America's 'House of Cards' Mentality (with David Frum)
An assassination attempt near a presidential event has received limited public attention, with many voters expressing conspiracy theories rather than concern. Republican focus group participants were skeptical about claims of political violence, including allegations tied to '86' and a recent indictment against James Comey. David Frum joins Sarah Longwell to discuss voter apathy, misinformation, and the challenges facing American democracy.
- ▪An assassination attempt outside a dinner with the president did not generate widespread public concern.
- ▪Focus group voters responded with conspiracy theories and downplayed the threat of political violence.
- ▪A recent indictment against James Comey alleges that '86' represents a violent threat, but Republican voters questioned its validity.
- ▪David Frum discusses the state of American democracy and voter mentality with Sarah Longwell.
- ▪Sarah Longwell conducts nationwide focus groups to understand voter attitudes on politics and current events.
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview11America's 'House of Cards' Mentality (with David Frum)Sarah Longwell and David FrumMay 02, 2026∙ Paid11ShareUsually, an assassination attempt outside a dinner with the president would be a HUGE news event. Instead, the voters in our focus groups weren't talking much about it, and when we brought it up, we heard a LOT of conspiracy theories. We also talked to some Republican voters about whether '86' is really a violent threat, as this week's indictment against James Comey alleges.
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