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The Fifth Column

#429 - The Kevin Hart Resource Curse

Nov 12, 2023
Comedian and actor Kevin Hart joins the hosts to discuss his hilarious surprise set at a comedy club, controversial jokes, and the fear of losing one's job. They also delve into recent crime statistics in New York City, anti-Semitism, the decrease in viewership for presidential debates, living in NYC, and the importance of debates in universities.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Republican primary debate lacked substantive policy discussions and relied on scripted responses, diminishing its impact.
  • Vivek Ramaswamy's professed affinity for Ronald Reagan conflicts with his policy positions, raising questions about his authenticity.

Deep dives

Key Takeaway 1: The Republican primary debate lacked strong candidates

The Republican primary debate featured candidates such as Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Kristi Noem, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Tim Scott. While Nikki Haley was believed to have performed well, her response to criticism fell flat. Ron DeSantis and Tim Scott displayed some strong moments, but overall there were no standout candidates.

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