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Dr. Bobb Rousseau
The Bobb Rousseau Show is a political literacy podcast transforming each citizen into a growing political force. It educates Americans on the functions of governments. It teaches community engagement, political actions, and social responsibility. It increases people's political value and their impact on social change in their communities.
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Summary/Abstract
The midterm elections are coming up and there is a lot at stake. The Democrats have a slim majority in both the House and the Senate and they are fighting to keep control. The Republicans are trying to take over and they are using a variety of issues to appeal to voters. These issues include the economy, the Russia-Ukraine crisis, and more. It is up to the voters to decide which party they want to control Congress.
In this election, both sides are running on key issues that are impacting their constituents. Inflation, abortion rights, fair election, gun control, public safety, global warming, immigration, and healthcare are dominating political debates ahead of the critical US vote. What makes this election more interesting is that Republicans, who are seeking to retake control of Congress from their Democratic Party rivals, are lamenting the state of the economy amid a global financial downturn and a steady rise in the cost of living. On the other hand, Democrats are focusing on abortion rights after the US Supreme Court repealed the constitutional right to the procedure.
It is up to you, as voters and constituents to vote, not based on your colors, not based on your gender, not even based on your political affiliations, but based on your interests. When you head to the polls next week, ask yourself that question: What issue affects me the most and which candidate will go defend that right for me in Congress or the State legislature? The one who has the same stand as you regarding this issue is the one who deserves your vote.
Timestamps
_:__:__ U.S. Midterms 2020: The Battle for Control of Congress
_:__:__ The Importance of Voting in the Upcoming Election
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