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“Trump’s Covid confessions.”

Sep 10, 2020
Carlos Odio, co-founder of Equis Research and expert on Latino voting trends, joins the discussion on Trump’s candid admissions about downplaying COVID-19. They analyze how this manipulation affected public trust during the pandemic. The conversation shifts to the climate crisis, urging better media coverage and accountability. Odio also offers insights into engaging Latino voters in Florida, stressing the importance of targeted outreach and understanding cultural nuances to enhance their electoral participation.
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INSIGHT

Trump's COVID Confessions

  • Trump admitted to Bob Woodward that he intentionally downplayed COVID-19's severity.
  • He knew the virus was deadlier than the flu and dangerous to children, contradicting his public statements.
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Impact of Trump's Lies

  • Trump's lies about COVID-19's severity had deadly consequences for his supporters.
  • They trusted his claims, made life decisions based on them, and some died as a result.
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Trump's Motivation

  • Trump's actions were not just dishonest but also strategically motivated to protect his political and economic interests.
  • He prioritized the stock market and his reelection chances over people's lives.
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