Topics discussed in this podcast include: midterm expectations and final predictions, Trump vs DeSantis, Twitter turmoil, Ukraine diplomacy, MSNBC cope, cable news dying, Dem elites vs Biden, and the impact of inflation on struggling voters. The hosts also analyze Elon Musk's troubles with Twitter and declining trust in major news networks. They express excitement for election day and gratitude towards their supporters.
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Quick takeaways
Twitter is facing criticism for its handling of free speech issues and challenges in maintaining a balanced platform while appeasing advertisers.
Former President Donald Trump plans to announce his 2024 presidential campaign soon, aiming to make the election a referendum on him and solidify his dominance in the Republican Party.
Elon Musk criticizes Twitter for a decline in revenue, accusing the platform of attempting to destroy free speech and highlighting the challenges of balancing free speech and satisfying advertisers.
Twitter faces chaos over content moderation and impersonation policies, raising questions about selective enforcement and the challenges of maintaining accuracy and trust.
The declining viewership and credibility of major cable news networks highlight a dying industry, with the star power of news personalities largely a result of Trump's presence and their lack of real value.
Deep dives
Twitter revenue drops due to activist pressure on advertisers
Twitter has experienced a significant drop in revenue due to pressure from activist groups that has led to advertisers pulling their support. Despite claiming that content moderation hasn't changed, Twitter is facing criticism for its handling of free speech issues. The social media platform is being accused of trying to destroy free speech in America. This situation highlights the challenges faced by Twitter in maintaining a balanced and inclusive platform while also appeasing advertisers.
Trump plans to announce his 2024 presidential campaign
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to announce his 2024 presidential campaign soon, potentially on November 14th. Trump wants to build momentum for his campaign and use the post-midterm euphoria to rally his supporters. His aim is to make the election a referendum on him rather than focusing on broader issues like inflation and the economy. This announcement would solidify Trump's dominance in the Republican Party and put pressure on other potential candidates.
Elon Musk criticizes Twitter as revenue declines
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has criticized Twitter as the platform experiences a decline in revenue. Musk claims that Twitter's revenue drop is due to pressure from activist groups and accuses them of attempting to destroy free speech. While Musk acknowledges that Twitter's content moderation hasn't changed, he believes it has become extremely messed up. This situation highlights the challenges faced by Twitter in balancing free speech and satisfying advertisers.
Twitter chaos continues with content moderation and impersonation policies
Twitter is facing ongoing chaos related to its content moderation and impersonation policies. The platform's policies have come under scrutiny as verified accounts, including Kathy Griffin, have been changing their names to Elon Musk. Musk recently declared that verified accounts would be permanently suspended if found to be impersonating others. This policy raises questions about selective enforcement on Twitter and the challenges of maintaining accuracy and trust on the platform.
Dying Cable News Networks and their Declining Credibility
The recent cuts and failures of prominent news personalities and shows on major cable news networks like Shepard Smith on CNBC, Tiffany Cross on MSNBC, and Jake Tapper and Don Lemon on CNN highlight the declining viewership and credibility of these networks. Despite their high paychecks and initial expectations, these personalities and shows failed to attract a significant audience, indicating that their star power is largely a result of a dying industry rather than real value they bring to viewers' lives. With Trump being a major lifeline for these networks, his eventual departure will expose the deep-rooted problems and lack of credibility within the cable news industry.
Uncertainty Surrounding Biden's Future as Democratic Nominee
Criticism and doubts about Joe Biden's fitness to run for re-election in 2024 have started to emerge, both from conservative and establishment figures. The recent mistakes, including misidentifying the war in Iraq and misstating how his son died, as well as the New York Times and George Will questioning his competency, highlight concerns about his capabilities. Additionally, Reuters reports that Democrats are considering alternatives and positioning themselves for a potential non-Biden candidacy in 2024, suggesting that party elites and donors are not fully on board with Biden's future as the Democratic nominee.
Elite Underestimation and Biden's Resilience
The doubts and criticisms surrounding Biden's potential re-election bid mirror similar concerns raised during the 2020 Democratic primary. Despite being underestimated by elites and facing questions about his age and fitness to lead, Biden overcame these challenges and emerged as the party's nominee. The same dynamics may play out again in the lead-up to 2024, as Biden's perceived weaknesses could lead to a crowded field of candidates vying for the nomination. Ultimately, the elites may have to once again acknowledge Biden's resilience and popular support among Democratic voters.
Election Predictions and Analysis
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss their predictions for the upcoming elections. They focus on key races in various states and provide their analysis on the potential outcomes. They predict that the House of Representatives will likely switch to Republican control, with an estimated margin of R plus 25 seats. They also discuss close races in Georgia, Nevada, Arizona, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania. They highlight the importance of polling accuracy and the role of demographics and voter enthusiasm in determining the election results. The hosts emphasize the uncertainty of the outcome and the potential influence of mail-in voting on election night dynamics.
Media's Perception of the Democratic Party and the Economy
Another topic discussed in the podcast is the media's perception of the Democratic Party and the state of the economy. The hosts critique the idea that the media is being too hard on Democrats and argue that people's economic struggles are real and should not be dismissed. They mention the importance of acknowledging people's concerns and the impact of inflation and other economic factors on their lives. They mention criticisms towards Stacey Abrams' attribution of potential losses to misinformation and highlight the perception that Democrats are weak on addressing economic issues. They also discuss the potential challenges faced by the Biden administration and the Democratic base, expressing the need for alternative options and potential repercussions in future elections.
A day before election day, Krystal and Saagar bring the news of midterm expectations, Trump vs DeSantis, Twitter turmoil, Ukraine diplomacy, MSNBC cope, cable news dying, Dem elites vs Biden, and final predictions from Krystal and Saagar!
