Barack Obama, Trump and Democrats
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Radio personality Charlamagne Tha God knocked Obama's criticism of Democrats as old news, stating everyday people have been calling Democrats cowards for years.
Happy Tuesday, and welcome to another edition of Rent Free. This week's newsletter takes a look at former President Barack Obama's recent speech in which he urged Democrats to be more YIMBY. Also included is an update on Charlottesville,
Rahm Emanuel, former President Barack Obama’s chief of staff, issued a call to action for the Democratic Party on Monday. In an interview with CNN’s Dana Bash, Emanuel said that Democrats need to make the middle class their “North Star,” and encouraged the party to “work like dogs” to make the American Dream more accessible.
Former President Obama's call for Democrats to "toughen up" sparked discussion about his changing influence, with a former NPR host suggesting he no longer appeals to the base.