Tim Walz fake dog scandal, Trump says prison for flag burning

The David Pakman Show - August 28, 2024

Aug 28

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Is this Trump's WORST INTERVIEW ever?

In a recent interview with Shawn Ryan, Donald Trump delivered what may be his worst interview to date. Ryan, a self-described former Navy SEAL and CIA operative, appeared to be a Trump supporter, but his interview inadvertently exposed the extremity of Trump’s rhetoric. Trump discussed "Project 2025," signaling his intent to purge government agencies of career bureaucrats, replacing them with loyalists—a move he frames as holding them "accountable." Additionally, Trump reiterated his role in overturning Roe v. Wade, a stance that he adjusts depending on his audience to maximize electoral advantage. Trump also addressed accusations of calling wounded veterans "suckers and losers," dismissing them as fabricated by The Atlantic, despite corroborating accounts. Furthermore, Trump criticized climate change, dismissing scientific consensus with misleading rhetoric, claiming that concerns about rising sea levels are exaggerated. Trump's comments reflect a pattern of dishonesty and manipulation, tailored to appeal to his base, but exposing a dangerous disregard for the facts.

HORROR: Trump says PRISON for burning the flag

Donald Trump recently suggested in a speech that burning the American flag should result in a mandatory one-year jail sentence, despite it being constitutionally protected free speech. He even proposed amending the Constitution to enforce such a punishment. This idea highlights the extreme nature of Trump’s rhetoric and his departure from traditional conservatism. Historically, conservatives upheld the Constitution, whereas Trump’s approach reflects a reactionary authoritarianism. Flag burning, though divisive, has been a form of political protest in the U.S. for over a century, protected under the First Amendment. Trump's disregard for constitutional protections raises concerns about which other forms of free speech he might seek to criminalize. Overall, Trump’s rhetoric appears increasingly disjointed and ineffective, failing to resonate with his audience as it once did.

From yesterday’s show:

Confused, desperate Trump records sweaty video

Donald Trump released a video criticizing the Biden administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan, describing it as a catastrophic failure and accusing Biden and Kamala Harris of incompetence. Trump claimed the withdrawal resulted in the deaths of U.S. soldiers, civilian casualties, and the abandonment of $85 billion worth of military equipment to the Taliban. Despite this, Trump had initiated the withdrawal process and his past statements suggest he would have executed it similarly. The chaotic outcome was likely unavoidable due to the lengthy U.S. presence in Afghanistan and the absence of a clear exit strategy. While the withdrawal was flawed, it was a necessary step, with the issues largely rooted in the initial decision to engage in the conflict. Thus, Biden's decision to withdraw, despite its imperfections, should be viewed as a necessary and correct action.

From yesterday’s show:

Bernie Sanders PERFECT ANSWER to divisive interviewer

Bernie Sanders went on ABC's This Week to address questions about Kamala Harris's evolving positions on issues like Medicare for All. Instead of engaging in potentially divisive debates about internal Democratic disagreements, Sanders shifted the focus to the broader contrast between Harris and Donald Trump. He pointed out that while there are differences within the party, the critical issue is how Harris's policies compare to Trump's extreme positions. Sanders emphasized that most Americans support some form of basic healthcare coverage, regardless of the specific method. By redirecting the conversation from intra-party conflicts to the clear divide between Harris's and Trump's stances, Sanders effectively deflected attempts to create division. This approach not only avoided falling into divisive traps but also underscored the need to focus on defeating Trump, rather than getting bogged down by internal disagreements.

More on the show:

-- Former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard completes her conversion to MAGA shill as she endorses Donald Trump for President

-- Trump's recent behavior raises the question of whether he is deliberately trying to lose the election against Kamala Harris

-- Reports are that Donald Trump is thinking about restating and reinvigorating his campaign

-- They're going after Tim Walz for a supposedly fake dog in the latest fake scandal gone wrong

-- Donald Trump doesn't seem to know or realize that his own campaign wants his microphone to be off when he isn't speaking during the possibly forthcoming debate against Kamala Harris

-- Fox News and Newsmax, as well as other right wing media, are increasingly struggling to pretend that Donald Trump is sane

-- New signs that Donald Trump is considering dumping JD Vance as his running make, choosing instead Robert F. Kennedy Jr

-- Voicemail caller is cancelling his Membership for an interesting reason

-- On the Bonus Show: Jesse Watters says generals will "have their way" with Kamala, Arizona police endorses Trump but not Kari Lake, and much more...