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Weekly Wrap

October 9, 2020



We are officially 25 days out from the November 3 election. As this important
date approaches, we want to inform YOU, the voter, of some amazing women
candidates that need your help to get to Washington!  



Candidate Spotlight: 5 Incumbents to Watch

Here are 5 women who are facing a critical re-election this November



U.S. House

Ann Wagner

Running for Re-Election, MO-02

Ann is the Vice Ranking Member on the House Financial Services and Foreign
Affairs committees. She’s a strong advocate for women and children as the
author of several pieces of legislation that combat sex trafficking and online
exploitation. Cook Political Report rating: Republican, Toss-Up.

U.S. House

Jaime Herrera Beutler

Running for Reelection, WA-03

Jaime brings much-needed diversity to Congress as the only conservative woman
of color and the second woman to give birth three times while in office. She’s
a leader on health care issues, including lowering maternal mortality rates.
Cook Political Report rating: Likely Republican.

U.S. Senate

Susan Collins

Running for Re-Election, Maine

 

Susan has served in the Senate for over 20 years - and in all that time, has
never missed a single vote. She’s become one of the most seasoned and
influential lawmakers in DC. Cook Political Report rating: Toss-Up.

U.S. Senate

Joni Ernst
Running for Re-Election, Iowa

 

Joni’s story is marked by firsts — she was the first female combat veteran
elected to serve in the U.S. Senate and the first woman Senator from the state
of Iowa. Joni serves on key committees including Judiciary, Armed Services, and
Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Cook Political Report rating: Toss-Up.

U.S. Senate

Martha McSally
Running for Re-Election, Arizona

 

As the first female U.S. fighter pilot to fly in combat and the first woman to
command a fighter squadron, Martha is a true trailblazer. Martha has spent her
time focused on issues like border security and military preparedness. Cook
Political Report rating: Lean Democrat.

In The News

A quick rundown of political news to keep you in the know.



The Hill: Collins says Gideon 'will say or do anything to try to win'.
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  Republican Sen. Susan Collins went after Sara Gideon, her Democratic
challenger in Maine's increasingly hostile Senate race, and accused the state
House Speaker of “defaming my reputation and attacking my integrity.”

 

FOX News:Trump says he will 'not waste my time' with a 'virtual debate' after
CPD announces changes
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. The CPD announced early Tuesday that "the second presidential debate will
take the form of a town meeting, in which the candidates would participate from
separate remote locations."

 

Washington Examiner: Public opposes packing Supreme Court with liberal judges,
Washington Examiner/YouGov poll finds
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  Only 1 in 3 registered voters favor a Democratic proposal to expand the
Supreme Court in order to install a liberal majority, according to a new poll.

 

CDC: Help Stop the Spread of COVID-19 in Children. 
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Make sure your child washes their hands often with soap and water for at least
20 seconds. Read more and watch a video on how to wash hands correctly.


 



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