Plain English with Derek Thompson Why Are Robocalls So Hard to Stop? (Plus: Kamala and the Gender Wars.)
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Aug 2, 2024 
Joshua Bercu, the executive director of the Industry Traceback Group, dives into the epidemic of robocalls, revealing that the average American is bombarded with spam calls daily. He explains clever tactics used by scammers, such as neighbor spoofing, which make it hard to trace them back. Bercu also discusses measures taken to battle the spam crisis, like industry collaborations and innovative technologies. Additionally, the conversation touches on Kamala Harris and gender trends in the upcoming election, highlighting the intersection of technology and political polarization.
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Efficient Election Following
- Focus on polls from Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin to follow the 2024 election efficiently.
- These swing states are key to understanding Kamala Harris's potential path to victory.
Gender in the 2024 Election
- The 2024 election marks the second time in three elections where Donald Trump faces a female opponent.
- Gender may be a pivotal factor in this election cycle.
Gender Attitudes vs. Gender
- Political scientist John Sides argues that parties are polarized by gender attitudes, not just gender.
- This means party affiliation aligns more with views on gender roles than simply being male or female.