Voter Survival Guide

The Guide: Sure-thing states seem suddenly less sure

Donald Trump rolled out his economic agenda with a speech in Detroit on Monday, which included an audio glitch that created a temporary stir while Hillary Clinton campaigned in Florida and a new candidate emerged.

States that haven’t voted for a Democratic presidential candidate in decades suddenly seem up for grabs.

What does this mean for Donald Trump’s campaign? And for the political future of the country’s swing states? David Lightman explains.

The fact that Georgia is in question

Mark Rountree, the president of Landmark Communications Inc., a Republican-leaning polling firm in Alpharetta, Georgia. Georgia, long a sure thing for Republican presidential candidates, might be up for grabs this November.

There are 91 days until the polls open across the nation. Are you registered to vote? Check your state, here, to find out how to register to vote.

During his first major economic policy speech in Detroit, Donald Trump was repeatedly interrupted by protesters and uncharacteristically keep his cool throughout the disturbances.

By Natalie Fertig

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