Hugh Hewitt joins Beyond the Polls for a rousing discussion of politics at home and abroad. They analyze the New Hampshire GOP race, Nikki Haley's potential candidacy, and Joe Biden's performance in the primary. They also explore global elections, the rise of populism, and the political landscape in Germany. The chapter concludes with a discussion on preferences for potential candidates and the future of media.
Nikki Haley needs to maximize her media presence to stay in the race and emphasize her strengths and differences from Trump.
Haley should address concerns about the 2020 election, sympathize with voters, and position herself as a candidate who can restore trust and integrity in the electoral process.
Deep dives
Nikki Haley's Path to Victory
Nikki Haley faces an uphill battle in the Republican race, but there are still possibilities for her to stay in the race. Winning states like Georgia, Washington, Hawaii, and Ohio could give her a chance to compete with Trump. She needs to live on media and make her case to the public, highlighting her differences from Trump and emphasizing her focus on children and grandchildren. It's crucial for her to be present on various media platforms to generate enthusiasm and counter Trump's inability to campaign due to legal issues. Haley should also consider naming her running mate early to generate excitement and keep the momentum going.
The Importance of Filling Media Space
Nikki Haley needs to maximize her media presence to stay in the race. She should be accessible to various media outlets, from podcasts to cable news, to solidify her message and generate interest. This is especially crucial since Trump cannot campaign as actively due to ongoing legal cases. Haley should utilize every opportunity to speak directly to voters and articulate her vision for the future, emphasizing her strengths and what sets her apart from the former president.
Addressing Concerns about Election Rigging
Haley should acknowledge the concerns about the 2020 election and the perception of it being rigged. While not dismissing these concerns entirely, she can highlight the irregularities and improvisations that took place during the election. By addressing these issues with sympathy and understanding, she can appeal to voters who question the legitimacy of the election and position herself as the candidate who can restore trust and integrity in the electoral process.
Creating an Audition-like Atmosphere
To generate excitement and engage voters, Haley could hold auditions or trial runs with potential running mates. This approach could create buzz and media interest, allowing voters to participate in the decision-making process. It would also shift the focus to the future and put the spotlight on the qualities and strengths of the potential vice presidential candidates, rather than solely concentrating on Haley and Trump.
Hugh Hewitt joins Beyond the Polls for a rousing discussion of politics at home and abroad. They search for common threads and draw distinctions among the nations seeing populist waves; and they dig in to the Trump-Haley race for the Republican nomination.
Plus, Henry reminds us that the Republican primary wasn’t the only contest held in New Hampshire. Listen to his rant about Joe Biden’s mediocre day in the Granite State and what it could mean for the general election.
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