2:05 Fear and loathing on the campaign trail 2024 9:48 Haley’s shortcomings, Trump’s cognitive decline 24:43 Who’s the perfect Democrat to run against Biden? 40:20 How Biden could stop the Gaza war 48:01 Why the Houthis are hard to neutralize 1:00:14 Could Trump sabotage the border security deal? 1:16:50 Doctor bots, robo-receipt checkers, and AI optimism 1:33:01 The real problem with America’s elites 1:42:28 Is catastrophe the only thing that can save America? 1:51:55 Bob tries to drag Mickey (back) into the JFK assassination rabbit hole 1:58:24 Has DeSantis destroyed his brand?
I still don't understand the institutional structure that allows the democratic candidate to be appointed without challenge. In particular, does it point to a lack of courage in a large group of potential challengers?
Robert F. Kennedy's supporters in 1968 did not generally vote for George Wallace. Kennedy's campaign attracted a diverse coalition, including black voters and some white working-class individuals. In a 1968 "thermometer" poll, Robert Kennedy ranked the very highest among black voters and George Wallace the very lowest.
While Wallace did attract some white working-class voters, it is not accurate to say that RFK supporters voted for Wallace. The 1968 election was marked by significant social and political upheaval, and the voting patterns were complex, but there is no evidence to suggest that a significant number of RFK supporters voted for George Wallace.
For the record, I share your enthusiasm for the JFK conspiracies and would love more as you dive deeper.
I still don't understand the institutional structure that allows the democratic candidate to be appointed without challenge. In particular, does it point to a lack of courage in a large group of potential challengers?
Robert F. Kennedy's supporters in 1968 did not generally vote for George Wallace. Kennedy's campaign attracted a diverse coalition, including black voters and some white working-class individuals. In a 1968 "thermometer" poll, Robert Kennedy ranked the very highest among black voters and George Wallace the very lowest.
While Wallace did attract some white working-class voters, it is not accurate to say that RFK supporters voted for Wallace. The 1968 election was marked by significant social and political upheaval, and the voting patterns were complex, but there is no evidence to suggest that a significant number of RFK supporters voted for George Wallace.
The protection of Biden is a product of elite capture. The party elite cancelled the primary and disallowed the vote.
When has the world not been fucked up? I suppose it's a matter of perspective.
And of degree.