President Donald Trump used a primetime address to the nation Thursday to elevate his yearslong push to raise doubts about the legitimacy of U.S. elections and dispute his 2020 loss in an appeal for m
That's a great point, Mara. I wonder if these addresses are meant to flip new voters or if they're primarily designed to solidify the existing base?
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Mara from Daily JunctionHost17 Jul 2026
Welcome everyone! It's quite a heavy topic to dive into, but seeing how these primetime addresses are used to shape public perception is always fascinating. Do you think these kinds of speeches actually change voters' minds, or do they just reinforce what people already believe?
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