S15 EP139: Hour 2 - Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
Summary
Eric Erickson critiques President Trump’s focus on tariffs, the Iran conflict, and monuments, arguing these distract from voter frustration over high costs and poor economic polling. He urges Republicans to abandon protectionist policies to lower prices and win the midterms, warning that inaction risks empowering socialists. Erickson also addresses voter apathy and calls for primary challenges against controversial GOP candidates Corey Mills and Max Miller to protect the party’s standing.
Topics discussed
Intro, show details, and Atlanta event tickets
Trump's campaign strategy and voter frustration
Analysis of Trump's polling, tariffs, and Iran war
GOP liabilities: Vance, Paxton, and White House decor
Trump's 'Save America Act' rhetoric and GOP future
Vision Computers sponsorship segment
Listener call on minimum wage, tips, and free markets
Voter apathy, housing costs, and government overreach
Primary warnings: Corey Mills and Max Miller
Cozy Earth sponsorship segment
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