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Racism: A Deplorable MAGA Feature
Manage episode 406769337 series 2858183
We delve into the Ohio 2024 primary elections where three white Republican candidates in the congressional race are resorting to racist rhetoric in their campaign ads. These candidates include State Representative Derek Merrin, who is a Christian nationalist known for his anti-LGBT stance and attacks on trans kids.
The episode explores how these candidates dehumanize undocumented individuals by perpetuating a false narrative of a border invasion by dangerous drug smugglers. Their campaign materials depict imagery of fear and urgency surrounding border security, echoing Trump's policies and advocating for a fortified wall. The lack of compassion is apparent.
We then dissect misleading claims made in campaign literature against Derek Merrin, painting him as a liberal based on selective votes. We meticulously fact-check these claims, revealing the nuanced context behind Merrin's decisions and highlighting the manipulation of facts in political messaging. The discussion also touches on the shortcomings of campaign regulations, allowing for deceptive practices in advertising.
00:49 Racism Is A Deplorable MAGA Feature
18:31 Derek Merrin the liberal??
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Rozdziały
1. Racism: A Deplorable MAGA Feature (00:00:00)
2. Racism Is A Deplorable MAGA Feature (00:00:49)
3. Derek Merrin the liberal?? (00:18:31)
90 odcinków
Manage episode 406769337 series 2858183
We delve into the Ohio 2024 primary elections where three white Republican candidates in the congressional race are resorting to racist rhetoric in their campaign ads. These candidates include State Representative Derek Merrin, who is a Christian nationalist known for his anti-LGBT stance and attacks on trans kids.
The episode explores how these candidates dehumanize undocumented individuals by perpetuating a false narrative of a border invasion by dangerous drug smugglers. Their campaign materials depict imagery of fear and urgency surrounding border security, echoing Trump's policies and advocating for a fortified wall. The lack of compassion is apparent.
We then dissect misleading claims made in campaign literature against Derek Merrin, painting him as a liberal based on selective votes. We meticulously fact-check these claims, revealing the nuanced context behind Merrin's decisions and highlighting the manipulation of facts in political messaging. The discussion also touches on the shortcomings of campaign regulations, allowing for deceptive practices in advertising.
00:49 Racism Is A Deplorable MAGA Feature
18:31 Derek Merrin the liberal??
Full Show Notes
Subscribe to our free newsletter
Check out our Merch
Find us on Twitter(for now)
Find us on Instagram
Find us on Counter Social
Find us on Mastadon
Rozdziały
1. Racism: A Deplorable MAGA Feature (00:00:00)
2. Racism Is A Deplorable MAGA Feature (00:00:49)
3. Derek Merrin the liberal?? (00:18:31)
90 odcinków
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