This chapter examines the impact of summer-themed trends on media and political narratives, highlighting how language and marketing influence cultural perceptions. It discusses the upcoming election, focusing on potential strategies for candidates and the evolving dynamics within the Democratic Party. The chapter also explores the interplay between a former president and the current administration, analyzing campaign tactics and voter engagement strategies leading up to the election.
Donald Trump hasn’t yet figured out how to run a disciplined campaign against Kamala Harris. In the meantime, he’s leaning into the weird.
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Andrea Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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