Key Insights
Why did Dan Bongino feel optimistic about the election results?
Dan Bongino felt optimistic because the trend lines for Kamala Harris were not looking good, and there was not a single data point coming in her favor. The betting markets also had Donald Trump at 88-90% where people were putting their own money down.
What was the significance of the exit polls in Georgia?
The exit polls in Georgia had the black vote at 25% for Trump, which was a game-changer if it held. Additionally, the gender gap that Kamala Harris was counting on basically didn't materialize, with men voting more for Trump than women for Harris.
How did the Trump campaign strategy differ this time compared to 2020?
The Trump campaign focused a lot of time on the East Coast in Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina, unlike last time where they were dragging the election out till two o'clock in the morning with data dumps. This time, they wanted to blow it out early on the East Coast to avoid a repeat of 2020.
What concerns did Mike Benz express about potential election violence?
Mike Benz was concerned about potential November to January election violence, especially if Trump were to win. He mentioned that if you read the infamous Newsweek article about the cabal, they had shock troops ready to go and had to tell them to stand down. There's no reason to believe they don't have the same street chaos agents out there right now.
How did the media's role in the 2020 election influence the current election?
The media's role in the 2020 election, where they controlled Twitter and other platforms, influenced the current election by making the tech community feel betrayed by the Biden State Department. This led to a turning point where even some of the social media platforms right now are holding strong in free speech, which wasn't the case in 2020.
What was the impact of the January 6th narrative on the election?
The January 6th narrative was a significant part of the Democrats' strategy, but if Trump wins, it will be the death knell for that narrative. It will show that all the time, resources, and energy put into the January 6th narrative were in vain, and it will be a huge humiliation for the media and Democrats.
Why was the Virginia governor's race significant?
The Virginia governor's race was significant because it was a swing state that had recently turned reliably blue. If the Republicans could win there, it would be a sign of a significant shift in political dynamics and could indicate a broader trend of Republican gains in traditionally Democratic areas.
How did the issue of illegal immigration affect the election?
Illegal immigration was a major issue in the election, especially in border states like Texas, New Mexico, California, and Arizona. The Biden-Harris administration's failure to secure the border and the resulting crisis had a direct impact on the average American, leading to concerns about safety, housing, and the economy. This issue significantly harmed Kamala Harris's campaign in these states.
What was the lasting gift of Donald Trump to the Republican Party?
Donald Trump's lasting gift to the Republican Party was penetrating the sick Republican culture where they had forfeited the Hispanic and black vote. He broke through this culture and opened the eyes of minority voters who are now like, 'these guys were with me the whole time, these Republicans.'
How did the media's handling of the election results differ from previous years?
The media's handling of the election results was different this year as they primed the public to not expect results on election night, which is not normal. They were preparing the ground for potential legal challenges and street protests by suggesting that the main key swing states would remain undecided for a while.
Chapters
- Dan Bongino expresses his feelings about the election night.
- The importance of the night for history is highlighted.
- The team discusses the potential for Trump to do well in Florida.
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