Pod Save America "Mitch Better Have Their Money."
Sep 13, 2022
Lindsay Owens, the Executive Director of Groundwork Collaborative and an economic expert, joins the conversation to dissect the intricacies of inflation and its real-life implications. The discussion touches on the Republican Party’s midterm jitters and the challenges around same-sex marriage protections, revealing tensions in political strategies. Listeners are entertained with a quirky game called 'Two Takes and a Fake', blending serious topics with light-hearted fun. The interplay between corporate profit and rising prices is also prominently explored.
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Midterm Narrative Shift
- Republicans are getting nervous about the midterm elections as several factors shift the narrative.
- These include fading inflation concerns, Democratic enthusiasm for abortion rights, and fundraising challenges for Republicans.
Rick Scott's Leadership
- Rick Scott's leadership is being questioned due to poorly chosen candidates and questionable financial strategies.
- His public feud with Mitch McConnell adds to the turmoil within the Republican party.
Aggressive Fundraising
- Republican fundraising tactics have become aggressive and potentially unethical.
- Some tactics involve automatically charging donors without clear disclosure, raising concerns.