35. Trump’s Plan For Power
The Rest Is Politics: US
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Why do some people still support Donald Trump despite his controversial behavior and statements?
Support is driven by nationalist fervor, concerns about immigration, and racial biases against a black female candidate.
What is the significance of General John Kelly's on-record statement calling Trump a fascist?
It reinforces perceptions of Trump's authoritarian tendencies and could influence undecided voters.
How effective is door-knocking in swing states for the Harris campaign?
Door-knocking efforts are intensive but face challenges like low door response rates and technical issues with apps.
What are the key swing states the Harris campaign is focusing on?
The campaign is targeting seven states with unique demographics, including Wisconsin, Michigan, and Georgia.
How does the Trump campaign leverage social media for its strategy?
Trump uses Twitter (X) to manipulate perceptions, making it seem like he's winning and potentially discouraging Harris voters.
What are the Democrats' concerns about the potential for Trump to govern as a dictator?
Concerns include Trump's authoritarian rhetoric, potential misuse of military and law enforcement, and changes to legal immunity laws.
How does the Harris campaign plan to address low information voters?
They aim to educate these voters on specific issues like immigration and abortion rights to motivate them to vote.
What is the Harris campaign's strategy for the final days before the election?
Focus on driving up turnout in pro-democratic areas and ensuring their base votes, despite potential losses in less favorable regions.
What is the Trump campaign's confidence level about the election outcome?
The campaign is highly confident, expecting a landslide victory and dismissing the closeness of the race.
What are the potential scenarios for election night and the days following?
The result could be called as early as Wednesday night in Pennsylvania, but there may be delays due to mail-in ballot counts.
- General John Kelly, Trump's former chief of staff, publicly labels Trump as a fascist.
- Trump's admiration for dictators and his authoritarian tendencies are highlighted.
- The potential use of military against political adversaries is a major concern.
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