Does Kamala Harris have a male voter problem?

Oct 16, 2024

Barack Obama critiques male voters' reluctance to support female candidates. The hosts delve into Kamala Harris's struggles to connect with black male voters amid social media's influence. They discuss the implications of Trump's outreach to young men and the evolving tactics in political engagement. Conversations highlight the challenges posed by past controversies and the shifting dynamics of race and gender in the election landscape. The hosts also invite listener participation to discuss local issues, emphasizing community involvement.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Kamala Harris and Black Male Voters

02:14 • 8min

Navigating the Intersection of Race and Politics

10:43 • 5min

Social Media, Voter Engagement, and Gender Dynamics

15:57 • 15min

Engaging Listeners for Local Insights

30:28 • 2min

Barack Obama is back on the campaign trail for Democrats, and over the weekend criticised some voters for finding "excuses" to not vote a woman for president. The former president has taken some flak for his remarks, but polling indicates there is a widening gap between how men and women intend to vote in this election.

Sarah, Justin and Marianna unpack the reasons for this shift and why Donald Trump has been appearing on a large number of alternative media outlets aimed at young men. With rumours circling that Kamala Harris is considering an appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, what are the risks and rewards for Harris in stepping away from traditional media outlets?

HOSTS:

* Justin Webb, Radio 4 presenter * Sarah Smith, North America Editor * Marianna Spring, Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent

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This episode was made by George Dabby with Catherine Fusillo and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Purvee Pattni. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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