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Analyzing Authoritarianism, Trump's Tactics, and the PathForward. It's been a tumultuous, unprecedented three weeks in America. Matt is joined by Lauren Goldstein, polling expert and social psychologist, to discuss the psychological underpinnings of Trumpism, the challenges ofmaintaining democratic values, and how Democrats can effectively combat authoritarian overreach. Do protests work? What do voters need to hear now? And what's the one thing Democrats need to do above all else?  

00:34 Recap of Recent Events

06:12 Discussion on Authoritarianism

09:15 Psychological Insights and Voter Behavior

22:28 Impact of Protests and Social Movements

25:15 Media Influence and Public Perception

36:55 The Evolution of YouTube Content

42:06 Protests and Effective Messaging

48:42 The Importance of Authenticity in Politics

53:32 Trump's Tactics and Public Perception

01:06:00 Final Thoughts and Future Plans