The Tucker Carlson Show Trump's First Campaign Manager Paul Manafort Breaks Down the Current State of the Presidential Race
Oct 23, 2024
Paul Manafort, Donald Trump's first campaign manager who recently experienced prison time, shares his insights on the current presidential race. He discusses how Trump is appealing to moderates and gaining support in the Hispanic community. Manafort also critiques Kamala Harris’s campaign strategy and foresees potential unrest if Trump wins, predicting that the left may refuse to accept the results. Additionally, he weighs in on the Ukraine conflict and offers thoughts on future governance if Trump is re-elected.
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Undecided Voters' Priorities
- Undecided voters in battleground states largely disapprove of the country's direction and haven't benefited recently.
- The economy, border/immigration/crime, and global safety are their top concerns, not abortion or "democracy".
Reagan's 1980 Win
- Manafort recalls the 1980 Reagan campaign, noting parallels to the current race, like a struggling economy and an "unknown" challenger.
- Reagan's victory after proving his presidential capabilities in a debate offers a similar potential outcome for Trump.
Hispanic Vote Shift
- Trump may secure a majority of the Hispanic vote in some battleground states and 25% overall.
- This shift is attributed to border concerns, crime, cultural values, and the impact of illegal immigration on communities.