The NPR Politics Podcast Campaign Check-In: How Are The Non-Trump Candidates Making Their Pitch?
Sep 7, 2023
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is facing tough challenges in his campaign, struggling to connect with voters. Meanwhile, Nikki Haley seems to have a strategic edge amid the crowded Republican primary. Mike Pence is trying to carve out his identity while grappling with the shadows of Trumpism. The podcast discusses the ideological tensions between traditional conservatism and populism, as candidates navigate their strategies and the critical need for broader appeal within the party.
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Presidential vs. Gubernatorial Campaigns
- Running a presidential campaign is vastly different from a gubernatorial race.
- It requires a different skillset and national stage experience.
Haley's Debate Impact
- Voters at Nikki Haley's New Hampshire event were impressed with her debate performance.
- They now see her as a viable candidate despite previous concerns about her being "rusty".
Republican Voter Groups
- Republican voters fall into three categories: always-Trump, maybe-Trump, and never-Trump.
- Candidates struggle to appeal to the "maybe-Trump" voters.