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Margaret Hoover: Kamala, the Real Apprentice

2024/8/30
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Kamala Harris's performance in a recent CNN interview, where she addressed questions about her policy positions and Donald Trump's criticisms, has been praised. Her responses were seen as deft and well-prepared, marking a shift in her public image. She has seemingly transitioned from a less impactful role to a more confident and capable leader, drawing comparisons to a gymnast "sticking the landing."
  • Harris gave her first joint interview with her husband, Tim Walz, to CNN.
  • She addressed her stance on fracking and immigration.
  • Harris responded to Trump's attacks on her racial identity.
  • She stated her intention to include a Republican in her cabinet.

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Harris has been watching and learning about the ways of Washington, and she keeps sticking the landing like a gymnast. Meanwhile, Trump is desperately trying to unring the bell on abortion. Plus, what is his plan to delegitimize the election this time? PBS' Margaret Hoover joins Tim Miller for the holiday weekend pod.

*show notes: * Margaret's Firing Line special, "Counting the Vote" on your local PBS station) Margaret's Firing Line documentary on YouTube) Tim's playlist) John Avlon's congressional campaign website)