Pod Save America “OBAMAGATE!”
May 14, 2020
Pramila Jayapal, U.S. Representative and co-chair of Biden’s health care unity task force, joins the conversation to discuss her Paycheck Guarantee Act aimed at preventing unemployment. The discussion delves into Donald Trump's attempts to shift focus to Barack Obama amidst COVID-19 and examines the Democrats' challenges in rallying voters. Jayapal stresses the importance of engaging citizens in activism while navigating complex economic and healthcare issues, offering insights into progressive strategies for the upcoming elections.
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Trump's Distraction
- Trump is trying to distract from the pandemic and economic crisis by focusing on Obama.
- This tactic shifts media attention, even if the coverage is negative.
Obamagate Explained
- The "Obamagate" conspiracy theory revolves around Obama officials investigating Michael Flynn's conversations with Russia.
- These conversations occurred after Russia interfered in the election, raising concerns.
Political Risk vs. PR Strategy
- Trump's focus on Obamagate is politically risky given Obama's high approval ratings.
- However, it effectively distracts from negative pandemic coverage.