(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Kyle C. Kopko, Elizabethtown College(THE CONVERSATION) Supporters of Donald Trump’s campaign have recently employed an unorthodox tactic to secure additional votes in Pennsylvania and Ohio – forming a super PAC to mobilizeAmishvoters.The aptly named Amish PAC has already purchased billboard and newspaper advertisements in in an effort to appeal to Amish voters.But will the Amish
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Lauren Sudeall Lucas, Georgia State University(THE CONVERSATION) The Boss is boycotting North Carolina. Bruce Springsteen canceled a planned April 10 show in Greensboro to show solidarity with those protesting the passage of HB2, which bars local governments from protecting LGBT individuals against discrimination. Bryan Adams is refusing to play in Mississippi. Adams is protesting
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