The Commentary Magazine Podcast

What's Nikki's Plan?

Jan 24, 2024

Eliana Johnson joins to discuss Nikki Haley's speech and its potential impact on Trump, the challenges faced by the Republican Party, frustrated Trump voters, positive aspects of Trump's presidency, competitive Senate races, VP nominee speculation, Middle East conflict, and Elmore Leonard's 'LaBrava'.

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Eliana Johnson

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Nikki Haley's speech after the New Hampshire primary displayed both triumphalism and sharp criticisms of Donald Trump.

Haley faces a decision on whether to continue campaigning in South Carolina or endorse Trump and maintain her profile within the Republican Party.

Haley's popularity among independent voters presents a challenge due to the lack of support from hard-right Republicans.

Deep dives

Trump underperformed the polling average and won by a smaller margin

Despite underperforming in the polls, Trump won the primary by a smaller margin than predicted.

Introduction

3min

Nikki Haley's Campaign Strategy and Potential Impact on Trump

29min

Strategic campaign moves and challenges faced by the Republican Party

5min

Winning Elections and Frustrated Trump Voters

7min

Trump's Presidency: Chaos, Disruption, and Potential Changes

14min

Competitive Senate Races, VP Nominee Speculation, Middle East Conflict, and Tim Scott

2min

Exploring the Works of Elmore Leonard and 'LaBrava'

8min

Eliana Johnson joins the podcast to discuss the strange triumphalism of Nikki Haley's loser speech last night in New Hampshire and the strange negativity of Donald Trump's winner speech a few hours later. Does this portend a season in which Haley exposes Trump's flaws as she continues her run? Give a listen.

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The Commentary Magazine Podcast

What's Nikki's Plan?

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Trump underperformed the polling average and won by a smaller margin

Nikki Haley's choice between staying in the race or endorsing Trump

Haley's triumphalist speech and Trump's angry response

Late attacks on Trump by candidates who drop out of the race

The challenge of winning over different voter groups

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