Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

278: Fascism & The Fight For NC with Dr. Michael Bitzer & Max Boot

Oct 17, 2024

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Max Boot

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Michael Bitzer

Dr. Michael Bitzer, a political expert from Catawba College, discusses the impact of Hurricane Helene on North Carolina's elections, emphasizing voter turnout strategies amidst adversity. Meanwhile, Max Boot, a historian and columnist, critiques how Republicans have strayed from Reaganism to embrace extremism under Trump, who poses a serious threat to democratic principles. The conversation emphasizes the urgency of recognizing and addressing these alarming shifts in American politics.

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Trump's Political Extremism and Media Responsibility

03:10 • 8min

Voting Trends and Tech Tales

11:35 • 4min

Understanding the Benefits of Z-Biotics for Post-Drinking Recovery

15:23 • 2min

Hurricane Helene's Electoral Impact

17:50 • 15min

Insights on Politics and Pet Care

32:46 • 4min

From Reagan to Trump: A Political Transformation

37:03 • 16min

Sleepless Concerns: A Blend of Dreams and Democracy

52:45 • 5min

Media Critique and Political Dynamics

57:39 • 12min

Engaging with the Audience and Upcoming Live Show Plans

01:09:23 • 2min

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James and Al raise hell over the danger of fascism if Trump is elected and ask the leaders of our military to call out his rejection of democracy before welcoming Dr. Michael Bitzer to discuss the Democrats' prospects in North Carolina. They discuss the effect of the hurricane on the vote, the counties and cities with the most predictive value for the results, and what to expect in the state’s down-ballot races. Then, Al and James welcome historian Max Boot to explain how the Republicans have abandoned Reaganism in favor of Trump and extremism, the threat Trump poses to the Constitution, and why he left the party behind.

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Get More From This Week’s Guests:

Michael Bitzer:
Twitter | Catawba College | Old North State Politics | Author of “Redistricting and Gerrymandering in North Carolina”

Max Boot:
Twitter | Threads | Website | WaPo | CFR | Author

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