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2024 Presidential Election Series

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Jane Kim, Layla Solomon, Bailey Basurto, Beatrice Barnes, and Ruby Jenkins
November 5, 2024
Nov. 5, 2024, marks one of the most highly anticipated and pivotal days of the year: Election Day. After years of preparation, the stage is set for a historic showdown between two major political parties. As shown above, Donald Trump, with his running mate J.D. Vance, is leading the Republican ticket, while Kamala Harris, with her running mate Tim Walz, is representing the Democratic Party. This election is set to be a defining moment in American politics, with both candidates offering different visions for the nation's future. This series covers a range of ropics such the importance of swing states, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students' opinions on the election, enviromental policy and much more.
Nov. 5, 2024, marks one of the most highly anticipated and pivotal days of the year: Election Day. After years of preparation, the stage is set for a historic showdown between two major political parties. As shown above, Donald Trump, with his running mate J.D. Vance, is leading the Republican ticket, while Kamala Harris, with her running mate Tim Walz, is representing the Democratic Party. This election is set to be a defining moment in American politics, with both candidates offering different visions for the nation’s future. This series covers a range of ropics such the importance of swing states, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students’ opinions on the election, enviromental policy and much more.
Julia Geib

After years of anticipation and with millions of viewers tuned in, the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election officially commenced on Nov. 5, 2024, to declare the next president of The United States of America. This comprehensive election series delves into a wide range of crucial topics from Kamala Harris’s campaign as the Democratic candidate, the intersection of reproductive rights and the election, environmental policy and more. Whether you’re seeking deeper insights into each candidate, exploring the perspectives of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students, or simply staying informed about the election, this series is for you.

 

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