Jen Psaki, former White House Press Secretary and current host of MSNBC’s "Inside with Jen Psaki," joins Stacey Abrams to dissect Trump’s lengthy address to Congress. They highlight his use of fear-driven rhetoric on immigration and human rights issues, stressing the need for robust civic engagement. The duo encourages awareness regarding misinformation and local advocacy, emphasizing the importance of community action in addressing rising costs due to current policies. They also delve into Trump’s messaging and its implications for marginalized groups.
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Key Takeaways from Trump's Speech
Trump's long State of the Union address was performative and self-indulgent.
He used victims and misleading narratives on Social Security, immigration, and other issues.
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Trump's Plan for Social Security
Trump's attack on Social Security is a clear signal of his intent to cut the program.
Democrats need a strategy to address this and protect vulnerable populations.
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Trump’s speech to a joint chamber of Congress was the longest in history, clocking in at nearly 100 minutes. Instead of providing viable solutions to problems like our affordability crisis or the current trade war , he used his platform to push his ongoing dangerous narrative on immigration, crime, and transgender rights. Stacey is joined by Jen Psaki, Host of MSNBC’s “Inside with Jen Psaki” and the MSNBC original podcast “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki” to recap, respond, and strategize ways that Democrats, and average citizens can prepare for the additional chaos to come and push back.
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Learn & Do More:
Keep yourself informed. To understand what’s true and what’s not from Trump’s speech, visit politifact.com or the Associated Press.
Mutual aid remains an excellent way to "do good" in your community. As prices rise due to Trump's policies, making it even harder for families to make ends meet, consider visiting your local food bank or shelter and volunteering or making a donation.
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