Why This Election Is the Most Crucial Since the Civil War
Oct 29, 2023
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Matt Bennett, co-founder of Third Way, discusses the dangers of a second Trump presidency, the significance of the upcoming election, and compares it to pivotal moments in American history. The speakers express their strong disapproval towards a certain individual and discuss their lack of accountability and vulnerability. They emphasize the need to prevent a second term for Donald Trump, as it would have incalculable dangers for America.
A second Trump presidency would be a catastrophe, leaving America unrecognizable and making previous administrations look mild in comparison.
No Labels' push for a third party presidential candidate is ill-timed, dangerous, potentially destructive, and could serve as a spoiler, harming Biden's chances.
Deep dives
The Danger of a Second Trump Administration
The upcoming presidential election is considered one of the most dangerous in recent history. The guest, Matt Bennett, co-founder of Third Way, believes that a second Trump administration would make previous administrations, such as Nixon's, look mild in comparison. The risks and potential consequences are seen as incalculable, with concerns ranging from efforts to gut the civil service, a lack of competent advisors, and Trump's sole emphasis on loyalty over competency. The potential for a second Trump term to severely undermine American democracy and irreversibly change the nation is a significant fear for many who believe in a democratic system.
The Recklessness of No Labels
The podcast hosts discuss the role of the organization No Labels, which claims to be an independent party that stands against both Republicans and Democrats. However, the hosts argue that their recent push for a third party presidential candidate is ill-timed, dangerous, and potentially destructive. No Labels' efforts could serve as a spoiler and potentially sway the election in favor of Trump, harming Biden's chances. The hosts criticize the lack of foresight and the potential negative consequences of No Labels' actions, calling it reckless.
The Importance of Democratic Unity
The hosts emphasize the need for unity among Democrats in the upcoming election. They acknowledge that while there may be criticisms and concerns about Joe Biden, the alternative of a second Trump administration is far more dangerous. They argue that Democrats need to clearly articulate the importance of preventing Trump from returning to power, highlighting the risks and ramifications. They note the squishy support for Biden and the potential for third-party candidates to serve as spoilers, urging Democrats to convey the urgency and seriousness of the election to the American public.
Matt Bennett, co-founder of national think-tank Third Way, tells The New Abnormal why a second Trump presidency would be a “catastrophe” and leave America “unrecognizable.”