6/5/23: Trump Mocks Overuse Of 'Woke', DeSantis And Trump Avoid Debates, Big Donors Back DeSantis, Jack Endorses RFK Jr, SCOTUS Crushes Workers, YouTube Changes Election Disinfo Policy, Twitter Notes, Jamie Dimon 2024, Ukraine War Profiteers

Jun 5, 2023

Guest Ben Freeman, a research fellow at the Quincy Institute, shares insights on the military-industrial complex's role in shaping narratives around the Ukraine war. The discussion highlights Trump's humorous jabs at the word 'woke' and the strategic political maneuvering of DeSantis and Trump as they potentially sidestep debates. Freeman also reveals the troubling influence of defense contractors on media coverage, questioning the impartiality of narratives surrounding U.S. military actions, and expresses concerns over new Supreme Court rulings impacting workers' rights.

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INSIGHT

Wokeness Split

Trump's critique of "wokeness" likely reflects a class divide in the GOP base.
DeSantis enjoys stronger support among college-educated Republicans, while Trump connects with the working class.

INSIGHT

Selective Critique

DeSantis's use of "wokeness" allows him to selectively critique corporate power.
This approach avoids challenging the underlying structures enabling corporate power.

ANECDOTE

COVID Clash

Trump and DeSantis are clashing over their COVID-19 responses, including vaccine stances and lockdown strategies.
DeSantis' attacks on Trump's vaccine record face challenges due to his past praise of Trump and Fauci.

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