Thursday, 17 October 2024

A bet with my son about the US election

 


I have had a bet with my son about the US elections.  He is sure that Kamal Harris will win.  I am certain that she will win the popular vote, but I think that Trump will win the Electoral College, again.  

While changes to voting laws have been made, and appealed, too many of those on the right are determined not to let the Democrats win again, by fair or foul means.  But, that may not be needed.  Trump is making progress with voter groups which previously voted for the Democrats.  And this will be crucial in the swing states.  An example of this is with Michigan where there are large numbers of Muslim voters who will vote for neither candidate, which means lost votes for Harris in a state she needs to win.  

BTW, the bet is for £10.  And I already owe him money.