Thoughts from RealClear Politics Sept 13, 2024

RCP on SiriusXM. On Thursday’s radio show, Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and I discuss who won the presidential debate, swing state polls, John Kirby’s “reply-all” gaffe, and Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris.

Harris and Trump Trade Blows During Heated, High-Stakes Debate. Phil Wegmann has the wrap.

Kamaflage: The Harris Policy Dump. Richard Porter characterizes the candidate’s “issues” additions to her website as Orwellian language that only serves to obscure her radical plans.

U.S. Must Not Accept Beijing’s Grip on Hong Kong. Katrina Lantos Swett anticipates the upcoming sentencing of young Joshua Wong as continuing evidence of China’s brutal subjugation of the once-free country.

Don’t Jail Parents for School Shootings. John Lott  writes that placing the blame on parents is misguided and distracts us from finding genuine solutions.

Lawfare Collapsing Amidst Harris’ Vow To Prosecute Trump. Kenin Spivak details the many ways Biden’s administration has weaponized the justice system in attempts to compromise the former president’s campaign.

Trump Promises a Second Economic Boom. Where Was the First? Henrik Ekelund analyzes the former president’s bold promises and his track record during his first term.

Gen Z Weighs Kamala’s Sudden Seriousness. Ethan Watson warns his fellow young voters that the vice president has yet to make her case and earn their votes.

The Blackouts Are Coming! At RealClearEnergy, David Holt sounds the alarm about the declining reliability of our electric grids.

UCLA Failed Jewish Students Like Me. At RealClearEducation, Yitzy Frankel relates her experience facing antisemitic harassment, intimidation, and assault on her college campus.

Pennsylvania: A Single Grain of Rice Could Win the Presidency. At RealClearPenn, Guy Ciarrocchi predicts a tight race in the Keystone State and wonders what will tip the scales.

Try the Mediterranean Nap “Diet.” At RealClearScience, Rayleigh Chiang sings the praises of the mid-day siesta, replete with myriad health benefits.

Is Ukraine Falling Victim to Victory’s Disease? At RealClearWorld, Demri Greggo cautions that Ukrainian resources are stretched thin despite recent advances in the war against Russia.

West Point Needs a Reset. Writing for RealClearDefense, Tony Lentini presents a scathing critique of his alma mater’s adoption of DEI in its curriculum, and its refusal to respond to FOIA requests.