Newscast
Americast x Newscast Q+A
Jul 19, 2024
Justin Webb and Marianna Spring from Newscast and Americast team up to discuss the US election. Topics include Trump's alliance with J.D. Vance, the potential presidency of Kamala Harris, and speculation on Michelle Obama's candidacy. They also dive into social media polarization, evangelical beliefs, and changing perceptions of Republican voters towards Trump.
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- Breaking through as a third party candidate in the American political system is extremely difficult due to structural limitations.
- Kamala Harris faces a mixed public perception, with criticism and valid concerns regarding her representation.
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Challenges for Third Party Candidates
Despite the existence of voters disillusioned with the two main parties, breaking through as a third party candidate in the American political system is extremely difficult due to the structural limitations. Even with efforts by organizations like No Labels to find viable candidates, the system does not easily accommodate third party contenders, making it challenging for them to gain significant traction.
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