Mitt Romney stuns MAGA, Fox fabricates its own news
The David Pakman Show - November 27, 2023
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Trump BRUTALLY booed when he tries going to football game
Over the weekend, former President Donald Trump attended a college football game in Clemson, South Carolina, where he was met with a mix of boos and cheers from the crowd. The incident has sparked discussions about interpreting political significance from crowd reactions at sporting events. While Trump faced some jeering upon arrival, there were also cheers when he walked onto the field. We should exercise caution against drawing definitive conclusions from such reactions, considering factors like the demographics of the crowd, the political climate in South Carolina, and the presence of former Governor Nikki Haley, who is running against Trump. The composition of those attending the game may not be representative of the broader electorate and there are risks to reading too much into crowd responses. Additionally, there are conspiracy theories about the mixed reactions to Trump being booed and cheered, highlighting the absurdity of reading political narratives into such events.
Mitt Romney CRUSHES Trump, triggers MAGA
Senator Mitt Romney is demonstrating increased animosity towards Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. He has become one of the most vocal Republicans critical of Trump and says he will be leaving politics at the end of his term. The recent controversy arose from an interview where Romney expressed his possible readiness to vote for Democrats over Trump in 2024, infuriating the MAGA base. Romney has not shifted ideologically but rather maintained his conservative stance while distancing himself from the extreme positions of MAGA Trumpism. This fiasco underscores the transformation of the Republican Party over the years, with Romney standing out as a rare conservative voice willing to confront the party's rightward shift. There’s even the possibility that Romney may even endorse Joe Biden in the future, indicating dissatisfaction with the current state of the GOP.
From over the weekend:
2024 DISASTER: Dems DOUBLE Republican fundraising in October
The Republican Party's optimistic outlook for the 2024 elections, aiming to bring back Donald Trump and secure victories in various political arenas, is in jeopardy over the financial disparities between the Democratic and Republican parties. In October, Democrats reportedly raised almost double the funds of their Republican counterparts, with the Democratic National Committee outperforming the Republican National Committee, securing $13.1 million compared to $7.1 million, respectively. Notably, the DNC maintains a stronger financial position, with minimal debt, while the RNC faces a significant debt of nearly $3 million. These numbers underscore the potential significance of fundraising as a key metric in predicting electoral success, despite acknowledging the uncertainties of polling accuracy in the early stages of the election cycle. The observed financial gap is viewed as a potential concern for Republicans, showcasing the challenge they face in finding alternative narratives amid positive economic indicators.
From over the weekend:
Educated professionals are fleeing red states
A "red state brain drain" is happening across the country where educated professionals are leaving Republican-leaning states in favor of blue ones. This migration, already affecting economically challenged states, is exacerbated by what is termed "radical Republicanism." The New Republic's article, "The Red State Brain Drain Isn't Coming. It's Happening Right Now," highlights the departure of college-educated workers, particularly in academia and healthcare. Professionals are relocating due to concerns about restrictive laws, such as those impacting abortion rights, leading to predictions of a worsening healthcare system and reduced access to women's health services. The education sector is also affected, with teachers resisting imposed restrictions on curriculum and book bans, contributing to declining education quality in these states. Additionally, some Republicans are perceived as potentially welcoming the deterioration of public education, aligning with their agenda to promote voucher programs and charter schools, further undermining public education.
More on the show:
-- President Joe Biden explains the timing of the October 7 Hamas attack against Israel as related to the potential for normalization of relations between Arab countries and Israel
-- Donald Trump's polling surges again, hitting a new record high for the 2024 Republican primary and putting him above 60% for the first time
-- Jenna Ellis, one of many former lawyers for Donald Trump and his campaign, turns on MAGA and calls it a cult
-- Failed former President Donald Trump has an epic meltdown as Joe Biden continues to do things
-- Fox News reporter Lucas Tomlinson reports that "people" are asking about Biden's age on Nantucket, but the only person who asked about it was Tomlinson himself
-- David was turned into Tucker Carlson by AI in the process of having his content stolen
-- Streamer Ian Vaush attacks David as a "bloodthirsty psychopath" while providing not a single citation
-- Voicemail caller unleashes disgusting hate on David amidst wild allegations of socialism
-- On the Bonus Show: Former police officer Derek Chauvin stabbed in prison, Elon Musk sues Media Matters, George Santos says he expected to be expelled from Congress, much more...
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