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Impeachment Through the Eyes of a Child

Dec 26, 2019

Michael S. Schmidt, a New York Times reporter focused on national security, joins third grader Leo, an enthusiastic observer of the impeachment inquiry. They explore how kids perceive complex political events, showcasing Leo's curiosity and insights. The discussion delves into historical impeachments and the meaning of 'quid pro quo,' making these topics relatable for young listeners. As public hearings unfold, Leo's innocent reflections bring a fresh perspective on serious issues, highlighting the generational divide in understanding politics.

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Michael S. Schmidt

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Understanding Impeachment Through a Child's Eyes

6min

Insights on Journalism and a Child's Perspective

3min

Impeachment and Quid Pro Quo Explained

3min

Ukraine and U.S. Relations Under Trump

3min

Impeachment Hearings and Child Perspectives

10min

This week, “The Daily” is revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and checking in on what has happened since the stories first ran. After we sat down with Leo, a third grader, to talk about the impeachment inquiry, we were flooded with emails expressing gratitude for our guest. So we called Leo back and asked him about what he’s been up to while the impeachment inquiry has unfolded. Guests: Michael S. Schmidt, who covers national security and federal investigations for The New York Times; Bianca Giaever, a producer for “The Daily”; and Leo, a third grader who was obsessed with the impeachment inquiry. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily.

Background reading:

Leo predicted President Trump would be impeached in the House of Representatives. He was right.
The impeachment process was paused after Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she would wait to see what the trial in the Senate would look like before sending the two charges there.

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