The NPR Politics Podcast Mike Pence, Chris Christie Are Running — Can They Topple The Don?
Jun 7, 2023
Mike Pence and Chris Christie are shaking up the GOP primary as they attempt to unseat Donald Trump. The discussion highlights how they navigate traditional conservative values while appealing to modern voters. Strategies to critique Trump's leadership and character emerge as they reflect on their past support. Voter motivations, particularly negative partisanship, shape the fragmented landscape they face. The looming presence of Trump as both a candidate and a loyalist complicates the dynamics of future debates and the primary race.
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Pence's Retro Campaign
- Mike Pence, running against Trump, focuses on traditional Republican messaging.
- He criticizes Democrats, highlighting their supposed weakening of the country.
Christie's Change of Heart
- Chris Christie, once a strong Trump ally, now actively campaigns against him.
- This shift follows Christie's COVID diagnosis during Trump's 2020 debate prep.
Burgum's Entry and Trump's Path
- Doug Burgum's candidacy highlights the lack of a strong Trump alternative.
- Multiple candidates splitting the anti-Trump vote increase Trump's chances of winning.