The $364 Million Judgment in Trump’s NYC Fraud Case Did Not Go Far Enough
Feb 20, 2024
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Discussing the $364 million fraud suit against Trump, GOP's problematic campaign messaging, and Biden's need to stay ahead. Exploring the clash between religious beliefs and legal judgments, rise of Nazi symbols in public, and challenges faced by the Democratic Party. Analyzing Republican campaign issues on economy and immigration, economic recovery post-COVID, and reflections on war legacies and incidents of bigotry.
Republican Party's focus on economy may not resonate due to improving economic conditions and decreasing costs.
Democrats highlight economic legislation and job creation investments to counter GOP's immigration crisis claims.
Shift in GOP's foreign policy towards isolationism and weakening support for Reagan Republican principles.
Deep dives
The Economy and Inflation
The Republican Party has been focusing on the economy and inflation as key campaign issues. However, the timing may be off as the economy is showing signs of recovery and costs are starting to come down. Democrats are countering by highlighting their economic legislation and the investments made to create jobs and boost American manufacturing.
Immigration and the Border
The GOP has been targeting the Biden administration's immigration policies, claiming there is a border crisis. Democrats are trying to make the case that Republicans are not taking action on the border due to political expediency and that they are the party with compromise legislation. This messaging has shown signs of success in recent elections.
Shift Away from Reagan Republicanism
The Republican Party is shifting away from its Reagan Republican identity in terms of foreign policy. The party has become more isolationist, and there are fewer Republicans in Congress who align with Reagan's principles of peace through strength and standing up to Russian aggression. This change is evident in the declining number of Republicans who support foreign aid packages and assertive foreign policy agendas.
The Dangers of Donald Trump's Business Operations
Donald Trump has a history of not fulfilling contracts and owing money to numerous individuals and businesses. Despite lacking sufficient funds, he has been able to operate through a shell game and benefit from a system that has favored mediocre white men throughout history. His ability to obtain loans and financial support is unlikely to be extended to individuals from marginalized communities. The danger lies in normalizing this behavior and perpetuating a system of racialized capitalism, which could lead to a future where people become disillusioned with the system and refuse to support it.
The Threat to Democracy and the Lack of Awareness
There is a lack of seriousness among many regarding the threat that Donald Trump poses to democracy. There is a danger of heading towards a point of starvation, both literal and figurative, where people become so disillusioned with the system that they refuse to participate, undermining the foundations of democracy. It is crucial for individuals to understand and recognize the dangers of white supremacy, nationalism, and the erosion of democratic institutions. Black women, as the protectors of democracy, are sounding the alarm and trying to make people aware. However, many fail to comprehend the urgency of this situation and the consequences of it.
This week on The New Abnormal, co-hosts Andy Levy and Danielle Moodie discuss why the $364 million fine in the fraud suit against Donald Trump is not enough. Then, political scientist Dr. Christina Greer joins the show to discuss the differences between Democratic and Republican messaging—and what President Biden needs to do to not fall behind. We then talk to The Daily Beast political reporter, Riley Rogerson, about the problems with GOPs campaign talking points.
