Rep. Ritchie Torres discusses winning working-class voters, his upbringing, and Israel. Ben Smith talks about media fragmentation and the Epoch Times grift. Topics include mental health, Pride, Trump's influence, and the evolving media landscape.
Richie Torres reflects on his unique upbringing near a golf course branded by Trump, impacting his perspectives and experiences in Congress.
Torres delves into the implications of Trump's control over the Republican Party, revealing internal fears and challenges unique to the political landscape.
Addressing essential concerns like public safety and cost of living is crucial to sustain support among working-class voters of color, emphasizing the need for targeted policies.
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Congressman Richie Torres reflects on being haunted by Donald Trump's presence
Congressman Richie Torres shares a personal anecdote about growing up near a golf course with Trump's brand, expressing a sense of being haunted by Trump throughout his life, culminating in experiences during his time in Congress.
Torres discusses the challenges of serving with Republicans and Trump's influence
Richie Torres delves into his interactions with Republican colleagues and shares insights on the implications of Trump's control over the Republican Party, revealing internal fears and challenges within the political landscape.
Discussion on Trump's impact on Latino communities and the political landscape
Torres provides perspective on Trump's influence in Latino communities, acknowledging historical voting trends and potential shifts in support, emphasizing the diverse voting behaviors within communities of color.
Focus on addressing key issues for voters of color to maintain support
Torres underscores the importance of addressing essential concerns like public safety, cost of living, and basic necessities to sustain support among working-class voters of color, highlighting the need for targeted policies.
Rep. Ritchie Torres joins Tim Miller to discuss how to win working-class voters, his Dickensian upbringing, and Israel under the microscope of 24-hour news. Plus, mental health, Pride, and Trump as the GOP's new lord and savior. Then, Ben Smith talks about Americans fragmenting the media universe, and the Epoch Times grift.