Pod Save America “Make America 2016 Again?”
Apr 25, 2019
Ari Berman, a Senior reporter at Mother Jones and author of Give Us the Ballot, dives into crucial discussions surrounding voting rights and election integrity. He highlights the troubling implications of Trump’s attempts to manipulate the census and reduce immigrant representation. The conversation also touches on Biden's candidacy struggles, the importance of local elections, and the ongoing threats to election security. Berman’s insights shed light on the need for Democrats to adapt their strategies for a changing political landscape.
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Impeachment Strategy
- Democrats should investigate Trump thoroughly before considering impeachment.
- They need a clear message and plan to explain their actions to the public.
Trump's Two-Pronged Strategy
- Trump's strategy involves delaying legal processes and fighting all subpoenas to create confusion.
- He aims to appeal to his base by appearing to fight against perceived persecution.
Trump's Stonewalling
- Trump's stonewalling of investigations might force Democrats to be more aggressive with impeachment.
- Pelosi's strategy of initial investigations is challenged by Trump's refusal to cooperate.
