Election Update: Early Voting, Polls, Senate Clues

Election Update: Early Voting, Polls, Senate Clues

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The video discusses early voting trends, highlighting that Democrats are leading in early votes while Republicans plan to vote more on Election Day. Polls show Biden ahead, but historical data suggests only a small deviation from polls to actual results. The Trump campaign sees opportunities in the stimulus and final debate to sway votes. Republican senators' actions may indicate their expectations for the election outcome. The Senate's power dynamics are crucial as the election approaches, with discussions on deficits and potential shifts if Biden wins.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the main reason Democrats are leading in early voting according to the transcript?

Republicans are not interested in voting.

They are banking early votes more than Republicans.

They have more registered voters.

The election is rigged in favor of Democrats.

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What historical trend is mentioned regarding the accuracy of polls close to Election Day?

Polls are never accurate.

Polls are usually off by 5 percentage points.

Polls have a median differential of 1 percentage point.

Polls are always accurate.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy is the Trump campaign considering to gain votes?

Reducing healthcare benefits

Promoting a stimulus package

Increasing taxes

Canceling the final debate

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might indicate a shift in Republican senators' expectations for the election outcome?

Their focus on local elections

Their deviation from Trump's directives

Their continued support for Trump

Their silence on election issues

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern is being raised by some Republicans as the election approaches?

Increasing deficits

Decreasing voter turnout

Rising unemployment

Falling stock markets