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Michigan’s Abdul El-Sayed Is “Not a Burn-It-Down Kind” of Candidate

Jul 31, 2026 · 35m

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Sponsors and introduction to The New Yorker Radio Hour Overview of the political landscape and Democratic infighting Abdul El-Sayed's background and entry into politics El-Sayed's critique of the Obama era and healthcare reform Rebuilding trust in public health and the healthcare system El-Sayed's vision for an American healthcare system Mint Mobile advertisement Clock It podcast promo and campaign stakes Strategy for defeating Trump and addressing money in politics El-Sayed's views on capitalism and monopoly power Reaction to Joe Biden's comments on El-Sayed's electability Stance on Israel, Gaza, and foreign policy principles Campaigning with Hasan Piker and engaging online audiences Manufacturing jobs, EVs, and economic policy in Michigan Concerns about AI's impact on jobs and healthcare Defense of trans rights and universal human rights Closing remarks and credits
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