Separate from what you WANT to happen Tuesday, what do
you THINK is going to happen? With the House? With the Senate? With how each
Party is likely to spin the election results?
How big a factor is “Corruption” in this Election?
It’s surfaced as a top issue in some polls.
How effective are Trump's unconventional “performances”
at his rallies? He has prioritized emotional connection over policy detail,
turning political communication into entertainment. Is that a way to gain incremental
votes? Or has he risked losing votes by substituting spectacle, personal
loyalty, and emotional gratification for informed public debate? What does this
approach say about us, the electorate? Does a positive response to “performances”
underscore how intellectually shallow we are? That we respond more to being emotionally
affirmed than being accurately informed?
Do you feel renewed strikes would help end the War?
The U.S. has told Gulf Arab countries to be prepared for a short, intense
military campaign after the Midterm elections. Sen. Murphy warns of
“devastating escalation”. Should we revert to Putin-like tactics, targeting
civilian targets, if that works?
Is it OK to not be fully informed about the War? Is it in America best interests that extensive damage by Iran’s strikes be suppressed? AP found, using satellite imagery, that in August more than 115 drone or missile strikes claimed by Iran or Iranian-backed militias damaged or destroyed structures on 26 military bases and other sites causing billions of dollars in equipment damage.
No clear winner in Israel. Arabs did make significant progress.
Where is Israel headed?
Should the “Two Dans” dirty trick diminish Peltola’s
chances? Does it matter if no crime was committed? Election shenanigans in Alaska.
Is this any different (and just as wrong—even if “legal”) than running a “spoiler
candidate”, which both Parties regularly do….effectively?
Is Islamophobia as irrational and morally wrong as
Antisemitism? Is it politically effective? Do you believe Muslim Americans are
fundamentally at odds with the values shared by most Americans? Or do you feel that
makes the same mistake that fuels Antisemitism: confusing the beliefs or
actions of some individuals and extremist movements with those of an entire
religious population?
What does our spending on Elections say about America’s
Values? This has to be the most expensive Mid-Term election in US history.
Estimate are from $12-14B. How much food would that buy for hungry people? Or housing
to the homeless. Or help cover healthcare. What does it say about a country
that can mobilize this much money to win political power, while continuing to
struggle with hunger, homelessness, and access to healthcare? Is this simply
the price of democracy, or does it reveal something deeper about America's
values and priorities?
Has Trump been treated unfairly by Mainstream Media? Are
there valid reasons for him to replace the Press Pool with Roosevelt’s old
swimming pool? The proximity of the media to the seat of U.S. executive
power has long been an acknowledgment of the importance of a free press in a
constitutional democracy. What’s the possible benefit to our country by diminishing this
institution?
Double standard for ICE and Immigration? Is Bolsonaro
an Undocumented alien in Florida?
Venezuela’s Machado returns home. What happens now? Her
surprise arrival threatens to complicate Trump’s plans for Venezuela as she
pushes for presidential elections.
Is a Corporate Head Tax a fair and effective way to
generate revenue for Illinois? How do we balance the need to fund public
services with the risk of discouraging businesses from working here?
ICE agents shot at an Undoc fleeing with his child in
the car. Are actions like this unavoidable if the goal is deporting all Undocs?
Is deporting all Undocs what most Americans support?
The U.S. Economy looks good on paper. Americans are
spending. Does it matter if voters FEEL deeply unhappy because of gas prices, rising
cost of living, and a War they hate?
Do vanity projects help a President’s legacy—what he
constructs or renames? If Trump’s name were removed from every building he
constructed or renamed, what would remain of his legacy?
Is political humor a no-no? Whether it’s Trump’s “nuke
L.A.”, or late-night comedians’ rants?
In order to avoid a Social Security shortfall, will
Republicans support raising taxes?
Birth Rates continue to fall. Do we need to admit more
immigrants to fill jobs and pay taxes?
Do you feel our troubles with Canada are just short
term, or more permanent?
The Space Force now has "on-orbit space control
weapons capable of defending the joint force against hostile adversary
action," but declined to say what the weapons are, how they work or when
they were deployed.
Faulty Economics? Trump has repeatedly claimed
that ending trade relations with countries that export more to us than they
import would somehow generate vast amounts of cash for the U.S. government. “If
we stopped Trading with every country that we have a Deficit with, which is
most of them, we would make, at least, $1.5T a year.” How wise is this?
Should Daylight Saving Time be permanent? Should we have ONE time all year?
Governor Pritzker signed the bill mandating No Phones
in Illinois Schools. Good idea?
Where are we today with the Epstein files? Does this
issue still resonate with voters? What might change if Democrats win the House?
Your thoughts about “Trump Accounts”? It
provides a one-time $1,000 federal investment for eligible U.S. citizen
children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. The money is
invested in a broad U.S. stock index fund, and families may contribute
additional money (up to the annual limit). The account generally can't be
accessed until the child reaches adulthood.
Good idea? Older Adults are turning to ‘Golden
Girls’ Housing. A growing network of home-sharing programs is helping Super
Seniors find compatible housemates to save money.
Is eliminating all standards for greenhouse gas
emissions in our best interests? How smart is it to totally disregard the
concerns of scientists vs. moderating how standards apply? On the other hand,
are we spending millions without seeing plans work to bring emissions down?
The color of money is now gray. What are the
ramifications of Seniors holding more wealth? In 1989, Americans over age
55 held 56% of the wealth. Today it’s 74%. Wealth for under 40 has shrunk from
12 to 6.6%. 18% of Americans are Senior citizens, up from 13% in 1990.
