FiveThirtyEight Politics

What To Make Of Trump's 'Dictator' Comment

Dec 11, 2023
The podcast discusses the potential challenges to democratic norms and presidential authority in a second term for Donald Trump. They analyze Trump's jokes about being a dictator and the implications of his rhetoric. They explore Trump's potential abuse of power and the constraints he may face. The role of civil servants and threats to the civil service are also discussed. The podcast explores the potential consequences of a second term for President Trump and critiques a UVA poll on public opinion on democracy.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Rhetoric of Trump's Dictator Jokes
02:06 • 14min
3
Trump's Potential Abuse of Power and the Constraints Faced
16:24 • 6min
4
The Role of Civil Servants and Threats to the Civil Service
22:16 • 4min
5
The Potential Consequences of a Second Term for President Trump
26:19 • 19min
6
Analysis of UVA Poll, Public Opinion on Democracy, and Communication Challenges
45:44 • 4min