US Election Extra: Power & Hollywood Access Tapes Revisited - How the Hell Can Trump Still Run?
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"He is literally saying, I don't care about you. I care about your votes. I don't care about making this country better. I care about power."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:06⏩
Jonathan introduces the topic of the video - a US Election Special to discuss the infamous Hollywood Access Tapes from the 2016 Presidential election.
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The Hollywood Access Tapes
🎦 00:06-03:01⏩
- Jonathan expresses his dismay and disgust at the content of the tapes which featured Donald Trump.
- Notes that this should have derailed Trump's campaign in 2016.
- Plays the audio from the tapes preceding the well known "pussy grabbing" section, revealing further offensive remarks about women.
- Highlights the viral trend of women on TikTok reacting to the audio and encouraging men to vote with their interests in mind.
- Emphasises the importance of revisiting the tapes, especially for those who were too young to vote or politically engaged in 2016.
The Importance of Revisiting Trump's Past
🎦 03:01-04:07⏩
- Jonathan points out that with each election cycle, new voters enter the electorate who may be unaware of Trump's past behaviour.
- Stresses the importance of educating these new voters about Trump's character, suggesting that some individuals may only become politically aware in their 30s.
- Suggests that the tapes could impact the current election in ways unforeseen by the Republican Party due to the influx of new voters.
Trump's Motivation - Power, Not People
🎦 04:07-05:05⏩
- Jonathan argues that Trump's actions, including those revealed in the tapes, are driven by a desire for power, not a concern for the well-being of others.
- Notes that Trump's pursuit of the presidency is motivated by self-preservation, immunity from prosecution, and self-aggrandizement.
- Jonathan suggests that Trump's primary focus is on power and money, and not on the needs of the American people.
Political Leanings and Behaviour - Labour vs Conservative example
🎦 05:05-06:16⏩
- Jonathan shares an anecdote about a discussion with his father regarding a UK Labour politician who was involved in a physical altercation.
- Explains his argument that the politician's actions should be evaluated as an individual's behaviour rather than being attributed to their political affiliation.
- Challenges the assumption that belonging to a particular political party automatically makes one more prone to violence.
- Uses the example of numerous Conservative MPs suspended under Rishi Sunak for various offences, including sexual, racial and financial allegations, to support his point.
- Jonathan highlights the case of Lady Mone and the £69 million PPE contract as an example of alleged misconduct within the Conservative party.
Individualism vs Collectivism: Narcissism vs Servant Leadership
🎦 06:16-10:20⏩
- Jonathan delves into political science, psychology and ideology to discuss the concept of individualism versus collectivism.
- Explains that the political right is often associated with individualism and the pursuit of self-interest, while the political left is linked to collectivism and a focus on the greater good.
- Argues that politicians who embrace individualism may carry this characteristic into positions of power, potentially prioritising personal gain over public service.
- Conversely, politicians with a collectivist mindset are more likely to act as servant leaders, working on behalf of the community and prioritizing the needs of others.
- Uses Tim Walz and Kamala Harris as examples of public servants who have demonstrably embodied servant leadership throughout their careers in the National Guard, education, sports coaching, and as a prosecutor.
- Contrasts their approach with Trump's business background and individualistic approach, which Jonathan suggests aligns with narcissism and a focus on personal power.
Trump's Contempt for the Electorate
🎦 10:20-13:25⏩
- Analyses Trump's statement "I don't care about you, I just want your vote" as evidence of his narcissistic tendencies and lack of genuine concern for the electorate.
- Argues that Trump's primary interest is in acquiring votes to maintain power, rather than understanding and addressing the needs of the people he seeks to represent.
- Casts doubt on Trump's capacity for empathy, suggesting he is unlikely to engage with individuals on a personal level to understand their struggles and improve their lives.
- Jonathan contrasts Trump's approach with that of a true servant leader who would actively seek to understand and address the needs of their constituents.
- Jonathan posits that Trump's actions reflect a desire to consolidate power for personal gain and to benefit those who share his privileged background.
Wrap up
🎦 13:25-13:37⏩
- Jonathan invites viewers to share their thoughts on the discussion.
- Expresses his astonishment at the full audio of the tapes and reiterates his concern over Trump's contempt for the electorate.
- Thanks the viewers.