Pod Save America “Pardon me?”
Dec 3, 2020
Dan Wagner, the founder of Civis Analytics and former analytics chief for Obama's 2012 campaign, joins Dan Pfeiffer. They dissect why polling failed so dramatically in 2020, unveiling the complexities of public sentiment. Wagner emphasizes the dire need for effective messaging and strategic introspection among political parties. The duo also touches on the implications of potential pardons from Donald Trump and discusses critical bipartisan efforts needed for Covid relief, all while navigating tricky political terrains.
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Trump's Post-Presidency Plans
- Trump's pardon plans and potential 2024 campaign signal his acceptance of election loss.
- He's prioritizing personal gain and future political prospects.
Trump and Pardon Norms
- Trump's disregard for norms renders traditional pardon guardrails ineffective.
- Shamelessness enables abuse of power, highlighting the fragility of unwritten rules.
Preemptive Pardons
- Trump likely seeks to pardon his family for undiscovered crimes, not future ones.
- Preemptive pardons for past offenses have precedent, though untested fully.