Key Takeaways
- The podcast explores a hypothetical 2024 election rerun between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.
- In this rerun, Donald Trump hypothetically won with 312 electoral votes and 49.8% of the popular vote.
- Kamala Harris garnered strong enthusiasm during her "107 days" Deep South book tour.
- Donald Trump's approval ratings range from 39% to 45%, but 92% of his 2024 voters remain loyal.
- A July 2024 poll incorrectly predicted a Harris victory, suggesting potential for repeat surprises.
Deep Dive
- The host introduced the daily Smerconish.com poll question: if the 2024 presidential election were rerun today, would Kamala Harris or Donald Trump win?
- This non-scientific question is posed to spark discussion about a hypothetical rematch.
- Kamala Harris undertook a "107 days" book tour after the hypothetical 2024 election.
- She received enthusiastic receptions in the Deep South, drawing large crowds and positive remarks from local mayors.
- Poll data indicated negative views on economic issues such as tariffs, inflation, and healthcare.
- Foreign policy was also viewed negatively, with its impact on the middle class being a concern for voters.
- A July 2024 poll, involving nearly 50,000 voters, predicted Kamala Harris would defeat Donald Trump.
- The host highlighted that these voters were incorrect, raising questions about whether a present-day rerun would yield a similar surprising outcome.