System Update with Glenn Greenwald cover image

System Update with Glenn Greenwald

BONUS: Michael Tracey, Matt Taibbi, Walter Kirn on the RNC, Trump, and More

Jul 21, 2024
Reporter Michael Tracey, Journalist Matt Taibbi, and Author Walter Kirn discuss a wide range of topics, including divine intervention, Trump's redemption arc, political dynamics in the Republican Party, and the analysis of Democratic and Republican party strategies for the election.
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  • Trump's image as a mythic hero influences perceptions, overshadowing policy substance.
  • Nuances among evangelical voters affect interpretations of Trump's actions and redemptive arc.

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Trump's Mythology and Political Impact

Discussing the mythology surrounding Trump and how claims of divine intervention have bolstered his image, potentially overshadowing policy substance. The conversation includes analogies to Joseph Campbell's hero's journey and various interpretations of events like assassination attempts.

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