The Focus Group Podcast
S4 Ep2: "I Prefer Male Presidents" (with Tim Miller)
Sep 30, 2023
Political commentator Tim Miller joins to discuss the sorry state of non-Trump candidates in the Republican primary. They analyze the recent debate performances, assess Trump's electability, and discuss the decline of DeSantis and the rise of a new politician. They explore the implications for the Republican Party and highlight the positive reception of Tim Scott. They also discuss the strong criticism of Mike Pence and tease an upcoming episode on Democrats.
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Quick takeaways
- Some voters in the Republican Party express concerns about electing a woman as president, which may impact Nikki Haley's chances.
- The Republican Party struggles to find strong candidates who can effectively imitate Trump's style without sounding conspiratorial, opening the door for non-traditional figures like Vivek Ramaswamy to potentially gain traction.
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Nikki Haley's Mixed Reception in Republican Primary
Nikki Haley receives generally positive reviews in focus groups, but is not the top choice for voters. Her ability to win a majority of the Republican Party is questioned. There is speculation that Haley may be running to cut a deal with another candidate in South Carolina. Some voters express concerns about electing a woman as president, which may impact Haley's chances.
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