The Daily The Big Lie and The Midterms
May 26, 2022
Reid J. Epstein, a politics reporter for The New York Times, dives deep into the influence of the 'Big Lie' on recent Republican primaries. He discusses how candidates in Pennsylvania thrived on election fraud claims while Georgia's incumbents rejected such narratives. As debates intensify within the party, Epstein explores whether relitigating 2020 is a winning strategy or a political liability. He also highlights the implications for upcoming gubernatorial races and the broader stakes for democratic integrity as the 2024 election looms.
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Trump's Influence Tested
- Trump's influence on the Republican party is waning, as evidenced by the Georgia primary results.
- Candidates who embraced Trump's stolen election claims lost significantly.
Perdue's Failed Campaign
- David Perdue, backed by Trump, focused his campaign on the stolen election narrative.
- This strategy failed, leading to a substantial loss against Brian Kemp.
Complexity of Stop the Steal
- Despite rejecting Stop the Steal candidates, Kemp and Raffensperger remain Trump supporters.
- They also implemented voting restrictions, highlighting the complexity of the issue.