Voting For Donald Trump, Biden's Faults & NYC's Downfall w/ Michael Rapaport | PBD Podcast | Ep. 364
Feb 9, 2024
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Actor, director, comedian, and podcast Michael Rapaport joins the show. They discuss Rapaport's journey to success, experiences playing basketball, favorite basketball players, dissatisfaction with the current state of Los Angeles, the issue of anti-Semitism, the possibility of a state becoming its own country, concerns about the long-term implications of the election results, and the speculation surrounding Michelle Obama running for president.
Trump's disrespectful behavior as president was criticized, particularly his insulting remarks towards others.
Trump's policies had positive impacts, including a stable economy without major conflicts.
Concerns were expressed about the progressive left's focus on identity politics and social justice issues within the Democratic Party.
Factors like homelessness, crime, and high taxes in California influenced the decision not to vote for Biden or the Democrats.
Deep dives
Main Idea 1
The speaker criticizes Trump's behavior as president, particularly his disrespectful and insulting remarks towards others, such as John McCain.
Main Idea 2
The speaker acknowledges that Trump's policies had some positive impacts, such as a stable economy without major wars or conflicts.
Main Idea 3
The speaker expresses concern over the current state of the Democratic Party, especially the progressive left's focus on identity politics and social justice issues.
Main Idea 4
The speaker highlights issues like homelessness, crime, and high taxes in California, specifically Los Angeles, as factors that contributed to his decision not to vote for Biden or the Democrats.
Concerns about border security
The speaker expresses frustration about the lack of border security and the ease with which people can cross into the country illegally.
Discontent with New York City
The speaker criticizes the portrayal of New York City and expresses disappointment with recent events, including an incident involving NYPD officers and illegal migrants.
Growing support for Trump among celebrities
The speaker mentions that some celebrities who were previously anti-Trump have started considering voting for him due to concerns about the current state of New York City and the Democratic party.
Anti-Semitism and the treatment of Jews
The speaker discusses the rise of anti-Semitism and expresses concerns about the treatment of Jewish people in the United States and the world.
Patrick Bet-David, Adam Sosnick, and Vincent Oshana are joined by actor, director, comedian, and podcast Michael Rapaport!
Michael David Rapaport is an American actor and comedian. Beginning his career in the early 1990s, he has made over 100 appearances in film and television.
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