Wilder School Lunch and Learn - Election 2024 Unpacked: Results, Reactions and Analysis with Bob Holsworth, Ph.D.
Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Virtual
You might have left the ballot box asking yourself, “What just happened?” Join us for an in-depth virtual discussion with political analyst Bob Holsworth, Ph.D., as he breaks down key issues, candidate strategies and potential outcomes for the 2024 national election. Holsworth will offer insights into emerging trends, ideological shifts and the impact of current events on the political landscape. Moderated by Robyn Diehl McDougle, Ph.D. (M.S.’00, Ph.D.’03), associate dean of research and outreach at the Wilder School.
Holsworth will delve into the strategies of the 2024 presidential candidates, exploring issues that influenced voter behavior. He’ll analyze the impact of redistricting on the election results and discuss potential political scenarios for Virginia and the nation. He’ll discuss the broader implications of this pivotal election on future political landscapes. This event will include a live Q&A, allowing participants to engage directly with Holsworth on the pressing topics shaping our nation’s future.
About the presenter
Bob Holsworth, Ph.D., is frequently called on and referenced for his insights as a political analyst. He is the managing partner of DecideSmart and the founding director of the Wilder School. His comments on Virginia and national politics have appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post and other newspapers throughout the nation. He has appeared on the major American TV networks and the BBC. He was named one of the 100 Influentials in Virginia Politics by Campaigns and Elections magazine.
About the moderator
Robyn Diehl McDougle, Ph.D., has, under Governor Wilder’s leadership, established the Wilder School’s Commonwealth Poll as an esteemed polling operation not only in Virginia but nationally, including as an approved CNN Presidential Poll in 2020. The Commonwealth Poll provides current voter opinions on current election forecasts as well as both domestic and foreign policy issues across a wide spectrum of areas.