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Americano: Will JD Vance bridge America's class divide?

Jul 16, 2024
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Christopher Caldwell
Journalist Christopher Caldwell and Freddy Gray discuss JD Vance's shift to Trumpian politics, exploring his background, Hillbilly Elegy, and Trump's strategic choice. They analyze Vance's appeal, connection to populism, and potential impact on Ohio's political landscape. The conversation also covers Trump's attempt at unifying, RFK Junior's potential endorsement, and Vance's views on trade and tax cuts.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 3min
2
Analyzing J.D. Vance's Strategic Value and Potential Political Influence
02:49 • 17min
3
Exploring Trump's Attempt at Presenting as a Unifying Figure
19:43 • 2min
4
Analyzing RFK Junior's potential endorsement of Trump and J.D. Vance's role in second-generation Trumpism
21:26 • 2min
5
Analyzing Trump's appeal and JD Vance's views on trade and tax cuts
23:30 • 3min