The NPR Politics Podcast Joe Biden Won The Election—But He's Still Left Waiting In The Wings.
Nov 19, 2020
The podcast dives into President Biden's challenges as he awaits a reluctant concession from Trump. Experts discuss the urgent need for cooperation during the COVID-19 crisis, warning that delays could cost lives. Biden's centralized COVID strategy is contrasted with Trump's past approach, along with the struggle for bipartisan support. The team reflects on the political stalemate during the transition and explores Biden's potential use of executive orders. They also touch on critical topics like climate change and student debt relief as vital issues for recovery.
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Marathon Runners
- A listener named Carl Hippikoski called in from the Netherlands before a marathon.
- Danielle Kurtzleben also ran a marathon outside D.C.
Biden's Challenge
- President-elect Joe Biden is preparing to enter the White House amidst an unprecedented situation.
- President Trump refuses to concede, and the pandemic continues to rage.
Biden's COVID-19 Strategy
- Biden emphasizes the importance of a coordinated federal response to combat COVID-19.
- He stresses the need for a centralized approach, unlike the Trump administration's state-by-state strategy.