

Trump’s Nazi Rally at MSG Perfectly Reflected ‘Republican Values’
Oct 29, 2024
Jay Willis, editor-in-chief of Balls & Strikes, dives into Elon Musk's deepening ties with Trump, exploring how Musk's right-wing media habits shape his political stance. Investigative reporter Phoebe Petrovic sheds light on the dark rise of Christian nationalism and its grip on the 2024 election. They discuss the alarming normalization of hate at political rallies and the serious threats to election integrity in America. The fusion of fringe extremism with traditional Republican values raises troubling questions about the future of U.S. democracy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Normalization of Hate: A Rally at Madison Square Garden
01:33 • 20min
Rising Authoritarianism and Election Integrity Concerns
21:10 • 2min
Elon Musk: Politics, Business, and Controversy
23:02 • 16min
Theocratic Influences on American Politics
39:13 • 18min
The Co-Opting of Republican Ideals by Fringe Extremism
56:48 • 2min
Examining Christian Nationalism and Media Influence
58:24 • 9min