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 😠 [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 👍 [01:20].
The anger is widespread and not limited to specific groups 😡 [02:07].
Democrats want their elected officials to stand up for them, similar to how Trump fights for his supporters ✊ [03:15].
Concern over Elon Musk’s involvement with the Trump administration and the perceived cruelty of the administration’s actions 🤔 [04:05].
The administration is being run by elitists rather than populists 🏛️ [04:47].
Institutions complying with the demands of the Trump administration, such as Paul Weiss and Columbia University 🏛️ [05:32].
Concern over the implications of these institutions capitulating to the administration’s demands, particularly regarding the judiciary’s ability to check the president’s power ⚖️ [05:56].
Trump is described as an extortionist rather than a transactional politician 😈 [07:04].
Difficult choices institutions face when dealing with his demands 😬 [07:44].
Discussion about threats against judges, such as Judge Booseberg, and the potential for impeachment 👨⚖️ [08:21].
Concern over the safety of individuals in the judicial system and government agencies who speak out against the administration 😟 [09:39].