Kamala Harris tells Georgia voters: ‘We’re running as the underdog’
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The podcast delves into various political topics, starting with Kamala Harris and Tim Walls' joint interview. Harris highlights their accomplishments in lowering inflation, capping insulin costs, and investing in manufacturing. She criticizes Donald Trump's inaction on border security and his opposition to a bipartisan border security bill. The podcast then discusses a lawsuit filed by Democrats against the Georgia election board over a new rule that allows county officials to conduct an open-ended inquiry into election results, potentially delaying certification. Sarah Tindal-Gazal, a member of the Georgia election board, explains the rule's potential for uncertainty and how it could be used to undermine public confidence in the election process. The podcast then shifts focus to Donald Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery for a campaign photo op, which is criticized for violating federal law and disrespecting the hallowed grounds. Trump's campaign filmed video in a restricted area, and a Trump staffer allegedly pushed an Arlington employee. The incident highlights Trump's disregard for rules and his tendency to exploit sensitive situations for political gain. Trump defends his visit, claiming he was not campaigning and that he doesn't need publicity. Ruth Benghit, a history professor, analyzes Trump's response, highlighting his tendency to degrade and denigrate others to feel more important. She argues that Trump's actions at Arlington are characteristic of an authoritarian leader who lacks respect for institutions and principles. The podcast concludes with a discussion of the Harris-Walls campaign's back-to-school initiative, which aims to engage and mobilize student voters. The initiative aims to reach 150 campuses and includes doubling staff dedicated to youth and campus engagement. The campaign is also seeing a surge in enthusiasm among black women since Harris launched her presidential campaign. The podcast ends with a moving moment from the Democratic National Convention where the oldest and youngest members of the West Virginia delegation cast their votes for Kamala Harris. Jean Evansmore, the oldest delegate, and Catherine Prather, the youngest delegate, discuss their motivations for supporting Harris and the importance of protecting their respective lifetimes of work and freedom.
Outlines
Kamala Harris and Tim Walls' Economic Plans and Border Security
Harris and Walls discuss their economic plans, focusing on lowering inflation, capping insulin costs, and investing in manufacturing. Harris criticizes Trump's inaction on border security and his opposition to a bipartisan border security bill.
Georgia Election Board Lawsuit and Potential for Uncertainty
Democrats sue the Georgia election board over a new rule that allows county officials to conduct an open-ended inquiry into election results, potentially delaying certification. Sarah Tindal-Gazal explains the rule's potential for uncertainty and how it could be used to undermine public confidence in the election process.
Trump's Controversial Visit to Arlington National Cemetery
Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery for a campaign photo op is criticized for violating federal law and disrespecting the hallowed grounds. Trump's campaign filmed video in a restricted area, and a Trump staffer allegedly pushed an Arlington employee.
Trump's Response to Criticism and Authoritarian Tendencies
Trump defends his visit to Arlington National Cemetery, claiming he was not campaigning and that he doesn't need publicity. Ruth Benghit analyzes Trump's response, highlighting his tendency to degrade and denigrate others to feel more important. She argues that Trump's actions at Arlington are characteristic of an authoritarian leader who lacks respect for institutions and principles.
Harris-Walls Campaign's Back-to-School Initiative and Voter Mobilization
The Harris-Walls campaign launches a back-to-school initiative to engage and mobilize student voters. The initiative aims to reach 150 campuses and includes doubling staff dedicated to youth and campus engagement. The campaign is also seeing a surge in enthusiasm among black women since Harris launched her presidential campaign.
The Passing of the Torch and Support for Kamala Harris
The Democratic National Convention featured a moving moment where the oldest and youngest members of the West Virginia delegation cast their votes for Kamala Harris. Jean Evansmore, the oldest delegate, and Catherine Prather, the youngest delegate, discuss their motivations for supporting Harris and the importance of protecting their respective lifetimes of work and freedom.
Keywords
Kamala Harris
The current Vice President of the United States and a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination.
Tim Walls
A political figure running alongside Kamala Harris in the presidential election.
Georgia Election Board
The governing body responsible for overseeing elections in the state of Georgia.
Donald Trump
The 45th President of the United States and a controversial political figure.
Arlington National Cemetery
A military cemetery located in Arlington, Virginia, where fallen soldiers are buried.
Authoritarianism
A form of government characterized by strong central power and limited individual freedoms.
Back-to-School Initiative
A campaign strategy aimed at engaging and mobilizing student voters.
Democratic National Convention
A quadrennial event where the Democratic Party nominates its presidential and vice presidential candidates.
Q&A
What are Kamala Harris and Tim Walls' key economic policies?
Harris and Walls focus on lowering inflation, capping insulin costs, and investing in manufacturing. They aim to create an opportunity economy that provides everyone with the chance to succeed.
What is the new rule that Democrats are suing the Georgia election board over?
The rule allows county officials to conduct an open-ended inquiry into election results, potentially delaying certification and undermining public confidence in the election process.
Why is Donald Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery controversial?
Trump's visit violated federal law by using the cemetery for a campaign photo op. His campaign filmed video in a restricted area, and a Trump staffer allegedly pushed an Arlington employee.
How does Ruth Benghit analyze Trump's response to criticism about his Arlington visit?
Benghit argues that Trump's tendency to degrade and denigrate others is characteristic of an authoritarian leader who lacks respect for institutions and principles.
What is the Harris-Walls campaign's back-to-school initiative?
The initiative aims to engage and mobilize student voters by reaching 150 campuses and doubling staff dedicated to youth and campus engagement.
What are the motivations of Jean Evansmore and Catherine Prather for supporting Kamala Harris?
Evansmore, the oldest delegate, wants to protect her lifetime of work and freedom. Prather, the youngest delegate, wants to ensure a future of justice, choice, and opportunity.
Show Notes
Tonight on The Last Word: Kamala Harris slams Trump for killing the bipartisan border deal. Plus, how a new Georgia election board rule could impact November. Also, what the incident at Arlington National Cemetery show us about Trump. And West Virginia’s oldest and youngest delegates call out Trump at the DNC. Keith Ellison, Sara Tindall Ghazal, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Jean Evansmore, and Kathryn Prather join Ali Velshi.
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