Kamala's raucous DNC speech, Pete Buttigieg destroys Fox News
The David Pakman Show - August 23, 2024
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Kamala Harris accepts nomination, convinces undecided voters
Kamala Harris’s acceptance of the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago marked a significant moment in the 2024 election. Her 40-minute speech effectively balanced a positive vision for the country with sharp contrasts against the Trump administration's authoritarian tendencies, particularly criticizing Trump's foreign policy approach of aligning with dictators. Harris emphasized her commitment to democratic values, promising never to "cozy up to tyrants and dictators," and highlighted key domestic issues, notably reproductive rights, condemning Trump’s stance on abortion. Her message resonated strongly, as seen in a focus group of undecided Pennsylvania voters, where six out of eight participants decided to support Harris after the speech. Overall, the speech has been regarded as her best, successfully conveying the critical choice facing voters in the upcoming election.
Trump suffers TERMINAL MELTDOWN as Kamala accepts nomination
Former President Donald Trump had a highly charged and erratic reaction to Kamala Harris's acceptance of the Democratic nomination during the final night of the Democratic National Convention. As Harris delivered her speech, Trump posted a series of frantic and disjointed comments on Truth Social. His posts ranged from questioning Harris's performance with irrelevant jabs to falsely accusing her of promoting radical policies, such as granting citizenship to undocumented immigrants. Trump also attempted to undermine Harris by linking her to his legal troubles, falsely claiming that she and President Biden were behind his indictments. Following the speech, Trump called into Fox News, where he continued his tirade, leading the hosts to try to end the interview as he steamrolled over them. This unhinged reaction demonstrated Trump's desperation to counteract the momentum generated by Harris's speech and highlighted his growing instability in the face of political opposition.
From yesterday’s show:
RFK Jr dropping out to endorse Trump
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to drop out of the presidential race and endorse Donald Trump. Initially running as a Democrat to create chaos within the party, Kennedy attracted Republican funding, hoping to weaken Joe Biden. However, as his campaign lost steam, he shifted to running as an independent, which ultimately harmed Trump more than Kamala Harris. Reports suggest that figures like Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump Jr. have been lobbying Kennedy to drop out, recognizing his candidacy as a liability for Trump. While Kennedy's endorsement of Trump could negatively impact Harris, the overall effect may be limited. Not all Kennedy supporters are expected to follow his lead and vote for Trump. Some of Kennedy's supporters may stay home or shift their votes elsewhere. While this development may hurt Harris, its significance will likely vary across key battleground states, and there's still time to sway some Kennedy supporters away from Trump before the election.
From yesterday’s show:
Mike Pillow in disguise debates actual children at DNC
Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow, attended the Democratic National Convention in disguise, sporting a shaved mustache, sunglasses, and a hat. Despite his efforts to conceal his identity, Lindell's disguise failed, and he ended up in a heated argument with a 12-year-old content creator named Knowa De Brasco. The confrontation saw Lindell agitated and leaning in close to Knowa while making baseless claims about the 2020 election. Knowa challenged Lindell, pointing out that Lindell provided no facts or sources to support his arguments, leading to an embarrassing situation for Lindell. Additionally, Lindell was confronted by Adam Mockler, who repeatedly asked why Donald Trump needed a new vice president, a question Lindell dodged. This bizarre appearance, where Lindell looked like a mix between Walter White and poker player Phil Hellmuth, further highlighted his increasingly erratic behavior.
More on the show:
-- Donald Trump holds an event on the Mexican border in Arizona and appears extremely confused, including accidentally endorsing Kamala Harris
-- Donald Trump cuts short an interview at the Mexican border, claiming there are safety concerns
-- JD Vance attempts to buy donuts, and the donut shop workers want nothing to do with him
-- Pete Buttigieg holds another media literacy clinic on Fox News
-- JD Vance tries to be funny during a press conference and it doesn't work
-- JD Vance won't endorse any minimum wage at all during a rally
-- Donald Trump Jr unveils a completely imaginary Democratic plan to steal the presidential election
-- The Friday Feedback segment
-- On the Bonus Show: Trump only up 5 points in Texas, RFK expected to drop out today, and much more...
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