Pod Save America "Redactions Speak Louder."
Aug 30, 2022
Pat Ryan, New York's newly elected Congressman, shares insights from his unexpected victory in a swing district. He discusses the political chaos surrounding Trump's legal issues and the potential for violence tied to GOP rhetoric. Ryan emphasizes the lessons Democrats can learn about grassroots campaigning and effective messaging in today's polarized climate. The conversation also explores the political implications of Biden's student debt relief plan and critiques the hypocrisy of some politicians who oppose it despite benefiting from similar policies.
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Acronyms and Clearance
- Jon Favreau recalls working with Ben Rhodes, where they used many classified information acronyms.
- Favreau humorously mentions having a top-secret clearance but needing to know nothing.
Handwritten Notes
- Trump's handwritten notes in the Presidential Daily Brief raise concerns about information security.
- Sensitive information is often briefed orally, not written, due to security risks.
Threats of Riots
- Trump's allies, including Lindsey Graham, threaten riots if he's prosecuted.
- This rhetoric aims to intimidate the Justice Department, disregarding evidence.