Chapter
The Pressure of Being a Politician
20:13 - 26:27 (06:14)
The demands of being a politician include staying visible and engaging with the public, but it can lead to politicians being more concerned about their own branding and fundraising rather than addressing important issues.
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The 8th district in Michigan serves as an example of the impact of rare competitive districts in US elections and the influx of funding from outside the local area.
20:13 - 22:05 (01:52)
Summary
The 8th district in Michigan serves as an example of the impact of rare competitive districts in US elections and the influx of funding from outside the local area.
ChapterThe Pressure of Being a Politician
EpisodeRep. Elissa Slotkin on Governing in an Era of Extremes
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The average person just wants their government to function and get meaningful things done, rather than being distracted by culture war political stunts.
22:05 - 24:24 (02:19)
Summary
The average person just wants their government to function and get meaningful things done, rather than being distracted by culture war political stunts. Politicians who focus on governance instead of branding are more likely to gain the trust and support of moderates.
ChapterThe Pressure of Being a Politician
EpisodeRep. Elissa Slotkin on Governing in an Era of Extremes
PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The demands of running a political campaign have increased, with requirements to be visible and engaging with the public including town halls, events, and working the entire district.
24:24 - 26:27 (02:02)
Summary
The demands of running a political campaign have increased, with requirements to be visible and engaging with the public including town halls, events, and working the entire district. This is reflected in the strategies used by the Trump campaign.