Rieckhoff told Colbert: “45% of Americans are independent, only 27% are Democrats and Republicans,” and on veterans: “They’re not a monolith, but they are a reflection of the best of America.”
Independent Voter News: Stephen Colbert appearance on independent voters
The Brief
→ Four things from today’s episode
01
Paul opens from Lower Manhattan under the Tribute in Light o. Paul opens from Lower Manhattan under the Tribute in Light on the week of the 25th anniversary of 9/11
02
Mayor Mamdani’s release of thousands of documents confirming. Mayor Mamdani’s release of thousands of documents confirming the government lied to first responders about post-9/11 toxins
03
“They lied. Our friends died. And more will die this week.”. Paul names Giuliani, Bloomberg, and Adams by name
04
Why every politician. Trump, Mamdani, all of them — should stay the hell away from the 9/11 ceremony
Show Notes
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