FiveThirtyEight Politics A Topsy-Turvy Week In Review
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Dec 9, 2024 This week, the hosts hilariously catch up on the latest political chaos. They dive into the implications of President Biden’s controversial pardon for Hunter, while analyzing shifting public sentiments on Trump’s Cabinet picks. Discover how a slim GOP House majority poses new challenges and what a recent healthcare incident says about political violence. Plus, get insights on America’s evolving foreign policy in Syria and how public opinion has shifted since the Arab Spring. It’s a topsy-turvy ride through current events!
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Galen's News Experiment
- Galen Druke shares their news consumption experiment while abroad.
- They mainly heard about non-political news like the UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing and events in South Korea and Syria.
Elite Cues and Voter Approval
- Polling shows Americans disapprove of Hunter Biden's pardon, but Democrats rallied behind Biden.
- This demonstrates how voters often follow elite cues, retroactively justifying decisions.
Polling Challenges for Trump Nominees
- Polling on Trump's nominees is difficult due to a lack of public familiarity.
- Respondents seem to answer based on their feelings towards Trump, not the nominees themselves.