PBS NewsHour - Brooks and Capehart on how voters are reacting to federal cuts
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Anger and frustration at town halls towards lawmakers may not fully represent the overall sentiment of the country ๐ [00:38].
Persuasion over confrontation is important in a democracy, suggesting appealing to Trump voters by highlighting specific harms caused by his policies could be more effective than moral outrage ๐ [01:20].
The anger is widespread and not limited to specific groups ๐ก [02:07].
Democrats want their elected officials to stand up for them, similar to how Trump fights for his supporters โ [03:15].
Concern over Elon Muskโs involvement with the Trump administration and the perceived cruelty of the administrationโs actions ๐ค [04:05].
The administration is being run by elitists rather than populists ๐๏ธ [04:47].
Institutions complying with the demands of the Trump administration, such as Paul Weiss and Columbia University ๐๏ธ [05:32].
Concern over the implications of these institutions capitulating to the administrationโs demands, particularly regarding the judiciaryโs ability to check the presidentโs power โ๏ธ [05:56].
Trump is described as an extortionist rather than a transactional politician ๐ [07:04].
Difficult choices institutions face when dealing with his demands ๐ฌ [07:44].
Discussion about threats against judges, such as Judge Booseberg, and the potential for impeachment ๐จโโ๏ธ [08:21].
Concern over the safety of individuals in the judicial system and government agencies who speak out against the administration ๐ [09:39].