Economist Podcasts Arraigning on his parade: the charges against Donald Trump
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Apr 5, 2023 
In this lively discussion, Donald Trump, the former president facing legal troubles, vents about his recent arraignment, highlighting the charged political atmosphere. Meanwhile, Vishnu Padmanabhan, a data journalist, unveils the looming global rice crisis, linking climate change and public health challenges to rice production. The episode intriguingly connects panda diplomacy, exploring how leased pandas play into U.S.-China relations and the emotional impact on communities, especially in light of welfare concerns for pandas like Yaya.
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Trump's Arraignment
- Donald Trump, the first former president to be indicted, was arraigned in a Manhattan court.
- The 34 charges, related to falsifying business records, stem from hush-money payments and other allegations.
Post-Arraignment Atmosphere
- Despite Trump's calls for large protests, his arraignment day remained relatively calm.
- Fears of a January 6th-style riot proved unfounded.
Trump's Speech and its Impact
- Trump's angry, grievance-filled speech after his arraignment may not win new supporters.
- It solidifies his existing base while hindering other Republican candidates from differentiating themselves.