DNC starts, Trump triggered by failed polls, Tim Walz dominating
The David Pakman Show - August 19, 2024
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Trump LOSES SPEAKING ABILITY, crowd ASLEEP
Donald Trump's rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania was full of uninspiring messaging and cognitive struggles. The rally was marred by several odd moments, including Trump's fixation on outdated technology like TiVo and bizarre comments about his physical attractiveness compared to Kamala Harris. Attendees began leaving around the one-hour mark, with some appearing to fall asleep during his speech. Trump also made inflammatory remarks, such as suggesting Jewish Americans who vote for Democrats need their heads examined, drawing parallels to dangerous historical rhetoric. His speech was filled with negativity, concluding with the assertion that the U.S. is a "nation in decline," a phrase he ironically found "beautiful." The rally, characterized by confusion, cognitive glitches, and divisive statements, starkly contrasted with the more positive and cohesive message presented at the Harris-Walz rally.
Trump EXPLODES, 22 posts in AN HOUR to Truth Social
Donald Trump recently erupted in a fit of rage on Truth Social, posting 22 times in an hour with several false claims and erratic behavior. He exaggerated the size of his rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, where video evidence shows many people leaving early, and falsely claimed that 11,000 attendees were turned away. Trump repeatedly labeled Vice President Kamala Harris as a communist, despite criticism from the left that she is too capitalist. In a particularly bizarre move, he shared an AI-generated collage suggesting that Taylor Swift endorses him, declaring “I accept,” even though Swift has never supported him. This erratic behavior seems to stem from Harris gaining ground in polls and drawing larger crowds, which might be unsettling Trump.
From over the weekend:
WOW: Kamala TIES TRUMP in NC, BETTER on the economy!
Recent polling data reveals a significant shift in the presidential race, sparking a strong reaction from former President Donald Trump. Kamala Harris has tied Trump in North Carolina, a state he won in both 2016 and 2020, according to a YouGov survey of 800 voters, showing both candidates deadlocked at 46%. This development signals that North Carolina, typically leaning Republican, is now highly competitive. Additionally, Harris has surpassed Trump in a Financial Times poll on who voters believe would be better for the economy, with 42% favoring Harris and 41% favoring Trump. Traditionally, Republicans have been perceived as stronger on economic issues, but this shift is notable given that economic indicators such as job creation, unemployment rates, GDP growth, stock market performance, and wage growth have generally been stronger under Democratic presidents. This polling data, though not conclusive for the election outcome, suggests a troubling trend for Trump, as voters increasingly view Harris as a viable alternative on key issues like the economy.
From over the weekend:
FOX PANIC, ADMIT Tim Walz is devastating to Trump
Tim Walz's effective political communication skills and ability to connect with crowds have resulted in a strong performance on the campaign trail. He has a knack for repeating impactful lines that unify supporters, making him a formidable asset on the Democratic ticket. Despite Donald Trump's claims that other VP picks might have been better and JD Vance's confidence in defeating Walz in a debate, the fear within the Trump campaign is evident. Even Trump's former press secretary, Kayleigh McEnany, acknowledges Walz's potential to deliver key states, particularly in the Midwest, such as Michigan and Wisconsin. Walz's folksy demeanor and appeal in regions like western Wisconsin, which shares a media market with Minnesota, could be beneficial. Walz complements Kamala Harris without overshadowing her, unlike the situation with JD Vance, contributing to a sense of panic within the Trump campaign.
More on the show:
-- JD Vance is now officially the least popular vice presidential pick in modern American political history
-- Donald Trump's path to victory is narrowing as Kamala Harris' polling continues to improve
-- Donald Trump holds a rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, which goes very poorly, including a silent crowd, Trump lying and glitching, and promising horrible authoritarian things
-- A woman at Donald Trump's rally in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania suggests Kamala Harris is bad because she is not from the United States, even though she is
-- JD Vance crumbles, blaming "the media" for Donald Trump's increasingly failing poll numbers
-- JD Vance appears to forget where he is, and pulls out a card to remind himself
-- Republicans are slowly realizing Trump may well lose this election, including Lindsey Graham and Governor Chris Sununu
-- On the Bonus Show: The latest on the Harris policy agenda, five of Pennsylvania's "fake electors" are back, George Santos to plead guilty to multiple criminal charges, much more...
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