SCOTUS greenlights voter purge, Trump almost falls down
The David Pakman Show - October 31, 2024
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Trump misses door handle TWICE, nearly FALLS DOWN on the floor
During a recent event in Green Bay, Donald Trump’s attempt at a publicity stunt backfired as he visibly struggled to climb into a garbage truck, raising concerns about his physical agility. Dressed in an orange safety vest that nearly matched his complexion, he missed the truck handle twice and almost fell, later attributing his eventual success to an "adrenaline surge." Right-wing media, including Sean Hannity, praised the moment as "epic" despite the evident difficulties. Trump's decision to address the incident before it garnered media attention suggests he recognized it as a potential vulnerability, especially as observers noted his right leg appeared to drag while walking, fueling speculation about his health. Although he has avoided releasing medical records that might clarify his condition, footage has shown similar issues. To further the spectacle, Trump was driven in circles on an airport tarmac in the garbage truck, symbolizing his campaign as visible yet directionless.
Kamala POUNDS Trump as "unstable" and "obsessed"
In the final stretch of her campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris is emphasizing key themes tailored to her audience. She contrasts her positive vision for the future with Donald Trump's negative rhetoric and asserts her commitment to being a president for all, even those who don’t support her. At a recent event in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, she labeled Trump as unstable and unfit for office, inviting a cognitive test challenge. Harris noted that Trump is obsessed with revenge and lacks the qualifications for the Oval Office. The energy at her rallies differs from Trump’s, with her supporters motivated by civic participation rather than divisive issues. Focusing on Pennsylvania is crucial, as it is vital for reaching the 270 electoral votes needed for victory. Polls show a tight race in the state, and both campaigns are working hard in these final days, making efforts like phone banking and door-knocking essential.
From yesterday’s show:
HE'S DOING IT: Trump already claiming 2024 FRAUD
Donald Trump has already begun alleging voter fraud in Pennsylvania, suggesting that third-party groups submitted fraudulent mail-in ballot applications and voter registrations. Trump pointed to incidents in York and Lancaster counties, including claims of 2,600 “fake” applications reportedly submitted by an unknown individual. However, these applications were detected by law enforcement, meaning they never reached the voting stage. Trump’s statements illustrate a pattern of distorting real events to support broader fraud claims, even before Election Day. This instance highlights a common structure in Trump’s claims, where legitimate registration anomalies are exaggerated to imply widespread fraud. Additionally, there is no proof that these incidents benefit one party over another. This serves as a reminder to critically assess such claims, distinguishing registration issues from actual voting fraud.
From yesterday’s show:
Nikki Haley's disgusting explanation of Trump endorsement
Nikki Haley recently endorsed Donald Trump, framing her decision as a choice between him and Kamala Harris, despite her past criticisms of Trump’s fitness for office. She cited concerns for her family’s economic and national security, including her husband’s military service. Haley pointed to Trump’s economic policies, border security, and energy independence as reasons for her support, even though Trump has belittled the military and her husband’s absence at a debate due to deployment. When asked if she sees Trump as a threat to democracy, Haley minimized his behavior as an issue of style, emphasizing her preference for policy over personality. Critics argue that her rationale conflicts with her past statements about Trump being unfit, suggesting that her endorsement may be driven by political ambition over principle.
More on the show:
-- Doctor Harry Segal, clinical psychologist and Senior Lecturer in the Psychology Department at Cornell University as well as the Department of Psychiatry at Cornell Weill Medical School, joins David for a final discussion of the cognitive stakes of the Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris election
-- The Supreme Court decides to allow a voter purge in Virginia in the latest disastrous election news
-- Nicky Jam rescinds his endorsement of Donald Trump after Trump's Tony Hinchcliffe Puerto Rico fiasco
-- Tucker Carlson says that Tim Walz is "obviously gay"
-- Donald Trump delivers a terrifying speech in Green Bay, Wisconsin, where he tells women what he will do, even if they don't want it
-- Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger endorses Kamala Harris for president over Donald Trump
-- Matt Schlapp and other right wingers are delusionally pretending that Kamala Harris might try to steal the election, the way Trump did in 2020
-- On the Bonus Show: Trump's garbage gaffe stunt goes very wrong, new polls have Harris way ahead in multiple swing states, Americans bet $100 million on Trump vs Harris but at what cost?
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