The New Yorker’s Political Writers Answer Your Election Questions
Jul 2, 2024
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Political writers at The New Yorker dive into election questions, Trump's appeal, challenges in journalism, and sponsorship segments. Poet Ada Limon shares her love for horses and Keeneland racetrack. The episode blends analysis, interviews, and poetic readings for an engaging listen.
Donald Trump's enduring support stems from his perceived authenticity and humor, alongside promises made to his base.
Critical interviews with right-wing figures face suspicions, challenges, and media landscape politicization.
Deep dives
Factors Influencing Support for Trump
The podcast delves into the reasons behind the enduring support for Donald Trump despite controversial actions. It suggests that while some acknowledge his flaws, many find his authenticity and humor appealing. Additionally, the essence of reactionary conservatism and promises made to his base play a significant role in his continued popularity.
Challenges in Conducting Critical Interviews with Right-Wing Figures
The podcast examines the difficulties in conducting critical interviews with right-wing politicians and influencers. It highlights suspicions and limitations imposed by figures like Candace Owens during interviews. Furthermore, it touches upon the politicization of the media landscape and the challenges of addressing misinformation and institutional distrust.
The Evolution of Trump's Movement and Its Embrace of Anti-Democratic Views
The episode reflects on the evolution of the Trump movement from 2016 to 2024, noting a shift towards open opposition to democratic norms. Despite a perceived decline in Trump's personal impact, his movement has intensified its resistance to democracy. The discussion underlines the influence of negative polarization and the complex dynamics influencing political allegiance.
At the beginning of 2021, it seemed like America might be turning a new page; instead, the election of 2024 feels like a strange dream that we can’t wake up from. Recently, David Remnick asked listeners what’s still confounding and confusing about this Presidential election. Dozens of listeners wrote in from all over the country, and a crack team of political writers at The New Yorker came together to shed some light on those questions: Susan B. Glasser, Jill Lepore, Clare Malone, Andrew Marantz, Evan Osnos, Kelefa Sanneh, and Benjamin Wallace-Wells.
Some years ago, the poet Ada Limón moved from New York City to Lexington, Kentucky. In a book called “Bright Dead Things,” she writes about adjusting to a new home, and the constant talk of thoroughbreds. “People always asking, ‘You have so many horses in your poems—what are they a metaphor for?’ ” she told the Radio Hour. “I think they’re not really a metaphor. Out here, they’re just horses.” Limón, who’s the current Poet Laureate of the United States, took us on a tour of Keeneland racecourse, in Lexington, and read her poem “How to Triumph Like a Girl.”This segment originally aired on April 13, 2018.
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