cover of episode Team Trump “Rabid” in PA, and Rep. Dingell on the State of Michigan

Team Trump “Rabid” in PA, and Rep. Dingell on the State of Michigan

2024/10/31
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Somebody's Gotta Win with Tara Palmeri

Key Insights

Why is Pennsylvania causing concern for Team Trump?

Pennsylvania could determine the entire race, and Trump's team is sowing doubts about potential fraud.

What is the current state of the race in Michigan?

The race in Michigan is tight, with most polls showing the candidates within a margin of error.

Why are some Michigan voters concerned about electric vehicles?

They fear EVs will cause job losses in the auto industry.

How did Trump's comments at Madison Square Garden impact Michigan voters?

His comments offended women and the Hispanic community, particularly with racist remarks about Puerto Rico.

What are the early voting figures in Michigan telling us?

Early voting has exceeded expectations, but it's unclear if these are new or sporadic voters.

What is Congresswoman Dingell's outlook on Michigan's election?

She believes it's competitive and will come down to voter turnout.

Why are some Arab American voters in Michigan considering Trump?

Some are influenced by his stance on the Middle East conflict and may vote out of protest.

How does Congresswoman Dingell view third-party candidates in Michigan?

She believes they can be spoilers, particularly Jill Stein, who is targeting the Arab American community.

What is Congresswoman Dingell's strategy for undecided voters?

She focuses on educating voters about Trump's past actions and the importance of their vote.

What is the key issue for union workers in Michigan?

They are concerned about job security and the impact of trade policies.

Chapters

The Trump campaign is aggressively addressing alleged fraud in Pennsylvania, potentially setting the stage for contesting the election results.
  • Trump campaign focusing on fraud allegations in Pennsylvania.
  • Potential for criminal referrals against poll workers.
  • Campaign's strategy to sow doubts about election integrity.

Shownotes Transcript

Tara starts the pod by catching us up on the Trump campaign's struggle to control the fallout in Pennsylvania over some of the controversial comments made during his Madison Square Garden rally, and Kamala Harris’s closing campaign speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C. Tara is then joined by Michigan congresswoman Debbie Dingell to talk about the tireless work she’s doing with Team Harris to secure the Great Lakes State's electoral votes as we near election day.

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Host: Tara Palmeri

Guest: Rep. Debbie Dingell

Producer: Chris Sutton

Production Supervision: Conor Nevins

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