The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: June 19th, 2020
Jun 19, 2020
President Trump plans his first rally post-pandemic in Tulsa, sparking public health concerns. Tensions rise as officials worry about safety measures and the rally's timing on Juneteenth. Revelations from John Bolton's memoir create stirrings about Trump's foreign policy and relations with leaders like China. Alongside, a push in Tennessee aims to replace Confederate statues with Dolly Parton's, celebrating cultural unity. The conversation wraps with a fun look at Gen Z's take on millennials and initiatives to improve voting accessibility.
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Trump's Return to Rallies
- Trump's return to rallies signals his desire to project a sense of normalcy and economic reopening.
- His declining poll numbers and the choice of a Trump-friendly state also play a role.
Juneteenth Rally Controversy
- Trump scheduled a rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Juneteenth, a day commemorating the end of slavery.
- This choice sparked controversy due to Tulsa's history of racial violence, specifically the 1921 massacre in the Black Wall Street.
Bolton's Memoir
- John Bolton, Trump's former national security advisor, wrote a tell-all book about his time in the White House.
- The book includes allegations about Trump seeking China's help in the election and approving Xi's treatment of Uyghurs.