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Jennifer Harper

jharper@washingtontimes.com

Jennifer Harper wrote the daily Inside the Beltway column for The Washington Times.

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"Meet the Press" moderator Chuck Todd and two NBC News colleagues suggest that Democratic voter enthusiasm is on the wane. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Democrats catch a case of election fatigue

Could it be doubt, disinterest or just plain weariness? Democratic voters could be wavering in their zeal for the 2020 presidential election — still over 500 days off. Yes, 500 days. Maybe the voters already have election fatigue, since there are 20 Democratic hopefuls to track, with more likely to arrive any minute. One surprising source has an observation.

May 7, 2019
Former Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks during a rally, Wednesday, May 1, 2019, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Joe Biden commands 77% of candidate airtime, says broadcast study

Former Vice President Joe Biden consistently leads the pack of Democratic hopefuls in the 2020 presidential race, according to multiple favorability polls. Some analysts point to name recognition as a factor. Others cite the broadcast news media for Mr. Biden's early winner status.

May 7, 2019
"The wall works. This is based on historical data and facts that can be proved," said Mark Morgan during a Fox News appearance in January. (FOX NEWS)

Inside the Beltway: Likely ICE chief Mark Morgan’s moments of truth

Mark Morgan, who was chief of the U.S. Border Patrol during the Obama administration, went public with his support for President Trump's plans for border security a full four months ago. Mr. Trump revealed Sunday that he has picked Mr. Morgan to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Whether his Senate confirmation is delayed by opposing lawmakers remains to be seen. What matters now, however, is what Mr. Morgan initially said that resonated with the president. Clarity counted. Mr. Morgan simply supported everything.

May 5, 2019
People take the oath of citizenship in Los Angeles. Most voters say the citizenship question should be included on the 2020 census. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Americans back the census citizenship question

Should the 2020 census ask "Are you a U.S. citizen?" Democratic critics maintain that the inquiry would discourage members of the immigrant community from voting. Republicans say citizenship status would contribute to a more accurate count and realistic picture of the nation.

May 2, 2019
"Americans have always found power and unity through prayer," said President Trump in his official proclamation for National Day of Prayer. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Amen: President Trump praises prayer and loyalty

Thursday marks the National Day of Prayer, an observance established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1952, then officially designated for the first Thursday in May in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan — who signed Public Law 100-307, surrounded by chaplains from the House and the Senate, a bipartisan group of lawmakers and clergy from several faiths.

May 1, 2019
Former Vice President and presidential candidate Joseph R. Biden offered a slogan in an interview Tuesday, "Make America Moral Again." (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: Joe Biden tries to create his own ‘MAGA’

All 20 Democratic presidential hopefuls are hoping to polish up their grassroots appeal and down-home personas in a desperate bid to attract the votes of down-home voters. None of the Democratic candidates will forget that 65 million of them stepped up to the polls in 2016 and essentially put President Trump in the White House. Their affection, commitment and loyalty for Mr. Trump has not abated in the least as he continues to deliver on campaign promises.

April 30, 2019
President Trump applauds his audience of 10,000 at a rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin. His energy and focus is beginning to worry Democrats. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway: 2020 jitters: Democrats grow nervous over Trump’s political prowess

Democratic woes multiply. The party must cope with a giant field of 2020 presidential hopefuls, the ongoing clash between establishment Democrats and newly elected upstarts plus the increasing appeal of socialist beliefs. President Trump's consistent victories in the economy, his startling fundraising and campaign readiness, the weakened state of the Mueller report, and Mr. Trump's rising favorability numbers are worrisome. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking. Democratic presidential debates begin June 26.

April 29, 2019
This April 18, 2011, file photo shows author Ron Chernow at his home in the Brooklyn borough of New York. The White House Correspondents’ Association has announced that author Ron Chernow will speak at its annual dinner in April. (AP Photo/Louis Lanzano, File)

White House Correspondents’ Association dinner rolls on without Trump, celebrities

Some things did not change at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Saturday night. It was staged at the same big hotel in the nation's capital. A cast of thousands jammed cocktail parties sponsored by news organizations, then dined upon filet mignon and dainty desserts. The din in the glittering ballroom was huge.

April 28, 2019