Andrew Yang Podcast What REALLY Happened in 2024? Andrew Yang Reveals All
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Dec 23, 2024 Join Andrew Yang and his guest Zach Graumann, the campaign manager for Dean Phillips's presidential campaign, as they unpack the thrilling political developments of 2024. They discuss the rise of the 'Pass the Torch' movement and the critical challenges faced by the Democratic Party, spotlighting key figures like Kamala Harris. The duo reflects on campaign strategies, media evolution, and the struggle for accountability in politics, all while sharing humorous anecdotes and the harsh realities of campaign finances and leadership responsibilities.
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Campaign Manager Conference Observations
- Zach Graumann attended a campaign manager conference at Harvard after the 2024 election.
- He observed that the Republican campaign managers disliked DeSantis and that Trump's team was surprisingly competent.
Trump Campaign Tactics
- Trump's team effectively used trolling tactics against DeSantis, like exploiting his sensitivity about his height and the pudding incident.
- They also capitalized on a Twitter poll and turned negative media coverage into positive publicity.
Dodging Responsibility
- Andrew Yang's former CEO gave him a book titled "Dodging the Bullet" about avoiding responsibility for professional failures.
- This relates to a Harris official claiming a "flawless campaign" despite losing, highlighting a lack of accountability.