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Nikki Haley’s Moment

Dec 7, 2023
Nate Cohn, Chief Political Analyst for The New York Times, lends his insight into Nikki Haley's rising political profile. He discusses her transformation from a critic of Trump to a contender, positioning herself as a moderate alternative. The conversation highlights her strong debate performances and the challenges she faces in uniting a divided Republican base. Cohn elaborates on her appeal to traditional conservatives and discontented voters, as well as the complexities of navigating a polarized party landscape.
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  • Nikki Haley's campaign transformed from struggling to gaining momentum, attracting larger crowds and securing influential endorsements.
  • Nikki Haley appeals to a faction of the Republican party dissatisfied with Trump, offering a moderate political identity separate from him.

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Nikki Haley's Early Campaign Challenges

When Nikki Haley began her presidential campaign, her crowds were modest and there wasn't a clear reason why she was running. She faced doubts from voters and even questions about dropping out. Despite this, she started to gain momentum after standout performances in the debates and began attracting larger and more diverse crowds. Her rise in the polls and increasing donations signaled a shift in perception, and she even secured a significant endorsement from influential Republican donor David Koch's network. Nikki Haley's campaign transformed from a candidate struggling to gain support to a strong challenger in the race.

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