On Point | Podcast How Trump's values became the Republican party platform
Jul 19, 2024
Exploring how Trump's influence shapes the GOP's platform for 2024, focusing on energy independence and class warfare rhetoric. Critics question alignment with traditional values and America's exceptionalism. Comparing past and present platforms, highlighting the evolution under Trump's leadership.
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Trump-centric Platform
- The 2024 Republican Party platform echoes Trump's style, using capital letters and fragments.
- It directly references Trump 19 times and includes phrases like "forgotten men and women."
Platform Creation Process
- There was no typical platform writing committee or debate among delegates.
- Trump's team drafted the platform, and he edited it, according to reports.
Delegate Involvement
- Delegates' phones were confiscated before they voted on the platform.
- They had no opportunity to offer amendments to Trump's draft.