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The transcript covers the elections happening on Tuesday, August 11th, in five states, highlighting the increase in absentee ballot requests. It focuses on the Minnesota fifth Congressional District race where Ilhan Omar faces challengers. Additionally, it outlines the speaker lineup for the upcoming Democratic National Convention, featuring prominent Democrats and rising stars.

Which states are mentioned as having voters going to the polls on August 11th?

• California, Texas, Florida, New York, Illinois

• Connecticut, Georgia, Minnesota, Vermont, Wisconsin

• Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia

• Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Idaho

What is a significant factor affecting voter turnout in the mentioned states?

• Increase in absentee ballot requests

• Extended polling hours

• Weather conditions

• New voting technology

In which state is a delayed presidential primary being held?

• Georgia

• Vermont

• Connecticut

• Wisconsin

Who is facing primary challengers in Minnesota's fifth Congressional District?

• Nancy Pelosi

• Ilhan Omar

• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

• Keisha Lance Bottoms

Which former presidents are listed as speakers for the Democratic National Convention?

• Barack Obama and Bill Clinton

• George W. Bush and Jimmy Carter

• Richard Nixon and Lyndon B. Johnson

• Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford