Overdose deaths plummet
Apparently, attacking the illegal importation of fentanyl and its ingredients at the border and in other countries, and making naloxone over-the-counter is having the desired effect in reducing opioid deaths. https://www.npr.org/2024/09/18/nx-s1-5107417/overdose-fatal-fentanyl-de…
Harris/Walz gain Republican support
The count of officials who served under Presidents Bush, Bush and Reagan who have endorsed the Democratic nominees for President is now at 230. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ronald-reagan-former-staff-back-harris-walz-ticket/
North Carolina Republican outed
Mark Robinson, the North Carolina Republican lieutenant governor running to lead that state has been exposed for homophobic, transphobic and racist rhetoric posted on a porn website and attributed to him. He denies it. https://www.politico.com/news/2024/09/19/north-carolina-lt-governor-mar…
