Race And Crime: Republicans Try To Shore Up Suburban Support

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Oct 4, 2022

Wisconsin's Senate race heats up as crime becomes a key issue. Ron Johnson's ads target suburban voters, linking them to rising crime. As political narratives shift, suburban voter perspectives on safety and crime messaging are evolving. The discussion also covers pressing concerns about abortion rights and inflation affecting voter anxiety. With inflation influencing political strategies, the dynamics of this close race reveal how interconnected these issues are in shaping election outcomes.

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Crime as a Wedge Issue

Republicans are using crime as a central issue in the Wisconsin Senate race.
They aim to win back suburban voters, particularly by linking Mandela Barnes to rising crime rates.

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Racialized Crime Ad

A Republican ad criticizes Barnes' stance on cash bail, associating him with "dangerous criminals".
The ad features Barnes with "The Squad", implying a racialized "dangerous" and "different" narrative.

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Tough on Crime Narrative

Republicans have a history of portraying Democrats as "soft on crime".
This tactic aims to give them an advantage with voters concerned about public safety.

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