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Mehdi Hasan: Memory-Holing the Worst President

2024/11/1
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Key Insights

Why is Donald Trump considered a threat to the United States?

He poses an existential threat due to his potential access to nuclear weapons and his history of escalating conflicts.

Why do some progressives and Muslim Americans struggle with voting for Kamala Harris?

They are upset with her support for Israel and the Biden administration's role in the Gaza conflict.

How does the Republican Party attempt to appeal to Muslim and Arab American voters?

They run ads highlighting Trump's peace rhetoric and criticize Harris's support for Israel.

Why do some European Green Parties oppose Jill Stein's candidacy?

They believe her candidacy could help re-elect Trump, which they consider too dangerous.

What is the criticism of Kamala Harris's campaign strategy in Michigan?

She sent unpopular figures like Bill Clinton and Liz Cheney, which alienated potential voters.

Why is there concern about the ads targeting both Jewish and Muslim communities in Michigan?

They are seen as anti-Semitic, Islamophobic, and misogynistic, playing on stereotypes and family dynamics.

What does Mehdi Hasan think about the potential outcome of the election?

He feels pessimistic, believing Trump has a good chance due to understated polling and momentum.

Chapters

The Wall Street Journal suggests Trump is too undisciplined to stage a coup, despite evidence to the contrary.
  • Wall Street Journal editorial implies Trump is too stupid to coup.
  • Jack Smith's indictment shows a clear coup plan involving Trump.

Shownotes Transcript

The WSJ wants readers to think that Trump is too stupid to coup—despite Jack Smith's indictment showing a very clear plan. And for those on the left and right arguing that we survived once before, there are hundreds of thousands of people who would still be alive today if Trump had managed Covid better. Plus, the laughable GOP civility police, Kamala's potential trouble in Michigan, the MAGA ads that are simultaneously antisemitic, Islamaphobic, and misogynist, and the Green parties in Europe want Jill Stein to step aside. 

Mehdi Hasan joins Tim Miller. show notes Tim's playlist