PBD Podcast – Ann Coulter | PBD Podcast | Ep. 310

Intro

In this episode of the PBD Podcast, host Patrick Bet-David interviews Ann Coulter, a conservative political commentator, author, legal analyst, and writer. They discuss various topics including free speech, social media censorship, Ann Coulter’s support for Donald Trump, and her frustrations with his presidency. They also touch on the current state of politics, the Republican party, and the upcoming presidential elections.

Main Takeaways

Ann Coulter’s Views on Free Speech and Social Media

• Ann Coulter believes in free speech but disagrees with Elon Musk’s decision to bring back Nazis on social media.
• She criticizes Elon Musk for changing Twitter’s name and misunderstanding the purpose of the blue check mark.
• Coulter believes that social media platforms are the public square and should not be restricted by the government.
• She suggests different colors for checkmarks that are paid for, such as yellow.

Ann Coulter’s Relationship with Donald Trump

• Ann Coulter correctly predicted that Donald Trump would win the 2016 election.
• She admired Trump for not listening to political consultants and speaking directly to policy.
• Coulter has become unhappy with Trump’s performance, particularly his failure to fulfill his campaign promises.
• She even went to the White House to express her frustrations to Trump.

Trump’s Presidency and Immigration

• Coulter supported Trump despite knowing he was a con man because he was the only one saying the right things.
• She believes that taking an issue like immigration, which is popular with voters but unpopular with the media, can help a politician gain support.
• Coulter criticizes Trump for not prioritizing building the wall during his presidency.
• She trusts Governor DeSantis to build a wall more than Trump.

The Current State of Politics and the Republican Party

• Ann Coulter believes that the media is far left and Republicans shouldn’t expect any help from them.
• She discusses the influence of social media on politics and the rise of podcasts as a popular alternative to cable news.
• Coulter expresses her concerns about the direction of the Republican party and the need for clear branding.
• She predicts that the next few months will be crucial in determining the direction of politics in the US.

Summary

Ann Coulter’s Views on Free Speech and Social Media

Ann Coulter believes in the importance of free speech but disagrees with Elon Musk’s decision to bring back Nazis on social media. She criticizes Musk for changing Twitter’s name and misunderstanding the purpose of the blue check mark. Coulter argues that social media platforms are the public square and should not be restricted by the government. She suggests using different colors for checkmarks that are paid for, such as yellow, to differentiate them from verified accounts.

Ann Coulter’s Relationship with Donald Trump

Ann Coulter correctly predicted Donald Trump’s victory in the 2016 election and admired him for not listening to political consultants and speaking directly to policy. However, she has become frustrated with Trump’s failure to fulfill his campaign promises. Coulter even went to the White House to express her frustrations to Trump. Despite her frustrations, Coulter still believes that Trump was the only one saying the right things during the campaign.

Trump’s Presidency and Immigration

Ann Coulter supported Trump despite knowing he was a con man because he was the only one addressing important issues like immigration. She believes that taking an issue like immigration, which is popular with voters but unpopular with the media, can help a politician gain support. Coulter criticizes Trump for not prioritizing building the wall during his presidency and trusts Governor DeSantis more to fulfill this promise.

The Current State of Politics and the Republican Party

Ann Coulter expresses her concerns about the media’s bias against Republicans and the need for clear branding in the Republican party. She discusses the influence of social media on politics and the rise of podcasts as an alternative to cable news. Coulter predicts that the next few months will be crucial in determining the direction of politics in the US and emphasizes the importance of Republicans focusing on increasing majorities in the House, Senate, and the presidency.

Conclusion

Ann Coulter’s interview with Patrick Bet-David provides insights into her views on free speech, social media, Donald Trump, immigration, and the current state of politics. Coulter’s frustrations with Trump’s presidency and her concerns about the Republican party’s direction highlight the challenges and opportunities faced by conservative voices in today’s political landscape.