The Bulwark Podcast Symone Sanders Townsend and Olivia Nuzzi: Kamala v the Weirdo
Sep 10, 2024
Symone Sanders Townsend, an MSNBC weekend show host, joins Olivia Nuzzi, a political journalist known for her deep dives into Trump’s psyche. They dissect the highly anticipated debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, focusing on Harris’s strategic advantages and the unique challenges she faces as a woman of color. They explore misconceptions about Black women's political roles, Trump's struggle with narrative creation, and the emotional weight of debates on voters. The conversation weaves humor with sharp political insights.
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JD Vance's Cat Cannibalism Rumor
- JD Vance spread a rumor about Haitian immigrants abducting and eating cats in Springfield, Ohio.
- This was based on a Facebook post about a different city and is demonstrably false.
The Danger of Misinformation from Elected Officials
- Simone Sanders Townsend points out that J.D. Vance's words hold weight as a sitting senator.
- She highlights the danger of elected officials spreading misinformation, as their followers are more likely to believe them.
Kamala Harris' Debate Prep
- Kamala Harris hasn't had typical debate prep due to the unusual election cycle.
- Tim Miller expresses concern about her nerves going into the debate against Trump.