How Would A Popular Vote For President Impact Campaigning? Plus: Does Harris Need To Visit Michigan More?

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Journalist Steve Friess is back with Jer, talking the latest in politics with a local Michigan and Metro Detroit lens.

Tim Walz at the Big House: The Vice Presidential candidate made a notable appearance at Michigan's Big House, sparking discussions about his campaign strategy and presence in the state. We compare his visibility to that of Vice President Harris and discuss the implications for the Harris-Walz campaign.

Celebrity Endorsements and Campaign Presence: From Jane Fonda to Adam Scott, we talk about the influx of celebrities supporting campaigns and the strategic appearances by political figures in Michigan. How does this impact voter sentiment and campaign effectiveness?

Elissa Slotkin's Concerns: We analyze Elissa Slotkin's recent comments about Vice President Harris being "underwater" in Michigan polling. More: https://www.axios.com/2024/09/29/michigan-senate-race-slotkin-harris

Vice Presidential Debate Preview: Will Tim Walz and JD Vance bring anything new to the table?

Listener Question: What would be the impact of switching to a popular vote for presidential elections? We explore how this change could change campaign strategies, increase costs, but also potentially restore faith in the electoral system.

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