Analysis: The issues 2020 Democrats are running on, according to their social media
Who focused most onHarris prioritized education on social media more than any other candidate, releasing and promoting a plan for teacher pay increases.Immigration received surprisingly little emphasis from Democratic candidates in March, even as debate over the southern border raged.
The two candidates from Texas — Castro and former congressman Beto O’Rourke — were among the most active on immigration issues in March.Percent of policy talk on social media about other economic issues The impact of Trump’s proposed budget on social safety net programs and the Republican tax law were common themes in March.Candidates also addressed a range of other domestic policy issues, including assistance to Puerto Rico and proposals to help veterans and rural Americans.Based on their March social media activity, gun control was not the first or second priority for any of the candidates.
during the month, although candidates did react to the March 15 attacks on mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand.Williamson dedicated the largest share of her policy talk to family issues. She has pitched a “Department of Childhood and Youth” to provide mental health and developmental services to children.. Warren announced a child-care plan in February and promoted the policy in March, sharing stories of her experience as a working mother in her social media feeds.
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