Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, November 4, 2024

November 4, 2024

Pennsylvania

Historic $34M Floods PA Races

More than $34 million has been spent on key legislative races in Pennsylvania, with Democrats and Republicans vying for control of the House and Senate, particularly focusing on competitive districts where high-profile endorsements and significant financial backing from national interest groups are influencing campaigns. Spotlight PA has more.

Party Shifts in 13 Counties Could Decide 2024 Election Outcome

Thirteen Pennsylvania counties with significant voter registration shifts from Democratic to Republican since 2016 could play a pivotal role in the 2024 election. LehighValleyNews.com has more.

SCOTUS Allows Counting of Provisional Ballots in PA, Rejecting GOP Challenge

On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a ruling that will allow Pennsylvania to count provisional ballots from voters whose mail-in ballots were rejected, declining a Republican request that could have disqualified thousands of ballots. The Associated Press has more.

Right-Wing Activists File Mass Challenges to Overseas PA Mail-in Ballots

Right-wing activists have filed numerous challenges against mail ballot applications in Pennsylvania, primarily targeting overseas voters based on unfounded claims of ineligibility due to their residency abroad. While these challenges arise from misleading narratives about voter fraud, due in part to the Commonwealth’s unique voting laws, experts believe they are unlikely to hinder the certification of election results, although they may undermine public confidence in the electoral process.

Women Lead Early Voting in PA, While Early Voting Seniors Shift Democratic

In Pennsylvania’s early voting, women are casting ballots in significantly higher numbers than men, accounting for approximately 55% of the early vote. Meanwhile, registered Democrats currently account for approximately 58% of the votes cast by seniors, marking a notable shift in support away from the historically Republican demographic. Pennsylvania is expecting its highest in-person voter turnout since Election Day 2016.

Philadelphia

VP Harris to Hold Final Campaign Rally Concert in Philadelphia

Vice President Kamala Harris will host a final get-out-the-vote concert rally in Philadelphia on the eve of the election, featuring performances from prominent artists and celebrities, while also implementing road closures and security measures in the area. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.

Lawyer Claims Musk’s PAC Sweepstakes Winners Chosen for Personal Stories, Not Chance, Amid Legal Scrutiny

A lawyer for Elon Musk’s America PAC claimed in court that the $1 million daily voter sweepstakes winners are selected based on personal stories to serve as spokespeople, not by chance, as Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner seeks to shut it down, labeling it a scam aimed at influencing voters. CBS News has more.

Pittsburgh

Allegheny County, Pittsburgh Officials Prepare for Secure Election Day

Allegheny County and Pittsburgh officials are preparing for a secure Election Day, with law enforcement and volunteers ready to address any disruptions, despite rising political tensions and no indications of threats related to the election. WESA has more.

The Clean Air Act: A Pittsburgh Legacy

Pittsburgh played a crucial role in the origins of the Clean Air Act, which was established in response to severe air pollution and public health crises, but its effectiveness in addressing pollution hotspots, especially in communities of color, remains a significant concern. WESA has more.

Federal

Beltway Briefing: 2024 Election Forecast: Divided Government on the Horizon?

With the election mere hours away, the Public Strategies team predicts key race outcomes and discusses whether divided government will continue. Listen to the latest episode featuring Public Strategies’ Howard Schweitzer, Mark Alderman, Towner French, and Kyle Anderson here.

PA Voters Brace for Pivotal Election as Campaigns Make Final Arguments

Pennsylvania voters feel a profound sense of urgency, with both Democrats and Republicans perceiving the outcome as critical to the nation’s future. From concerns about inflation, immigration, and reproductive rights to anxieties about leadership and societal stability, Pennsylvanians are approaching the election with a mix of hope, apprehension, and deep conviction about the nation’s direction. In the final hours of the 2024 campaign, former President Donald Trump is appearing in Pittsburgh and Reading, while Vice President Harris is rallying in Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.

Poll Shows U.S. Sen. Casey Leading McCormick by 5 Points

Democratic incumbent U.S. Senator Bob Casey leads Republican challenger Dave McCormick by 5 percentage points in Pennsylvania, with about 50% of likely voters supporting Sen. Casey, according to a recent poll. The Philadelphia Inquirer has more.

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