The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 965 - The Great Anti-Bernie Consolidation
Mar 3, 2020
Biden's allies unite to thwart Bernie's rise, leading to a dramatic Super Tuesday. A funny take on Biden’s gaffes highlights the absurdities of modern politics. Endorsements pour in for Biden, painting him as the electable choice against Trump. The podcast also tackles the unique challenges of nominating older candidates amid the pandemic. Chris Matthews' exit from media raises questions about political discourse, while foreign policy intricacies and implications of U.S. actions are also discussed, keeping listeners engaged and entertained.
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Democratic Party Consolidation
- The Democratic Party is more systematic than the Republican Party was in 2016.
- They consolidate behind a candidate more effectively.
2016 Republican Primary
- In 2016, the Republican field was fragmented, with candidates like Rubio, Cruz, and Kasich refusing to concede.
- This allowed Trump to secure the nomination despite not having majority support.
Strategic Endorsements
- The Democratic Party is more strategic, urging also-rans to drop out and endorse Biden.
- Bloomberg's campaign seems more like a placeholder for anti-Bernie sentiment.