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Mar 24, 2024 • 32min

Fox News Buried Its Own Mike Pence Story to Benefit Trump

Matt Gertz from Media Matters for America tells The New Abnormal that Fox News’ handling of its exclusive Mike Pence story shows how it's become a “Trumpian propaganda outlet.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 57min

The Looming Standoff in Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Case

“The Washington Post” reporter Devlin Barrett joins The New Abnormal to discuss what happens next in the former president’s contentious classified documents case. Plus, a conversation with Cornell Belcher, the founder of Brilliant Corners Research & Strategies, about all the reasons to ignore recent polling which shows Black and Hispanic voters may be moving to the right. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 19, 2024 • 1h

Trump’s Coming for Your Granny’s Health Care

Discussing Trump's social security cuts, mishaps, and Russian disinformation. Exploring his financial struggles, dangerous rhetoric, and contrasting it with Biden's policies. Analyzing Trump's controversial statements, media diversion, Elon Musk's interviews, and uncovering a Russian disinformation operation.
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Mar 17, 2024 • 32min

Donald Trump’s Latest Clinton Conspiracy About BleachBit and Hillary’s Emails Is a Total Trip

The podcast dissects Trump's wild claims about Hillary's emails, debunking myths about BleachBit. It also critiques politicians' memory issues, DOJ inaction, and China threats. The authors discuss rural white attitudes, healthcare, and political motivations for perpetuating rage.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 3min

Donald Trump’s Huge Debts Make Him Even More Dangerous

The podcast discusses the 2024 presidential election, media manipulation by Republicans, a secretive right-wing Christian men's group, financial vulnerabilities of Donald Trump, RNC favoring Trump over other Republicans, and the influence of wealthy individuals on accurate information dissemination.
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Mar 12, 2024 • 58min

The Real Reason Why Trump Is Trashing Kimmel and the Oscars

Discussion on Trump's criticism of Kimmel and the Oscars, State of the Union address, economic populism, rise of Trumpism, rebuttal to Biden's address, deceptive story from Senator Katie Britt, Trump's defamation actions, impact of political rhetoric on working-class Americans, criticism of Elon Musk's actions
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Mar 10, 2024 • 35min

Katie Britt Should Have Known the SOTU Response Was a Trap

The podcast discusses Sen. Katie Britt's disastrous State of the Union reply and why she should have consulted with Bobby Jindal and Blake Masters. Also, CNN's Jim Sciutto talks about his new book on global powers and the parallels to World War II. The episode covers geopolitical analysis, lessons from the war in Ukraine, and the Chinese threat to Taiwan.
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Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 3min

Trump Is Set to Hit a ‘Financial Brick Wall’ Within Weeks

Discussion includes Trump facing financial turmoil and possible asset seizure, a new social network promoting Christian supremacy gaining GOP support, and legal analysis on Trump's legal battles. Exploring political climate shifts, a critique of Trump's presidency qualifications, and the influence of the Nexus Mountain Network aiming for Christian domination in society. Also, highlighting inconsistencies in influencer listings and a Florida bill banning workplace protections against extreme heat.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 1h 6min

Trump’s SCOTUS Win Shows Why We Need Federally Run Elections

The podcast discusses Trump's legal battles, Supreme Court decisions, and concerns about democracy erosion. They also cover the retconning of George Floyd's death, challenges in civic engagement, and the dangers of revising police abuse cases. Additionally, they talk about the legal issues surrounding Trump's circle and the ongoing fight for workers' rights against relaxed child labor laws in Kentucky.
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Mar 3, 2024 • 31min

How Unions Could Help Democrats Turn Red States Blue

Exploring the impact of declining union membership on the strength of the Republican Party. Critiquing conservative figures at events like CPAC for their behaviors. Addressing racism through education and community role models. Discussing the ramifications of the decline of union power on inequality and the political landscape.

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