The Intelligence from The Economist cover image

The Intelligence from The Economist

The Intelligence: Ron down, two left

Jan 22, 2024
24:24
Snipd AI
This podcast discusses Ron DeSantis' failed campaign for the Republican nomination, the inauguration of a Hindu temple in Ayodhya and its political implications, concerns surrounding the potential reelection of Mr. Modi's party in India, and the rise of 'insta-poetry' in the age of social media.
Read more

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Ron DeSantis' withdrawal from the Republican primary highlights the dominance of Donald Trump and the slim chances of his challengers.
  • The opening of a Hindu temple in Ayodhya signifies a triumph for Hindu nationalism in India, but raises concerns about the erosion of secularism.

Deep dives

Ron DeSantis suspends his presidential campaign

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, once seen as a major threat to Donald Trump's presidential candidacy, has suspended his campaign. He thanked his supporters and endorsed Trump, whom he previously criticized. DeSantis had focused heavily on winning the Iowa Republican primary but came a distant second to Trump. With the next state, New Hampshire, indicating a stronger showing for Nikki Haley, DeSantis withdrew, realizing he had little chance of winning.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode