Pod Save America "Bienvenidos a Orlando (with Will Smith!)"
Mar 1, 2021
Will Smith, renowned actor and executive producer of the docuseries 'Amend: The Fight for America,' joins the conversation to discuss the 14th Amendment’s pivotal role in the fight for equality. He shares insights about personal growth and the intersection of art and politics. The dialogue takes a lively turn as they examine the current political landscape, including the Senate's minimum wage debate and the chaotic rhetoric at CPAC, highlighting how these issues continue to shape American identity and democracy.
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CPAC's Culture War Focus
- CPAC speakers focused on culture wars, like Mr. Potato Head and the Muppets, instead of COVID relief.
- Ted Cruz joked about Cancun, highlighting the disconnect from real issues.
Trump's CPAC Speech
- Trump's CPAC speech attacked Biden, the media, immigrants, and transgender people.
- He repeated election lies, criticized Republicans who voted to impeach him, and hinted at a 2024 run.
Republican Focus: Undermining Elections
- The Republican Party's focus has shifted from policy to undermining elections.
- Their main goal is to suppress voting and overturn results, as shown by CPAC polling.