Pod Save America “America’s Next Top MAGA.”
Dec 2, 2021
Leah Litman, a law professor and co-host of Strict Scrutiny, dives into the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade, discussing immediate repercussions for abortion access in the U.S. She also analyzes the Republican Party's chaotic strategies and infighting, particularly in light of incendiary rhetoric from controversial figures. The conversation shifts to Dr. Mehmet Oz's carpetbagging campaign in Pennsylvania, exploring how celebrity candidacies impact voter sentiment and the future of the political landscape.
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Boebert's Comments
- Lauren Boebert called Ilhan Omar a terrorist at a fundraiser.
- She also joked about Omar having a backpack and being part of the "jihad squad."
Dangerous Rhetoric
- Boebert's rhetoric is dangerous and normalizes violence as a political solution.
- This puts Omar and other Muslims at risk.
Attention-Seeking Behavior
- Boebert's actions are a way to gain relevance in the attention economy.
- Outrageous behavior provokes responses that validate her importance.