The Megyn Kelly Show GOP Chances in NY and CT, Military Recruitment Issues, and REAL Top Gun Pilot, with John Ellis and Dave Berke | Ep. 416
Oct 20, 2022
John Ellis, founder of News Items Substack, provides sharp political insights on the GOP’s chances in traditionally Democratic strongholds like New York and Connecticut. He discusses rising crime rates and voter dissatisfaction with the current administration. In the second half, Dave Berke, a former TOPGUN pilot and Marine veteran, shares his gripping experiences training elite pilots and the challenges of military recruitment. He reflects on leadership lessons learned in combat and the cultural impact of the Top Gun movies. Get ready for a blend of politics and aviation thrills!
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Blumenthal's Election History
- In 2010, Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal won his seat with 55% of the vote, or 600,000 votes.
- Six years later, in 2016, he increased his win to 63% with over a million votes, a record for Connecticut.
Referendum on Biden
- John Ellis believes that the Connecticut Senate race is a referendum on President Biden and his administration.
- He suggests that voters are reacting to the administration's ambitious agenda and its impact on inflation, gas prices, and food costs.
Kari Lake's Potential
- John Ellis suggests that Kari Lake is poised to become a major national Republican figure.
- Upon winning the Arizona gubernatorial race, she could become a frontrunner for the 2024 vice presidential nomination.