Coping with Chaos: Election Night Preparation & Political Anxiety

Relative Clarity

Oct 31 2024 • 1 hr

In this episode of Relative Clarity, Shawn and Susan discuss the atmosphere leading up to the election, touching on key moments from the recent Trump rally at Madison Square Garden. They examine Trump’s statements, dog-whistle language, and inflammatory rhetoric, emphasizing the normalization of violent language and its effect on the political climate. The hosts also tackle disinformation around immigration, comparing past anti-immigrant sentiment with current political discourse, and challenge the narrative that harsh anti-immigrant stances are necessary for national security.


The episode also explores coping mechanisms for dealing with political anxiety, with Shawn and Susan contrasting their own approaches. They end by discussing proactive actions like phone banking, wearing campaign merchandise, and contributing to efforts like ballot curing to encourage listener participation in democracy. Finally, they celebrate moments of optimism, such as Michelle Obama’s call for action and Biden’s recent display of humility at the polls.


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