The Pour Over Today - Early Voting, Bad Jobs Report, Election Day Freebies, & More | 11.04.24

Episode Date: November 4, 2024

Today, we’re talking high early voting numbers; the United States’ disappointing job growth in October; things you can get for free (or discounted) on Election Day; and other top news for Monday, November 4th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over Today. Please support our TPO sponsors! Cru: give.cru.org/tpo Upside: https://links.thepourover.org/Upside The Bible Study: https://links.thepourover.org/TheBibleStudy Politics for People Who Hate Politics: https://links.thepourover.org/PoliticsForPeopleWhoHatePolitics Keola Fit: https://links.thepourover.org/KeolaFit_Pod Compelled Podcast: https://links.thepourover.org/Compelled_TomTarrants Nothing Left Unsaid Podcast: https://linktr.ee/tgnlu CCCU: https://www.mycccu.com/tpobonus The Voice of the Martyrs: vom.org/TPO CSB Gift Guide: https://links.thepourover.org/CSBGiftGuide HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/freepourover

Today, we're talking about high early voting numbers, the United States' disappointing job growth in October, things you can get for free or discounted on Election Day, and other top news for Monday, November 4th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with the pour-over today. Here's the verse of the day. By this, all people will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another. John 13, verse 35.

Let's get started with some espresso shots. Today is Election Day Eve. Those 75 million Americans, nearly half the total votes cast in 2020, have already bubbled in their ballots. Veteran pollsters say it could go either way. Iowa made waves over the weekend for two reputable polls delivering conflicting results. One shows VP Harris with a surprise three-point lead in the historically red state thanks to a swell of support from older women, while the other shows former President Trump comfortably ahead by 10 points. three-point lead in the historically red state thanks to a swell of support from older women,

while the other shows former President Trump comfortably ahead by 10 points. Iowa turning blue would be a shock as it voted solidly for Trump in 2016 and 2020. It's unlikely that media outlets will project a winner tomorrow night as key swing states, including Arizona and Nevada, are notoriously slow counters. However, most election watchers are hopeful the picture will be clear by Wednesday. Our hope is never contingent on the outcome of an election. It's much more secure than that. Regardless of whether things get worse or better during your lifetime, everything eventually

ends well for followers of Christ. First Thessalonians 5, 16-18 says, Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. The U.S. added only 12,000 jobs in October. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the disappointing figure, which is down significantly from September's 223,000 jobs and well below the expected 100,000 on Friday. The agency said the numbers were dragged down by hurricanes Helene and Milton as well as

the ongoing strike at Boeing, which removed 44,000 from the manufacturing sector. Unemployment held steady at 4.1% and wages grew at 4% over the last year, in line with expectations. The stock market largely ignored the report, but investors are bracing for a big week ahead with the election—it's tomorrow, by the way—and the Federal Reserve meeting on Thursday. The Fed is widely expected to cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points. five percentage points. Regardless of whether the broader economy is struggling or thriving, Christians should seek to give generously of our time, talents, and resources to those in greater need. Reach out to your local church to see where help is needed.

Hebrews 13 verse 16 says, Don't neglect to do what is good and to share, for God is pleased with such sacrifices. We may be adults, but we'll never outgrow free stickers and doughnuts. While it's illegal to reward people for voting, some companies are staying within legal limits by offering open-to-everyone promos for Election Day tomorrow. Here's a quick promo rundown.

Uber and Lyft are offering 50% off rides to your polling place, up to $10. Hertz is offering free rental day when you book a two-day rental before election day. You can also treat yourself to some freedom calories at Krispy Kreme, free glazed donuts, and iVoted stickers. Uber Eats is offering 25% off orders, up to $15, with a $25 minimum order. And IKEA is offering free frozen yogurt. Do your civic duty, get some free treats, and exhale. The campaign commercials are almost behind us. As you enjoy a free treat, pray for our nation,

Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges. Guide and direct, we humbly pray, the minds of all those who are called to elect fit persons to serve in the United States. Grant that in the exercise of our choice, we may promote your glory and the welfare of this nation. This we ask for the sake of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. ingredients delivered to my door, I'm whipping up meals that impress even the pickiest critics. Cooking has never been this easy or exciting. With HelloFresh, gone are my endless hours

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That's 10 free meals across seven boxes for new subscribers only. Just head to hellofresh.com slash free pour over. In other brews, here's a rapid round of updates. Iran's supreme leader is threatening Israel and the U.S. with a crushing response to Israel's October 26 attack on military bases near Tehran. The Pentagon announced it is deploying more resources to the region, including B-52 long-range bombers, which have already arrived, destroyers, fighter squadrons, and tankers, in an effort to deter further military action by Iran.

Number 4, Ohio State took down number 3 Penn State, winning college football's biggest game of the week. And Ohio State's social media team won some headlines by trolling Penn State's no longer undefeated season. Unranked South Carolina upset number 10 Texas A&M, and the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating viral videos of police punching fans at the Florida-Georgia game. RIP Peanut, RIP Fred. Following anonymous complaints, New York authorities seized and

euthanized two social media stars, a squirrel named Peanut and a raccoon named Fred, who were illegally sharing a residence with humans, creating the potential for human exposure to rabies. Peanut was best known for wearing hats and eating waffles. Boeing's seven-week strike is preparing for landing, maybe. Machinists will vote today on a labor contract endorsed by union leaders that includes a 38% pay raise over four years. 35% was previously offered.

Union encouraged members to lock in these gains and confidently declare victory. If members approve the deal, machinists must return to the factory by November 12. North Korea is flexing its missiles. On Thursday, the hermit kingdom successfully tested its longest-range intercontinental ballistic missile, ICBM, yet, notching a new record flight time — 87 minutes. Kim Jong-un said the missile is a warning to enemies, while South Korea warned Russia may be giving North Korea missile technology in exchange for help in its war with Ukraine. And that's all we have for today. Thanks so much for listening. If you're listening

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even if the some people was me, we're recommending The Fitting Politics for People Who Hate Politics by Denise Grace Gitcham to prepare ourselves as we aim to engage in politics in Christ's way with countercultural love, integrity, and unity. Pick up your copy of Politics for People Who Hate Politics today with the link in our show notes.