Anti-woke in shambles as drag ban collapses, 24 GOP primary goes nuclear
The David Pakman Show - June 5, 2023
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Trump town hall so bad, even friendly Hannity can't save him
Donald Trump did a Fox News town hall hosted by Sean Hannity and the event showed just how absurd and embarrassing the 2024 Republican primary will be. The event showcased a cult-like atmosphere, with Trump's followers cheering for anything he said, regardless of its coherence or substance. At one point, Trump mentioned how he manipulated the timing of the town hall CNN hosted for him, so as not to interfere with Hannity’s time slot on Fox News. Such a tactic only serves to help himself and his strongest allies, rather than showing a genuine commitment to the public's interest. Additionally, Trump took credit for ending Roe v Wade, a decision that remains deeply unpopular with the majority of Americans. Rather than recognizing the potential backlash and considering the diverse perspectives on reproductive rights, Trump bragged about his role in this controversial change to the sycophantic right-wing audience. It seemed that anything Trump said, no matter how incoherent or unintelligible, was met with enthusiastic support. This blind loyalty and lack of scrutiny from his base only further emphasize the absurdity that is the state of American politics in 2023.
OH NO: DeSantis & Nikki Haley asked to define woke, COLLAPSE
Republican presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis both failed over the weekend to define the word “woke,” even though the subject seems to be all the right ever talks about these days. During a CNN town hall, Nikki Haley was asked to define “woke.” Her response failed to provide a clear definition, instead offering examples of what she believed constituted woke ideology. Similarly, Ron DeSantis was given the opportunity to define “woke.” He responded by associating it with “cultural Marxism,” a far-right conspiracy theory that blames the Frankfurt School, a group of German academics, for spreading movements like identity politics and political correctness. The perversion and misrepresentation of the term “woke” by some right-wing individuals has certainly been enough to destroy any good-faith use of the word, despite how even after years of talking about it endlessly, they don’t even know what it means.
From over the weekend:
Deranged DeSantis promises to "destroy leftism" if elected President
Ron DeSantis, Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate, recently made a bold declaration during an appearance on Fox & Friends, expressing his determination to “destroy leftism" if elected as president. However, DeSantis's strong opposition to left-leaning views contradicts the growing acceptance of such perspectives among a majority of Americans, diminishing the likelihood of gaining widespread support for his stance. Moreover, his dismissive attitude towards intellectual discourse and higher education undermines the democratic process, hindering the cultivation of critical thinking skills. By alienating moderate and progressive voters through his anti-left rhetoric, DeSantis restricts his potential support base, thereby limiting his chances of securing the party nomination or succeeding against President Biden in a general election.
From over the weekend:
The TRUTH about "men in women's sports"
The topic of trans women participating in women's sports has become a prominent political issue within right-wing circles, often referred to as “boys in girls' sports” or “men in women's sports.” Many Republicans, including former President Trump, have advocated for the exclusion of trans women from women's sports, receiving enthusiastic support from conservative audiences. However, it is important to recognize that the matter is multifaceted and primarily applicable to specific sports where the advantage of muscle mass is a significant factor. Potential solutions to address this concern include a complete ban on trans women's participation, allowing them to compete with approval from medical professionals, or establishing separate athletic leagues. The extent of the advantage trans women may have in sports remains a subject of debate, particularly in cases involving individuals who have transitioned early and therefore do not possess a substantial muscular advantage. While it is a topic worthy of discussion, it is crucial to acknowledge that it is not the most pressing issue facing the country, as some on the right may assert, nor does it even rank as the most significant concern within the trans community.
More on the show:
--Utah's right wing book ban backfires as the Bible is now banned in some schools, and the Book of Mormon is being considered for a ban
-- The anti-woke movement suffers another defeat as the Tennessee drag ban is found unconstitutional
-- Donald Trump holds a disastrous series of speeches in different parts of Iowa
-- Donald Trump is confronted by an anti-vaccine lunatic, the latest example of losing control of the monster you've created
-- Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis enters a "woke" coma, uttering the word numerous times while essentially saying nothing
-- Casey DeSantis, the wife of Ron DeSantis, steals Donald Trump's "tears in their eyes" meme and tells her own version of the story
-- Radical Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert is caught lying about her non-vote in the debt ceiling bill by hilarious video of her sprinting outside the US Capitol
-- Twitter is collapsing under Elon Musk's leadership, with ad sales down 59% and multiple high level employees quitting
-- Voicemail caller has an interesting question about vegetables and evolution
-- On the Bonus Show: US fighter jets respond to unresponsive aircraft near DC, Saudi Arabia cuts oil production to increase prices, Disney welcomes gays as DeSantis battle rages, much more...
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Once again, the more mistakes that DeSantis and Trump make only serve to underscore their (dis)approval rating. It doesn't matter that Republicans are cheering them on. The key word is: MAJORITY. The majority of Amerians see them for who they really are. Each day, they both make serious blunders. Not to worry.