On with Kara Swisher John Fetterman and Kara Talk Strokes, Recovery & Senate Race
Oct 10, 2022
In a heartfelt conversation, John Fetterman, Pennsylvania's Lieutenant Governor and Senate candidate, shares his remarkable journey of recovery from a stroke. He discusses how his health has been politicized in his race against Dr. Oz but asserts it won't deter him. Fetterman emphasizes the importance of authentic communication about health struggles in politics. The talk also touches on media coverage shifts and the unique challenges of navigating personal resilience while campaigning. Together with Kara, they tackle the complex dynamics at play in today’s political landscape.
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Early Fetterman Interview
- Kara Swisher recounts interviewing John Fetterman previously and noting his adeptness at challenging Trump's election math.
- She emphasizes Fetterman's interesting presence during the COVID crisis.
Shared Stroke Experiences
- John Fetterman discusses his stroke recovery, using closed captioning in the interview due to auditory processing issues.
- Kara Swisher shares a similar personal experience with a stroke and expresses concern over Dr. Oz's criticism of Fetterman's health.
Stroke Onset
- Fetterman describes the onset of his stroke at a Sheetz convenience store days before the primary election.
- His wife, Gisele, recognized the symptoms and insisted on going to the hospital, a decision that saved his life.