President Joe Biden recently made a visit to Pennsylvania, stopping at three locations during a week-long stretch in mid-April. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump visited the Lehigh Valley just two days before his own criminal trial began. In the latest episode of Battleground Politics, host Lauren Mayk spoke with Pennsylvania voters about their thoughts on various topics including abortion, the economy, immigration, and more.
During the episode, Mayk spoke with Villanova University political science professor David Barrett about the presidential race and visits in swing states. Barrett discussed the impact of in-person visits during a campaign and how they can influence voter opinions. He also talked about how the type of event matters in a campaign and whether having a running mate put Trump at a disadvantage.
Mayk also interviewed Philadelphia voters about President Biden’s visit to their neighborhood and what it meant for them. Topics of discussion included Trump’s criminal charges and protests related to both him and the Israel-Hamas War. Additionally, Mayk spoke with Pennsylvania Trump voters about their motivations for supporting him and their views on various issues such as inflation, corruption, abortion, and the economy.
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