The Bulwark Podcast Amanda Carpenter: Lessons from the Tea Party Era
Nov 15, 2024
Amanda Carpenter, a writer and editor at Protect Democracy, shares her insights on political strategy and the threats facing democracy today. She emphasizes the power of vocal opposition, encouraging unity and strategic action in light of potential Trump re-election. The conversation dives into the implications of political appointments and grassroots organizing needed to uphold democratic norms. Carpenter also critiques the prioritization of loyalty over expertise in health-related positions, reflecting on the need for accountability in politics.
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Opposing Pardons
- Oppose Trump's pardons loudly and actively.
- Impose political costs, no matter how small, because these issues are crucial.
Politicized Investigations
- Trump's politicized investigations aim to create a chilling effect.
- Unify against these tactics; there are more of us than them.
Learning from the Tea Party
- Ted Cruz and Jim DeMint used Senate rules effectively during the Obama era to halt progress.
- Democrats should learn from this and employ similar tactics against Trump's appointments.