The term “swing state” is thrown around frequently by news outlets. With the election less than two weeks away, it is understandable that our nation has become obsessed with predicting the outcome. But exactly which states are considered swing states? How likely are these states to vote, according to their poll numbers? Luckily, we can turn to past elections to give us … [Read more...] about Swing States: A Closer Look
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The Science Behind Polling
How far is any given political opponent really ahead in voter opinion polls? The answer is as reliant upon how a poll is conducted as it is the number a poll produces. If we look at Wikipedia’s conglomerate data entry on the most recent statewide opinion polls for the 2020 presidential election, we see many confusing numbers next to the highlighted victory … [Read more...] about The Science Behind Polling
Joe Biden’s Stance on Cannabis Waivers With “New Plan for Black America”
Written by Rita Thompson For those who haven’t paid much mind to the presumptive 2020 Democratic nominee's stance on weed, it’s changed quite a bit over the years. Looking Back at Biden’s Vice Presidency While serving as Vice President in 2010 back, Joe Biden held strong in his position as a cannabis-critic. In a December 2010 interview with ABC News, Biden … [Read more...] about Joe Biden’s Stance on Cannabis Waivers With “New Plan for Black America”
The Digital Dime: 11/29/2019
By Samantha Wahl Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Digital Dime. Bloomberg Boos Legalization Former New York City Major Michael Bloomberg is the latest candidate to join the 2020 … [Read more...] about The Digital Dime: 11/29/2019
