Matt Gagnon and Harvey discussed the impact of independent candidate Rick Bennett on the Maine gubernatorial race. Harvey noted the variability in votes Bennett could draw from different opponents. Matt highlighted Maine’s history with independent candidates, citing examples like Terry Hayes (6% in 2018) and Elliot Cutler (35% in 2010). He argued Bennett could start with 10% and potentially reach 30% if both parties nominate strident candidates. They also touched on Andrew Cuomo’s decision to stay in the New York City mayoral race, despite the Democratic primary loss, and the potential impact on the general election.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
