Pod Save America “My Cousin Rudy.”
Nov 19, 2020
Reverend Raphael Warnock, the Democratic nominee for Georgia's Senate seat and senior pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church, shares his insights on navigating the political landscape. He addresses the chaotic efforts of Trump and Giuliani to deny election results and stresses the importance of accountability. Warnock highlights grassroots voter registration as key to maintaining Georgia's blue status. He also discusses how his faith influences his views on healthcare and education, emphasizing the need for unity and inclusivity in the political arena.
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Miscounting Fingers
- Rudy Giuliani fumbled the plot of My Cousin Vinny during a press conference.
- He used an anecdote about miscounting fingers, much like a scene in the film.
Trump's Pressure Strategy
- Trump's strategy relies on pressuring Republican officials to obstruct election certification.
- While this is unlikely to succeed, the broader implications for democracy are concerning.
Trump's Propaganda Strategy
- Trump's remaining strategy is based on propaganda, intimidation, and pressuring GOP lawmakers.
- The safeguards against his success are the courts and the law, but a closer election could have been stolen.