
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Kamala Harris is among 1 in 8 Americans who have worked at McDonald’s
In a new campaign ad, the Democratic presidential nominee is making her stint at McDonald’s a relatable part of her story.
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RFK Jr. tried to meet with Harris to discuss Cabinet job
The outreach, made through intermediaries, follows a meeting in Milwaukee last month between Kennedy and Donald Trump to discuss a similar policy role and endorsement that resulted in no agreement.
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Maine voter registrations spiked after Biden exited presidential race
Registrations jumped following Biden’s announcement on July 21 and the month ended with 3,793 registrations, the most of any month in the past year with the exception of November 2023.
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FBI investigating after Trump campaign said sensitive documents were hacked by Iran
Iran’s mission to the United Nations, when asked about the claim of the Trump campaign, denied being involved.