Matt discusses the influx of candidates for various political positions, particularly in Maine, highlighting the long list of potential Republican gubernatorial candidates. They emphasize the importance of having a serious campaign, including money, a campaign team, and name recognition. Angus King is cited as an example of a serious candidate with resources and a well-produced video. Conversely, candidates without money, volunteers, or a recognizable name are deemed non-serious. Matt argues that effective campaigning requires significant resources and strategic outreach to reach voters, questioning the value of interviewing non-serious candidates.
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.
