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Published Dec 5, 2018

In Like Flynn | Ep. 673

Ben Shapiro delves into the fragile state of the economy amid stock market volatility and Trump's tariff policies, unpacks the controversial legal challenges facing Michael Flynn, and analyzes the strategic shifts within the Democratic party as the 2020 presidential race unfolds.
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  • Avenatti's Exit

    Michael Avenatti's decision not to run for president in 2020 marks a notable moment in the Democratic landscape. humorously reflects on Avenatti's announcement, noting that his withdrawal was influenced by family concerns, which he sarcastically interprets as a critique of Avenatti's children 1. Shapiro also credits Avenatti with inadvertently aiding Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court appointment, highlighting the lawyer's controversial role in politics.

    I remain concerned that the Democratic Party will move toward nominating an individual who might make an exceptional president, who has no chance of actually beating Donald Trump.

    --- Michael Avenatti

    Avenatti's exit leaves a gap in the field, as he was seen as a potential anti-Trump figure 1.

       

    Patrick's Withdrawal

    The Democratic primary landscape is further altered by Deval Patrick's decision not to run, a move that suggests shifting allegiances within the party. discusses how Patrick's close ties with Barack Obama fueled speculation about an endorsement, but Patrick's withdrawal hints at Obama's support for another candidate, possibly Beto O'Rourke 2. Shapiro notes the challenges of standing out in a crowded primary, emphasizing the role of identity politics and media influence.

    It's hard to see how you even get noticed in such a big, broad field without being shrill, sensational, or celebrity.

    --- Deval Patrick

    The potential for chaos in the primaries is high, with proportional representation complicating the path to a clear frontrunner 2.

       

    Emotional Engagement

    Democrats are increasingly focusing on emotional engagement with voters, a strategy that critiques as both pandering and ineffective. He highlights Maisie Hirono's comments on the party's struggle to connect with voters' hearts, contrasting it with their intellectual approach 3. Shapiro argues that Democrats often use emotional language more than Republicans, yet questions its effectiveness in winning elections.

    Democrats have a really hard time is connecting to people's hearts instead of here.

    --- Maisie Hirono

    He points to Kirsten Gillibrand's attempt to appeal to intersectional politics as an example of misguided emotional outreach 3.

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