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The Al Franken Podcast
Pulitzer Prize Winning Author Anne Applebaum on Autocracies and Comedian Trae Crowder on JD Vance
Aug 4, 2024
Join Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anne Applebaum as she dissects the global rise of authoritarianism and its chilling implications for American democracy. She discusses her book, 'Autocracy Inc,' and whether the U.S. can resist this trend, especially with Trump on the ballot again. Comedian Trae Crowder humorously reflects on JD Vance's cultural background and the politicization of addiction. Together, they explore how personal stories connect to broader political narratives, while grappling with the serious issue of disinformation and its effects.
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- Anne Applebaum's book highlights the global rise of autocracies and their coordinated efforts to undermine democratic values.
- Trae Crowder discusses the complexities of JD Vance's political transformation and how it affected his relationship with former allies.
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JD Vance, known for his memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy', has experienced significant changes in political alignment since his rise to fame. Initially sharing a bond with Trey Crowder over common backgrounds and experiences, both had views critical of Donald Trump during their early interactions. However, as Vance’s political career progressed, his views became more aligned with the Trump era, sparking disappointment from former allies. Crowder reflects on feeling betrayed by Vance's embrace of conservative ideologies that he once criticized, illustrating the complex dynamics of political transformation.
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