Key Insights
Why might it be better for right-wingers and libertarians if Joe Biden won in 2020?
Joe Biden's presidency could have allowed right-wingers and libertarians to see the flaws in the system more clearly, leading to a stronger anti-statist movement.
Why does Dave Smith think Donald Trump's presidency could lead to a political realignment?
Trump's presidency could make right-wingers deeply anti-statist, questioning the legitimacy of elections, media, government, spies, and the military.
Why does Dave Smith find Jon Stewart's questioning of Kamala Harris's association with Dick Cheney compelling?
Jon Stewart's questioning highlights the absurdity of Kamala Harris using Dick Cheney's endorsement as a badge of honor, given Cheney's controversial past.
Why does Dave Smith criticize Charlie Kirk's response to the question about AIPAC?
Charlie Kirk's response avoids addressing the specific concerns about AIPAC's influence and instead questions the motives of the questioner, which Smith finds evasive and weak.
Why does Dave Smith believe the question about AIPAC is reasonable?
The question about AIPAC is reasonable because it addresses a significant foreign influence apparatus that spends millions to oust politicians not sufficiently pro-Israel.
Chapters
- Donald Trump is leading in betting markets, but polls show a close race.
- There is little confidence in a free and fair election outcome.
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