During a weeklong trip in mid-April, former President Donald Trump arrived in the Lehigh Valley two days before his criminal trial began, while President Joe Biden made three stops in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia.
In the latest episode of Battlefield politics, Lauren Mayk spoke to Pennsylvania voters as the candidates came to town. They talked about abortion, the economy, immigration, Trump's criminal trial, the Israel-Hamas war and who they want to vote for. Lauren also spoke with David Barrett, professor of political science at Villanova University, about the presidential election and swing state visits.
Here's a full breakdown of the episode:
1:21 – Pennsylvania Trump voters on what motivates them
2:02 – Trump voters talk about abortion
4:12 – Trump voters talk about the economy, immigration, inflation and corruption
5:25 – Trump voters talk about his criminal trial
6:29 – Philly voters talk about President Biden
8:37 – Focus on issues and policies this election year
9:37 – Philly voters on what it means for President Biden to come to their neighborhood
12:30 – Voter talks about Trump and criminal allegations
1:20 p.m. – Protester talks about Biden, Trump and the Israel-Hamas war
4:24 p.m. – David Barrett, professor of political science at Villanova, joins Lauren
16:32 – The impact of in-person visits in a campaign and the value of swing states
17:28 – How important the type of event is in a campaign
7:00 p.m. – Is Trump disadvantaged by not having a vice president?
19:54 – The dynamics of the election campaign after the pandemic
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