2024 candidates on the issues

Charlie Trumbull

Staff Writer

Economy & Inflation: 

• Donald Trump advocates for tax cuts, deregulation and energy independence to boost economic growth and combat inflation. 
• Kamala Harris supports policies that promote job growth, increase the minimum wage and provide tax relief for middle-class families to address inflation. 

Healthcare: 

• Donald Trump supports repealing the Affordable Care Act and promoting a more market-driven approach to healthcare that focuses on lowering costs and increasing competition.
• Kamala Harris advocates for expanding access to affordable healthcare, supporting the Affordable Care Act and working towards universal healthcare coverage. 

Climate Change: 

• Donald Trump emphasizes energy independence, supports fossil fuels and reduces regulations on energy production. He is skeptical of extensive climate change policies, which he views as detrimental to the economy.
• Kamala Harris emphasizes a strong commitment to combating climate change, investing in renewable energy and rejoining international agreements like the Paris Accord. 

Immigration Reform:

• Donald Trump’s policies include strengthening border security, completing the border wall and implementing stricter immigration laws while focusing on merit-based immigration.
• Kamala Harris supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants and prioritizes the humane treatment of migrants.   

Gun Control: 

• Donald Trump supports Second Amendment rights and opposes additional gun control measures, advocating for law enforcement support. 
• Kamala Harris advocates for stronger gun control measures, including universal background checks and policies to address gun violence.

Education: 

• Donald Trump promotes school choice, including charter schools and voucher programs, and emphasizes the importance of parental rights in education. 
• Kamala Harris supports increasing funding for public schools, making community college free and reducing student loan debt. 

Social Justice & Equality: 

• Donald Trump often focuses on law and order, advocating for policies that he believes will enhance public safety and support for police. 
• Kamala Harris focuses on racial justice, gender equality, and LGBTQ+ rights, promoting policies to address systemic inequalities.

Foreign Policy:

• Donald Trump’s approach includes “America First” policies, emphasizing national sovereignty, reduced military involvement overseas and strong trade agreements.
• Kamala Harris emphasizes diplomacy, rebuilding alliances, and addressing global challenges such as climate change and pandemics through international cooperation. 

Technology & Privacy: 

• Donald Trump has expressed concerns over big tech’s influence and advocates for policies that promote competition while protecting free speech.
• Kamala Harris advocates for stronger regulations on big tech companies to protect consumer privacy and promote competition. 

Reproductive Rights: 

• Donald Trump is generally anti-abortion, but believes the decision should be up to individual states and the will of their voters. 
• Kamala Harris is a strong proponent of reproductive rights, supporting access to abortion and healthcare services. 

Housing & Homelessness: 

• Donald Trump supports initiatives to promote homeownership and reduce regulations that affect housing development, though specific policies may not be extensively detailed. 
• Kamala Harris supports affordable housing initiatives and policies aimed at reducing homelessness, emphasizing the need for federal investment. 

Labor Rights:

• Donald Trump emphasizes job creation and supports policies that protect American jobs. He often focuses on reducing regulations that he views as burdensome to businesses.  
• Kamala Harris supports workers’ rights to unionize, increasing the minimum wage, and policies that protect job security and benefits.

Infrastructure: 

• Donald Trump has previously advocated for significant investment in infrastructure projects and modernizing roads and bridges. 
• Kamala Harris advocates for significant investment in infrastructure, focusing on sustainable and equitable transportation solutions. 

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