Pod Save America “Sedition: Impossible.”
Jan 4, 2021
Alyssa Mastromonaco, former White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Barack Obama, shares her unique insights on presidential transitions. She discusses the chaos of the 2016 shift from Obama to Trump, spotlighting the crucial need for planning and continuity. The conversation dives into the new administration's strategies for addressing past mishaps, particularly in COVID-19 vaccine rollouts. Alyssa emphasizes the importance of federal civil servants in ensuring smooth transitions, debunking myths around their roles in political shifts.
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Trump's Call with Raffensperger
- Donald Trump pressured Brad Raffensperger to "find" votes in Georgia.
- Raffensperger taped the call and released it to the Washington Post.
Source of Trump's Claims
- Trump's claims originate from fringe online communities, not mainstream news.
- This raises concerns about the influence of misinformation on the presidency.
Republican Cynicism
- Some Republicans support Trump's efforts for cynical political reasons.
- They prioritize their own political gain over democratic principles.