Category: Newsletters

  • Debate commission plans change to structure of debates

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    October 1, 2020: The Commission on Presidential Debates announced it would change the format of the remaining debates. Joe Biden set a record for ActBlue fundraising during the debate. Notable Quote of the Day “Donald Trump has picked a new running mate. Yes, Vice President Mike Pence is still around. And no, the near-constant chatter about…

  • Daily Brew Volume #4 - 50 states in 25 days

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    Welcome to the Thursday, Oct. 1, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: Comparing stances: Noteworthy presidential candidates on abortion Explore Illinois elections Explore Ohio elections Comparing stances: Noteworthy presidential candidates on abortion In this week’s feature comparing the four noteworthy presidential candidates’ stances on key issues, we’re looking at…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: September 30, 2020

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    Welcome to Documenting America’s Path to Recovery, where we track the status of reopening in all 50 states. Today we look at the easing of restrictions in Nevada, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Tennessee, new outdoor playground guidelines in California, a featured story from the 1918 influenza pandemic, and more. Want to know what happened yesterday?…

  • Amy Coney Barrett nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court

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    Welcome to the September 30 special edition of Bold Justice, Ballotpedia's newsletter about the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) and other judicial happenings around the U.S. Keep up to date with Amy Coney Barrett's nomination by following us on Twitter or subscribing to the Daily Brew. About Amy Coney Barrett On September 26,…

  • Biden, Trump spar over COVID-19, economy, and race in first debate

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    September 30, 2020: Joe Biden and Donald Trump sparred over COVID-19, the economy, and racial issues in the first presidential debate. Biden is campaigning in Ohio and Pennsylvania on Wednesday, while Trump is visiting Minnesota for the second time in two weeks. Notable Quotes of the Day “This was not a debate. It was a sustained…

  • Biden, Trump meet in first presidential debate

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    Welcome to the Wednesday, September 30, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day: First presidential debate held Tuesday in Cleveland Explore North Carolina elections Explore Mississippi elections First presidential debate held Tuesday in Cleveland President Donald Trump (R) and Joe Biden (D) met Tuesday in the first of three presidential…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: September 29, 2020

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    Welcome to Documenting America’s Path to Recovery, where we track the status of reopening in all 50 states. Today we look at new reopening guidelines for towns in Massachusetts, the recently signed state budget in New Jersey, school reopenings, and more. Want to know what happened yesterday? Click here. Since our last edition What is…

  • Ohio lawmakers consider five donor disclosure bills in wake of Householder arrest

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    Ohio lawmakers consider five donor disclosure bills in wake of Householder arrest Between July 27 and Sept. 21, Ohio state lawmakers introduced at least five separate bills dealing with disclosure requirements for donors to select nonprofit entities. All of the bills propose expanding donor disclosure requirements for select groups making political expenditures, although the specific…

  • Biden, Trump will cover SCOTUS, coronavirus, race and violence in first debate

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    September 29, 2020: Joe Biden and Donald Trump will debate for the first time in Cleveland on Tuesday night. Howie Hawkins completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. Notable Quote of the Day “With so much of the electorate already clear on whom they will support, I think the key thing to watch for is: ‘What will move…

  • Documenting America's Path to Recovery: September 28, 2020

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    Welcome to Documenting America’s Path to Recovery, where we track the status of reopening in all 50 states. Today we look at an Oregon county’s move into Phase 2 of reopening, the easing of restrictions on indoor entertainment venues in Michigan, mask mandates, and more. Want to know what happened Friday? Click here. The next 24 hours What is changing…