Economist Podcasts Haley to the chief? A long-shot candidacy begins
Feb 15, 2023
Nikki Haley kicks off her 2024 presidential campaign, facing steep challenges in the Republican race. The podcast dives into the dynamics of her candidacy and the shifting support among party donors. Meanwhile, it sheds light on the troubling repression of journalism in the Middle East, highlighting the risks faced by reporters. Finally, an exploration of two films featuring donkeys invites listeners to rethink empathy and the complexities of animal characters in storytelling.
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Haley's Shift
- Nikki Haley, once a moderate Republican, criticized Trump and opposed his authoritarian leanings.
- However, she later accepted a UN ambassadorship from him and softened her stance, ultimately remaining silent on his 2020 election denialism until after the January 6th Capitol riot.
Trump's Frontrunner Status and Concerns
- Trump remains the Republican frontrunner, but his popularity with the far-right base worries some in the GOP.
- They fear he'd lose against Biden, citing poor performance of Trump-endorsed candidates in the midterms as evidence.
Other Potential Candidates
- Potential rivals to Trump include Mike Pence and Mike Pompeo, both former members of his administration.
- Pence has openly criticized Trump, while Pompeo has distanced himself slightly; both emphasize foreign policy, an issue of little interest to most voters.