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Trouble In The Base — The Weekly Roundup

Mar 22, 2024

This week's panel discusses Trump's base weakness, the impeachment inquiry, and the concept of 'Christian Nationalism'. They also explore internal discord within the Republican Party and the rise of conspiracy theories and political rumors.

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Zack Czajkowski

Susan Del Percio

Lanae Erickson

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Trump's base shows signs of weakness post-election results.

Impeachment inquiry may backfire on Republicans.

Discussion on the implications of 'Christian Nationalism' in politics.

Deep dives

The Rise of Measles Cases in Various States

Watching the concerning rise in measles cases, with 58 reported cases as of March 14th, already matching the total for the previous year. Outbreaks in states like Arizona, Georgia, Florida, and Pennsylvania have significant implications, possibly impacting RFK Jr.'s candidacy and underscoring the importance of vaccination campaigns.

The Debate on the Parnas Testimony

02:00

The Rise of Christian Nationalism

02:00

Introduction

2min

Analyzing Anti-Trump Sentiments Within the Republican Party

4min

Navigating Political Endorsements and Voter Dynamics

26min

Unpacking Christian Nationalism and Political Extremism

21min

Election Initiatives and Measles Outbreaks

3min

Discussion on Gambling Legalization and 'Kate Gate'

2min

Exploring Conspiracy Theories and Political Rumors

3min

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This week, we look at Tuesday’s election results and the warning signs for Trump, whether the impeachment inquiry is backfiring on Republicans, and how to talk about “Christian Nationalism”

Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel:

Zack Czajkowski (Fmr. Lincoln Project Political Director)

Susan Del Percio (MSNBC political analyst and crisis communications expert)

Lanae Erickson (Senior Vice President for Social Policy, Education, and Politics at Third Way)

Segments this week:

(02:27) Trump’s base weakness

(19:00) Impeachment

(31:41) “Christian Nationalism”

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