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Eight years ago, Republican candidates worried about a midterms wipeout seized on a ragtag group of Central Americans as a potential October lifeline. GOP fearmongering filled the airwaves as the so-called “migrant caravan” made its way north.
As recently as Monday I was confident Republicans would not repeat what even then clearly was a desperate play. How quickly I was proven wrong.
In the last few days, President Donald Trump, Republican candidates and right-wing commentators have all latched onto images of riots and chaos in France, and are once again using white nationalist talking points to stir panic, claiming that the unrest in Europe is a preview of America’s future under a Democratic congressional majority. This is a party that’s hamstrung by a historically unpopular president, sky-high fuel prices, troubling economic data points — and has little else to run on.
It’s also a bet that racist rhetoric could be a better motivator for a good portion of the GOP electorate than the economic pain that Trump has unleashed upon them.
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In a flurry of campaign controversies, including a questionable attack ad featuring Amy Acton’s estranged mother, Vivek Ramaswamy’s biggest problems point back to his cozy corporate relationships, argues Max Burns. Read more.
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An MS NOW analysis of FEC filings finds the Kansas Republican reported no payroll last quarter, unlike most Senate incumbents of both parties. Read more from Kevin Frey.
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Democratic lawmakers are concerned the president may try to halt voting on Election Day, frighten Americans into not going to the polls or create pretexts for questioning the results. Read more from David Rohde.
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Republicans had a rare opening with Michigan’s Arab and Muslim voters. Local leaders say Trump’s attacks on Abdul El-Sayed have slammed that door shut. Read more from Julianne McShane.
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Dan Harris, author and "10% Happier" podcast host, answers questions from MS NOW Members about mindfulness and stress while exploring practical ways to navigate today’s nonstop news landscape. Submit your questions for Dan to answer on his Live Q&A "Never Worry Alone" every Monday at 4 p.m. ET.
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This week on “The Best People,” Nicolle Wallace is joined by former NBA player and title-winning coach Doc Rivers, who believes America is overdue for a true reckoning. They reflect on attacks on the press, a lackluster education system, threats to voting rights ahead of the midterms, and how he thinks the country can survive this moment. Listen now and subscribe to MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts for early access, ad-free listening, and bonus content.
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