Pod Save America The State Of the Union Is ... Long
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Mar 5, 2025 The hosts dive into the spectacle of Donald Trump's record-setting 99-minute State of the Union address, filled with blame and bizarre moments. They discuss everything from tariffs and their economic fallout to the peculiar proposal of invading Greenland. Political protests and their effectiveness also come under scrutiny, as well as Rep. Al Green's bold interruptions. With a comedic twist, they examine Democratic responses and the need for a shift in political messaging to better connect with voters.
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Democratic Protests
- Several Democrats protested during and after Trump's State of the Union address.
- Representative Al Green interrupted the speech, held signs, or walked out.
Improving Democratic Responses
- Elissa Slotkin's response was solid but lacked the dynamism needed in the post-Trump era.
- Democratic responses should aim for virality on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Trump's Approval Rating
- Trump maintains a 45-51% approval rating, indicating substantial support.
- Directly criticizing Trump's behavior in Democratic responses might alienate some voters.