Chapter
Examining Different Motivations of Trump Supporters
50:52 - 1:00:18 (09:26)
Tim Miller, author of "Why We Did It", discusses the various motivations for Trump supporters and those who worked for Trump, emphasizing the fine line between cynicism and naivety in embracing the ideals of the Trump movement.
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The media should not be referees in political reporting, but rather a representation of the people's needs in terms of better governance, says one of the podcast's guests, Middle John.
50:52 - 52:48 (01:55)
Summary
The media should not be referees in political reporting, but rather a representation of the people's needs in terms of better governance, says one of the podcast's guests, Middle John.
ChapterExamining Different Motivations of Trump Supporters
EpisodeThree Jons and a Tommy: Pod Save America Talks Media, Messaging, and Midterms
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The speaker discusses the ideal relationship between the press and society, suggesting a level of antagonism is beneficial, and proposes the idea of a separate space for the press at events.
52:48 - 53:10 (00:22)
Summary
The speaker discusses the ideal relationship between the press and society, suggesting a level of antagonism is beneficial, and proposes the idea of a separate space for the press at events.
ChapterExamining Different Motivations of Trump Supporters
EpisodeThree Jons and a Tommy: Pod Save America Talks Media, Messaging, and Midterms
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The Republicans are selling an apocalyptic vision that if they don't win, America will be destroyed and Democrats will teach children that white people are all evil, among other things.
53:10 - 58:00 (04:49)
Summary
The Republicans are selling an apocalyptic vision that if they don't win, America will be destroyed and Democrats will teach children that white people are all evil, among other things. It's hard to distinguish between people who believe it and those who take that position because it's in their interest to do so.
ChapterExamining Different Motivations of Trump Supporters
EpisodeThree Jons and a Tommy: Pod Save America Talks Media, Messaging, and Midterms
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
Journalist and podcast host, Alex Wagner, discussed with her guests about the different types of people who worked for Trump and if they know people who worked for him.
58:00 - 1:00:18 (02:18)
Summary
Journalist and podcast host, Alex Wagner, discussed with her guests about the different types of people who worked for Trump and if they know people who worked for him. Tim Miller, a former Republican, wrote a book about the different categories of Trump supporters with varying motivations.