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Closing Arguments: Is The 2024 Election Really the Nail-Biter Polls Say It Is?

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In the latest episode of the Foward Podcast, Foward Party Founder Andrew Yang and his former presidential campaign manager, Zach Graumann, talk about the final days going into a presidential election polls have long shown to be a toss-up.

By Shawn Griffiths

November 4, 2024 1-minute read

Photo by Joshua Woroniecki on Unsplash

Is there anything that has moved the needle for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris?

Here is the episode description:

"Andrew and Zach sit down to discuss the high stakes 2024 election and the intense lead-up to Election Day. They analyze potential outcomes, how Trump and Kamala Harris resonate with voters, and the crucial impact of campaign messaging and ground game. Why does this election feel like a true coin flip? What could the results mean for America’s future?"

Check out the full conversation above.

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