Surrounded 1 Politician vs 25 Undecided Voters (Feat. Pete Buttigieg) | Surrounded Rewind
Nov 9, 2025
Pete Buttigieg, former mayor and Afghanistan war veteran, engages with 25 undecided voters leading up to the 2024 election. He makes a compelling case for Kamala Harris, arguing her motivations are centered on public service while contrasting them with Donald Trump’s self-interest. Buttigieg discusses Harris’s economic vision for the Midwest and her plans to sustain job growth. He tackles issues like rights, crime reduction, and diversity, defending Harris's record and approach. Voters reflect on how his insights influenced their decisions.
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Motivation Shapes Policy Outcomes
- Pete Buttigieg contrasts Trump as self-interested and Harris as focused on improving people's lives.
- He argues caring motivations lead to better problem-solving even without magic fixes.
Different Paths To Power
- Buttigieg recounts Trump's atypical political path as a branding exercise that led to the presidency.
- He contrasts that with Harris's long rise from prosecutor to vice president.
Don't Waste A Vote In A Swing State
- Vote strategically: if you oppose Trump, avoid abstaining because it effectively helps him.
- In swing states, a single vote can decide the outcome, so use your ballot to block harmful results.