The NPR Politics Podcast GOP Hoped To Diversify. Then Came President Trump.
Jul 16, 2020
The discussion kicks off with the GOP's struggle for diversity amidst Trump's rise. Leadership shifts in his campaign raise eyebrows, especially with COVID-19 reshaping events. A report reveals contrasting views on how Trump affects voter appeal, exposing deeper internal divisions. The talk shifts to the party's future post-Trump, highlighting demographic challenges and evolving ideologies. Finally, the need for the GOP to engage younger, diverse voters is underlined, focusing on their fresh perspectives on critical issues like climate change.
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Campaign Manager Shakeup
- Trump's campaign manager, Brad Parscale, was replaced by Bill Stepien.
- This replacement was anticipated due to Parscale's high profile and controversies.
Impact of Shakeup
- For other candidates, changing campaign managers might significantly impact strategy.
- However, for Trump, chaos and frequent staff changes are typical.
RNC Scaled Down
- Trump wanted a large-scale RNC, even moving the rally from Charlotte to Jacksonville.
- However, due to COVID-19, the RNC has significantly scaled down the event.