“The economy is growing” was an oft-repeated slogan during the 1992 presidential election, allegedly used by politician James Carville to explain voters’ motivations.
While economic concerns remain deep-rooted for voters ahead of the November election between President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump, the wars in Gaza and Ukraine could influence enough voters in undecided states to weigh in on how outside politics will play out on Election Day.
“This election was expected to be very unfair and decided by a very small margin,” said Robert Collins, a professor of urban planning and public policy at Dillard University in New Orleans, La. “It’s an election where someone who is aware of their views could potentially determine who becomes president.”
“It’s a big step forward,” said Massachusetts music professor Lori Sklar. American Voss This election is different from others because, on the one hand, the Gaza war is a “defining moment” for young democrats;
“The reason Eligion is a third-party candidate is because there are a lot of young liberal voters who didn’t vote for Biden in November and are worried that Trump could mean that,” Scalar explained.
Young people gather in the center of Gaza
This year’s president’s question for Harvard Kennedy School students ages 18-29 was: Eternal Flame of Gaza.
Brooklyn Birdie, a student from Shreveport, Louisiana, said she would support Biden in 2020 but oppose him in 2024.
“I can’t believe ‘Genocide Joe’ gave me this sound,” Birdie said. VOA. “Cleaning technician’s accomplice during the course.”
That doesn’t mean she voted for Trump.
“As a businessman, I think a President Trump would be good for the economy,” he said, adding, “But I have no faith and no doubt in Israel. I considered voting third, but it just wasn’t safe today.”
priority
U.S. overseas papers are important to neo-Yorkina professor Paige Benson, but it’s not something you should vote on.
“I value external politics and creativity and I really value relationships with other countries,” he said. VOA“But now I’m doing a lot of work back home.”
“When someone voted, confidence in the economy was gone,” he added. “In that moment, the whole world disappeared.” Knowing someone whose income was a set amount and didn’t expire, “Imagine what we would be like for the rest of our lives.”
Florida jubilant Harvey Wasserman said he voted on immigration.
“External politics are important, but I want to assert my rights and my part of the world,” he says. “For me, it’s the heart of home.” Check out the requirements for secure borders and well-lit cities. “That’s Trump’s main goal.”
Decision in Margenes
“Tensions with other countries have a big impact on me,” said Rebecca Urrutia, a Connecticut voter, who voted for Trump.
“I don’t like Trump’s communication style at all, but he is much stronger in foreign politics,” he added. “It’s direct and has a lot to promote.” Meanwhile, the Biden administration is very vague about its position. It’s disappointing in the “You can’t decide” game. Foreign politics is also a priority for Louisiana Debbie Pesces’ supporter, but she voted for Biden.
“President Putin is the president of Ukraine and parts of Europe have launched an attack,” he said. “We are very concerned about the current situation in the Gaza Strip, but we will never allow Hamas to threaten true democracy in the Middle East.”
“Casa Blanca needs a quiet place,” Peces continues, “and I don’t care about Biden’s age. Her temperament is much better than Trump’s.”
Impact of the 2024 election
Collins, the Dillard University professor, said the focus on outside political motivations like the Gaza war highlighted differences in an election decided by uncertain circumstances — in Georgia, for example, where Biden won by more than 12,000 votes five years ago.
“There are over 11,000 Muslims in Atlanta,” Collins said, “and the shiks are registered to non-Muslim college students who are extremely unhappy with the way this is a decision by the president-elect and the way Biden is leading the conflict with Israel.”
“Finally, Muslim people conclude that Biden is second best when compared to President Trump’s policies in the Middle East,” he continued, “but a significant number of young Democrats will praise this president.” No voters. The question is: Have we detected enough men and women to influence the election?
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