Know Your Enemy

Trump Survives, Biden Doesn't. Where Are We? [Teaser]

Jul 23, 2024

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In this episode, the podcast delves into the aftermath of Biden stepping down as the Democratic nominee and the rise of Kamala Harris. The discussion covers the unconventional choice of J.D. Vance as Trump's running mate and the impact of an assassination attempt on Trump's campaign. The hosts analyze the current state of the presidential race, the GOP Convention, and the Democrats' dynamics, shedding light on the uncertainties and shifts in the political landscape.

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Quick takeaways

Democratic pressures led to Biden stepping down, paving way for potential Harris nomination.

Growing support for Harris within Democratic Party counters earlier chaos predictions in nomination process.

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Challenges to Biden's Nomination Process

Challenges to Biden's nomination were discussed, highlighting the push from various Democratic figures for him to step aside. Criticisms of the DNC chair and attempts to manipulate public opinion were mentioned, particularly concerning false claims about ballot access problems in certain states. The podcast emphasized the cynical use of identity politics and the attempt to sway support away from Biden towards alternative candidates.

Backlash Against Biden and Transition to Harris as Nominee

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In the week-and-a-half since we last offered you, our beloved subscribers, the highest quality election punditry around, a lot has happened: on the Democratic side of the ledger, "The Podcasters' Coup" succeeded and Joe Biden has stepped down as the party's presidential candidate; at least for now, the nomination appears to be Kamala Harris's to lose. Republicans, meanwhile, just wrapped up their carnivalesque Convention, where Ohio senator J.D. Vance was unveiled as Donald Trump's running mate. And, of course, looming over it all was the assassination attempt on Trump in western Pennsylvania only days before the GOP gathered in Milwaukee.

Did Vance impress, and Trump charm? Did the assassination attempt change the race, or—as some credulous journalists ludicrously asserted—Trump himself? Where does the presidential race stand? Are Democrats in disarray? It doesn't seem that way, now, but does Harris have a real chance? Your hosts take up these questions and more!

Read:

Josh Boak, "Biden’s legacy: Far-reaching Accomplishments That Didn’t Translate into Political Support," Associated Press, July 22, 2024.

Ruth Igielnik, "How Kamala Harris Performs Against Donald Trump in the Polls," New York Times, July 21, 2024.

Tim Alberta, "This Is Exactly What the Trump Team Feared," The Atlantic, July 21, 2024.

Ian Ward, "The Seven Thinkers and Groups That Have Shaped JD Vance’s Unusual Worldview," Politico, July 18, 2024.

Matthew Sitman, "Will Be Wild," Dissent, April 18, 2023.

Susan Sontag, Against Interpretations and Other Essays(1966).

Listen:

The Ezra Klein Show, "The Trump Campaign's Theory of Victory" (w/ Tim Alberta), July 18, 2024