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FiveThirtyEight Politics
Adam Kinzinger muses: ‘I would love to run against Ted Cruz'
Nov 2, 2023
48:00
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Former congressman and recent Texas transplant Adam Kinzinger discusses his new book and reflects on the current state of the Republican Party. Topics include running against Ted Cruz, tension within the party, drawing the center back, admired politicians, the future of the GOP, being authentic in politics, and changing dynamics of political parties.
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- The Republican Party is deeply divided, with some members still supporting former President Trump and others breaking away from him.
- The role of Kevin McCarthy, the House minority leader, in appeasing the far-right faction of the Republican Party has led to the rise of more extreme voices within the party and poses long-term implications.
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The Current State of the Republican Party
The podcast episode explores the state of the Republican Party and the aftermath of the January 6th insurrection. It discusses the rift within the party and the continued support for former President Trump among Republican voters. It also highlights the challenges faced by Republicans who broke with Trump and their future in politics. The episode features an interview with Adam Kinzinger, a former Republican representative who voted to impeach Trump.
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