The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
Third party voters aim to support like-minded candidates this election season

Third party voters aim to support like-minded candidates this election season

By Madeline Ward, Staff Writer • October 31, 2024
As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump headline this year’s presidential race, some voters are seeking a third option that better reflects their values.
Students share fears about possible election outcomes

Students share fears about possible election outcomes

By Sarah George, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024
Pitt students speak out about their concerns regarding human rights, privatization and supporter reactions with the upcoming presidential election looming.
First Lady Jill Biden speaks at the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers on Saturday Oct. 26, 2024.

Jill Biden rallies educators, Harris supporters to vote for Democrats

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • October 27, 2024
Jill Biden spoke to Harris supporters at the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers on Saturday afternoon. The First Lady drew on her experiences as an educator and encouraged voters to support Kamala Harris and Democrats this November.
Summer Lee speaks to attendees in David Lawrence Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 23.

Rep. Summer Lee speaks to College Democrats at Pitt, addresses concerns of young voters

By Kyra McCague, Senior Staff Writer • October 25, 2024
Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa) spoke to College Democrats at Pitt Wednesday night. Several students participating in a question and answer with Lee expressed their frustration with the current government and the upcoming election.
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks to reporters as he arrives at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Friday, Oct. 18, in Detroit.

Pennsylvania student media organizations denied press access to Trump campaign events

By Sydney Krasniewski and Abby Lipold • October 21, 2024
As Democratic and Republican candidates campaign across Pennsylvania, student media organizations have encountered resistance in gaining access to Trump-Vance events.
How to vote and participate in the 2024 presidential election

How to vote and participate in the 2024 presidential election

By Naomi Weiss, Staff Writer • October 20, 2024
With the 2024 general election almost two weeks away, students should be aware of all the information necessary to vote.
JD Vance greets the crowd at the Pennsylvanian on Thursday.

JD Vance talks economic, immigration policies at downtown press conference

By Emma Hannan, Contributing Editor • October 18, 2024
Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance came to the Pennsylvanian Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh on Thursday, Oct. 17.
Former Congresswoman Liz Cheney, R-Wy., speaks at a campaign event for Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris at Ripon College in Ripon, Wisconsin, Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024.

Liz Cheney speaks about democracy, election stakes at Heinz Hall

By Jordan Kooper, Staff Writer • October 18, 2024
Former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney spoke about her upbringing and former President Donald Trump at Heinz Hall on Wednesday. Her talk marks the latest in a series of visits by Kamala Harris allies to the Steel City.
‘Scarily tuned in’: Students feeling excited, anxious as Election Day approaches

‘Scarily tuned in’: Students feeling excited, anxious as Election Day approaches

By Delaney Pipon, Staff Writer • October 16, 2024
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, Pitt students express a mix of excitement, anxiety and determination as they grapple with their role in the democratic process.
Doug Emhoff addresses a crowd in Schenley Plaza on Friday evening.

Doug Emhoff, Pennsylvania Democrats speak at ‘Get Out the Vote’ concert in Schenley Plaza

By Spencer Levering, Assistant News Editor • October 7, 2024
Schenley Plaza was packed with about 400 Harris supporters Friday evening as Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, spoke at the ‘get out the vote’ concert.
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