Jennifer Harper
Articles by Jennifer Harper
Donald Trump tells supporters how he sees 2024
So has the 2024 presidential election already begun? For some it has. Here's a new public message sent out by former President Donald Trump's campaign, clearly seeking to rev up some unity and corral those votes. Published November 27, 2022
The toilet factor and Biden’s poll numbers
Well, at least "the sewer" or "the kitchen sink" did not come up. "Biden's approval rating is still in the toilet," notes the lead headline in Election Central, a political news site which has showcased some telling numbers from a new Quinnipiac University poll. Published November 24, 2022
Revisit Reagan’s Thanksgiving
So what was the thinking about Thanksgiving in America 40 years ago? The 40th president had an idea or two to share. Published November 23, 2022
Republican voters say they want a gutsier GOP
Republicans -- weary from the GOP's less-than-ideal performance in the midterm elections -- also appear tired of those who are in charge of the Grand Old Party. They still support Republican policy, of course, but have cooled to high-profile figures in the power realm. So says new research from Convention of States Action and the Trafalgar Group, which have joined forces to determine the true state of Republican sentiment. Published November 22, 2022
Biden’s 101 trips home to Delaware … and the cost to taxpayers
President Biden's regular trips to his home state of Delaware have cost taxpayers at least $11 million since the start of his presidency, according to a meticulous analysis by Fox News Digital. It uses simple but effective math to reach that conclusion. Published November 21, 2022
Are you a ‘MAGA Republican,’ poll asks
This is a very straightforward poll question: "Do you identify as a MAGA Republican?" asks a new Economist/YouGov poll -- and yes, it was a survey of Republicans only. Published November 20, 2022
Coast Guard cutter heads for annual mission to Antarctica
Three cheers for the nation's only heavy icebreaker -- U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star -- which has departed its homeport, Seattle. and is bound for Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze, a joint military service mission to resupply U.S. Antarctic stations of the National Science Foundation. Published November 17, 2022
Fox Nation hosting fourth annual ‘Patriot Awards’
Leading Fox News hosts and analysts are joining forces Thursday night for the fourth annual "Patriot Awards" -- a high-profile and heartfelt event which honors the nation's "most valiant, including military veterans, first responders and other everyday heroes," according to the network. Published November 17, 2022
U.S. Agency for Global Media draws ever-bigger audiences worldwide
Voice of America, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Office of Cuba Broadcasting, Radio Free Asia, and the Middle East Broadcasting Networks -- they deliver news and programming via radio, television and internet in 63 languages. This incredible outreach and these admirable, indefatigable news organizations all come under the direction of the U.S. Agency for Global Media. Published November 16, 2022
Convention puts the cannabis boom on display
The old hippies of yore likely would have been amazed at the jumbo-sized marijuana show that opens Wednesday in Las Vegas. Published November 15, 2022
47-0 liberals: The overwhelming political bias on late-night shows
Here are some eye-opening numbers for those readers who wonder about the typical political leanings of late night hosts. Are they liberal? Yes, they are very, very liberal, according to some meticulous research released Monday by Newsbusters.org, a conservative press watchdog. Published November 14, 2022
Mike Pence reinvents himself
Former Vice President Mike Pence has emerged as a new political entity with updated branding and some significant media coverage -- this, of course, from a media that detests Mr. Pence's old boss. Published November 13, 2022
Trump teases 2024 run: ‘Would you vote for me?’
Former President Donald Trump continues to tease political analysts and voters alike by implying that he plans another run for the White House in 2024 next week. If that were to happen, Mr. Trump would be launching his campaign pretty soon. Published November 10, 2022
Media obsesses over ‘red wave’
The news media has displayed its frisky side as midterm election results rolled in. "Red wave" -- symbolizing the initial prediction that Republicans would emerge as victors in the big bout -- was the basis for many sarcastic -- well, better make that creative -- headlines. Published November 9, 2022
Fox News logs 90 weeks atop the cable-news ratings heap
The competition just can't keep up with Fox News. It's all in the numbers. During the week of Oct. 31-Nov. 6, Fox News marked 90 consecutive weeks as the top cable news network in the all-important prime-time viewing hours, drawing an average audience of 2.5 million in that period. In contrast, MSNBC attracted 1 million prime-time viewers while CNN drew 466,000. Published November 8, 2022
A ‘blood moon’ will shine on election night
So the midterm elections have finally arrived, along with scores of predictions from news organizations framing the outcome and the implications of the big event. A noteworthy lunar event is also occurring. "Another blood moon is coming, and it falls right on the night of the midterm elections," advised a new essay published by the Christian Broadcasting Network, found at CBN.com. Published November 7, 2022
Inflation everywhere, from an oil change to the produce counter
"I went down to my neighborhood auto parts store on Saturday and got a 5-quart container of 5W30 oil. It was $49.49. I also got an extra quart of oil, which was $12.29. The oil filter was $17.76," an Inside the Beltway reader said. "Really? Seriously?" Published November 6, 2022
As Biden decides on 2024, voters showing little enthusiasm
There have been multiple news reports this week suggesting that President Biden is seriously considering another run for the White House in 2024 -- and that he is quietly crafting a reelection bid as his 80th birthday approaches on Nov. 20. Published November 3, 2022
‘Untruths’ jinx the Democrats
The outcome of the midterm elections could be swayed by political savvy and fancy ads, perhaps. But straightforward honesty is a powerful factor in influencing voters. Published November 2, 2022
‘Big 3’ networks shielding Biden in election coverage
The "Big Three" broadcast networks -- ABC, CBS and NBC -- continue to shield President Biden from caustic coverage, according to an in-depth study conducted by Newsbusters.org, Published November 1, 2022
