This week we bring you a special episode from Claire Baek, one of our 2024 Podcast Fellows.

In this episode of Dear Government, host Claire Baek and guests from Shansley High School's newspaper, The Purple Tide, analyze and discuss the unexpected results of the 2024 presidential election. The conversation dives into the electoral and popular vote outcomes that led to President Donald Trump's victory and the reactions of young voters. They also touch on the importance of the working class, the role of media and marketing in campaigns, the effectiveness of Kamala Harris's debate performance, and the value of voting in a democracy. Personal voting experiences and reflections on what democracy means to students are shared.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

01:06 Election Results and Initial Reactions

02:16 Trump's Appeal to the Working Class

04:12 Media and Marketing Strategies

05:01 Presidential Debate Analysis

08:27 Young People's Perspective on Voting

13:35 Defining Democracy and Student Involvement

18:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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