Guest host Tim Miller joins Jon, Jon, Tommy, and Dan live from New Orleans! Mandie Landry and Davante Lewis talk Louisiana politics. The hosts debate whether Trump really has the GOP nomination on lock. Lovett debuts a new game: Covenant Eyes Are Watching You.
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Quick takeaways
Frontrunners in elections can still lose, as shown by examples like Dukakis, McCain, and Truman.
Recent debates have highlighted the struggles of candidates like Tim Scott and Chris Christie, while Nikki Haley has the potential to exceed expectations.
In a democracy, voters have the power to choose someone other than Trump as the Republican nominee.
Despite controversy and criticism, Mike Johnson's appointment as House Speaker raises concerns about his ability to represent all constituents and his lack of experience.
Deep dives
The Republican primary is not yet over
Despite Trump's lead in the polls, past elections have shown that frontrunners can still lose. Examples include Dukakis, McCain, and Truman.
Consolidation is happening in the race
Recent debates have shown candidates like Tim Scott and Chris Christie faltering, while Nikki Haley has the potential to exceed expectations.
Voters have the power to choose a different candidate
In a democracy, anything is possible, and voters could ultimately choose someone other than Trump as the Republican nominee.
Trump's strong support among Republican voters
Majority of Republican primary voters still support Trump and believe he can easily beat Joe Biden. Why would they choose another candidate?
Mike Johnson's Controversial Views on Homosexuality
Mike Johnson, the newly appointed House Speaker, has faced criticism for his controversial views on homosexuality. He has made several statements that equate homosexuality with unnatural behavior and suggest that it is a harmful and costly lifestyle. Despite claims of loving all people, Johnson's comments about homosexuality have been seen as discriminatory and out of touch. His stance on the issue raises concerns about his ability to represent all constituents in an inclusive and fair manner.
The Lack of Experience in Mike Johnson's Role as House Speaker
Mike Johnson's appointment as House Speaker has raised eyebrows due to his lack of experience. With only four terms under his belt, he is considered the least experienced House Speaker in 140 years. This raises questions about his readiness for the role and his ability to effectively lead the house. Critics argue that such an important position should be held by someone with a deeper understanding of the legislative process and a longer track record of serving in the House.
Mike Johnson's Financial Disclosure Raises Questions
Mike Johnson's financial disclosure report has raised eyebrows due to his alleged lack of assets. In the report, Johnson claimed that he and his wife have no bank accounts with more than $5,000, despite his substantial salary and his wife's employment. This raises questions about his financial management and transparency. Critics argue that such claims are difficult to believe and may raise concerns about his ability to handle financial matters in his role as House Speaker.
Guest host Tim Miller joins Jon, Jon, Tommy, and Dan live from New Orleans! A fired-up President Biden campaigns in Illinois, but Jill Stein enters the Presidential race and Joe Manchin announces that he won't seek re-election, making it harder for Democrats to keep the Senate—and possibly the White House—in 2024. State Rep. Mandie Landry and Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis join the show to talk Louisiana politics. The hosts debate whether Donald Trump really has the GOP nomination on lock. Then, in the home state of porn-monitoring Speaker Mike Johnson, Lovett debuts a new game: Covenant Eyes Are Watching You.
Recorded at The Joy Theater in New Orleans by permission of MVNLA Owner, LLC.
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