

“Kenosha vs. Convention.”
Aug 27, 2020
Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes joins to discuss the fallout from the shooting of Jacob Blake and the subsequent protests in Kenosha. He highlights the urgent need for systemic change and critiques the contrasting responses of political campaigns to issues of police brutality. Barnes emphasizes the importance of authentically reaching out to diverse voters and the role professional athletes played in addressing systemic racism. The discussion delves into the political exploitation of unrest and the need for genuine leadership in the fight for justice.
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2016 Conventions and Overconfidence
- Dan Pfeiffer recalls the 2016 conventions and the overconfidence surrounding them.
- He emphasizes the importance of avoiding premature conclusions and remembering that outcomes can be surprising.
Conventions' Pandemic Messaging
- The Democratic convention acknowledged the pandemic, while Republicans tried to ignore it.
- Even the format and production of the Republican convention strategically aimed to make people forget about COVID.
Trump Campaign's Target Voters
- The Trump campaign targets moderate Republicans and non-voting likely Trump voters.
- Their message focuses on reassuring moderates and energizing the base through fear-mongering.