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Chris Matthews issued a formal apology for comparing Bernie Sanders' victory in the Nevada caucus to the Nazi invasion of France in 1940. The hosts discuss the pressure from network executives that likely forced the apology and the general hostility toward Sanders within the establishment media.
South Carolina Primary, Joe Biden's Black Voter Coalition
An analysis of the upcoming South Carolina primary and Joe Biden's reliance on African American voters. The hosts discuss entrance polls from Nevada showing Sanders gaining ground with minority voters, while Biden maintains a lead with the "ADOS" (American Descendants of Slavery) demographic.
Reports from the Nevada caucus indicate that precinct captains were asked to sign non-disparagement agreements (NDAs). The hosts link this to Michael Bloomberg's frequent use of NDAs and discuss the diminishing influence of mainstream media outlets like the New York Times and MSNBC.
Nevada Caucus Logistics, Iowa Delegate Discrepancies
A listener report from the Nevada caucus explains the use of Google Forms as a math-checking tool for delegates. The hosts also discuss the final Iowa caucus results, noting that while Sanders and Buttigieg had identical vote percentages, Buttigieg received one more delegate due to the state's weighting system.
Pete Buttigieg, Rehearsed Answers and Bill Maher Question
Amy Klobuchar criticized Pete Buttigieg for having overly rehearsed "comeback lines" during the debates. Buttigieg recently addressed the "Bill Maher question" regarding what he would do if Donald Trump refused to leave office after a loss, offering a humorous response about moving in furniture. His polished performance is contrasted with Bloomberg's lack of debate preparation.
Nevada Caucus, Google Forms and Smoke-Filled Rooms
Following the Iowa caucus disaster, Nevada Democrats announced they would use a "tool" based on Google Forms preloaded on iPads to tally results. Critics argue that using a consumer-grade Google product for election results is insecure and prone to failure. The discussion traces the history of the Democratic party from "smoke-filled rooms" to the current complex caucus and primary systems.
Leaked "hot mic" audio from MSNBC's "Morning Joe" reveals Donald Trump bantering with hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough during a commercial break. The audio captures Trump asking for feedback on his debate performance and questioning the effectiveness of negative ad spending against him. The exchange is characterized by some as a scandal involving "softball" questions, while others view it as standard off-camera media banter.
Hillary Clinton Truthfulness and Nevada Caucus Performance
During a CBS interview, Hillary Clinton struggled to give a definitive answer regarding whether she has always told the truth, stating she has "always tried to." This response is compared unfavorably to Jimmy Carter's famous 1976 pledge to never lie to the American people. Observers noted her visible discomfort during the exchange, which occurred as she campaigned in Nevada where she faced a mixed reception from caucus-goers.
