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PBS News Hour - Brooks and Capehart

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Aug 16, 2024 • 14min

Brooks and Capehart on Harris' economic policy proposals

David Brooks, a New York Times columnist, and Jonathan Capehart, an associate editor at the Washington Post, dive into Kamala Harris's bold economic proposals aimed at tackling medical debt and housing affordability. They discuss the complexities of banning price gouging amid rising inflation, scrutinizing both Harris's plans and Trump's tariff strategies. The duo also examines how military sacrifice affects campaign appeal, contrasting Harris's growing momentum with Trump's challenges as the political landscape heats up ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
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Aug 9, 2024 • 12min

Capehart and Johnson on if Harris can sustain the momentum and pressure on Trump

Jonathan Capehart, a Washington Post associate editor, joins Eliana Johnson, editor-in-chief of the Washington Free Beacon, to dissect the latest political happenings. They discuss Vice President Kamala Harris selecting Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, the attacks on Walz's military service, and Harris's polling lead over Trump. The duo also dives into contrasting campaign strategies between Harris and Trump, the upcoming critical debate, and the electoral implications of personal attacks on military backgrounds.
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Aug 2, 2024 • 9min

Capehart and Johnson on Harris' running mate shortlist and Trump's latest attacks

Join Jonathan Capehart, a Washington Post associate editor renowned for his political insights, and Eliana Johnson, editor-in-chief of the Washington Free Beacon, as they dive into the current political landscape. They analyze Kamala Harris's successful campaign launch and fundraising, alongside Donald Trump's latest attacks. The two discuss the significance of selecting a running mate and reflect on the implications of a recent prisoner swap involving American detainees from Russia. A lively exploration of strategy, unity, and diplomacy unfolds!
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Jul 26, 2024 • 12min

Brooks and Capehart on Harris' appeal and the new race for the White House

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the whirlwind week in politics that has completely changed the race for the White House with Kamala Harris the new candidate at the top of the Democratic ticket and Donald Trump back on the campaign trail after an assassination attempt. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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Jul 19, 2024 • 10min

Brooks and Capehart on Trump's familiar message and the pressure on Biden to end his bid

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart discuss Trump's Republican nomination acceptance and Biden's persistence in the race. They analyze Trump's speech and the shift in rhetoric towards immigrants. The podcast also covers the impact of the Republican National Convention on the Democratic Party and the pressure on Biden to withdraw. Discussions include the uncertainty within the Democratic Party and considerations for Biden and Harris as potential contenders.

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