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RIP Project 2025?

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Aug 5, 2024
Join Shelby Talcott, a savvy politics reporter from Semafor, and Eli Stokols, an astute White House correspondent for Politico, as they dive into the controversial Project 2025. They dissect how fringe policies are reshaping the presidential landscape and raising eyebrows among voters. The duo explores the Democrats' strategy of branding their opponents as 'weird' and the implications of this messaging. With insights on political rhetoric and voter engagement, they shed light on how terms and narratives can influence the upcoming election.
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ANECDOTE

Project 2025's Controversial Proposals

  • Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for America, faced criticism for controversial proposals.
  • These included tracking women's fertility and mandating military entrance exams for students.
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Trump's Disavowal of Project 2025

  • Donald Trump's aides attacked Project 2025 after media linked it to his campaign.
  • Trump distanced himself, despite his administration officials' involvement, leading to the director's resignation.
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Project 2025's Scope

  • Project 2025's potential impact extends beyond the presidency to state/local levels.
  • Despite Trump's criticism, some believe he will utilize aspects of it if he wins.
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