This Day Trump On Charlottesville: "Very Fine People" (2017) [Archive Favorite]
Aug 12, 2025
This discussion delves into the events surrounding the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, examining the extreme ideologies that fueled the violence. It offers insights into Trump's controversial claims about 'very fine people' and the challenges leaders face in condemning hate groups. The conversation critiques the manipulation of language in political discourse and explores the historical implications of Trump's remarks on societal views. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how language impacts public perception and the responsibilities of political communication.
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Nearby And On The Scene
- Nicole Hemmer lived a few blocks from the violence and was present at the August 12 rally.
- She reported on the events on the ground, giving firsthand eyewitness perspective.
Rally Headlined By White Supremacists
- The Unite the Right rally was headlined by neo-Nazis, KKK members, and other pro-white hate groups.
- Prior violence the night before made clear this was an organized white-power event, not a neutral free-speech protest.
Car Attack Killed A Protester
- A white supremacist drove his car into a group of counter-protesters, killing Heather Heyer and injuring about 20 people.
- Nicole Hemmer described chaotic street battles and police inaction leading up to the vehicular attack.