The Al Franken Podcast
Year in Review: Molly Jong-Fast & Mark Leibovich Look Back at the Year in Politics
Dec 17, 2023
Political commentator Molly Jong-Fast and journalist Mark Leibovich analyze the political events of the past year, including the impeachment of Trump, the Hunter Biden controversy, McCarthy's desperation for Speaker, the strong economy, potential vice presidential candidates, and the surprising performance of Democrats in recent elections.
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- Despite Trump's moral deficiencies, a significant portion of Americans continue to support him, challenging us to understand and share a country with his supporters.
- The presence of third-party runs in the election could influence voter sentiment and dilute support for the Democratic Party, highlighting the importance of active and engaged voters to preserve democracy.
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Trump's potential reelection and the reality of his supporters
The potential reelection of Trump forces us to reckon with the fact that a significant portion of Americans continue to support him, despite his moral deficiencies. This realization challenges us to understand and share a country with individuals who continue to stand by Trump, even as he descends further into his own moral void.
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