The Daily Beast Podcast Why Trump’s Niece Is Even More Afraid for His Second Term
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Dec 17, 2024 Mary Trump, author and founder of Mary Trump Media, shares her fears about Donald Trump's growing power and what a second term could mean for democracy. NPR's David Folkenflik discusses the implications of Trump appointing Kari Lake to lead Voice of America. They delve into the challenges facing the media, the impact of misinformation on public trust, and the delicate balance between journalistic integrity and political influence. This conversation highlights critical issues surrounding accountability and the future of independent media.
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A More Dangerous Second Term
- Donald Trump's second term will be more dangerous than his first because he doesn't need to appease anyone.
- Corporate media, the Republican Party, and Trump voters knew this, yet they enabled it.
Democrats' Hypocrisy
- Some Democrats now advocate for pardoning Trump, contradicting their prior warnings about his dangerousness.
- This behavior is hypocritical and demoralizing to those who oppose Trump.
Normalizing Trump
- Mainstream media and some Democrats are normalizing Trump, despite his slim margin of victory.
- Their complicity disengages voters who see no difference between the parties.