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Obama Gives Rare Podcast Interview
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Obama Gives Rare Podcast Interview

Former President Barack Obama made an appearance on the popular podcast ‘Smartless’ in March, during which he made false claims about Republican front-runner Donald Trump’s popularity in his native New York. The former president asserted that nobody in New York likes Trump and that he is not considered a serious person in the city. These statements were met with prompt rebuttals from supporters of the former president, who have provided evidence to the contrary.

During the podcast, Obama claimed that Trump was elected president due to his behavior, rather than his popularity. He also insinuated that nobody in New York does business with Trump or lends him money, which is why he is not considered a serious individual in the city. However, Trump’s supporters have pointed out that the former president and his running mate, Joe Biden, did not have successful business ventures themselves. They also mentioned that Trump received the endorsement of the Steamfitters Local 638 labor union in New York, which is a testament to his popularity with the city’s working class.

Moreover, the Bodega and Small Business Group (BSBG), which represents thousands of bodegas in New York City, also endorsed Trump. This endorsement was crucial, as it highlighted the former president’s strong support for small businesses and his stance against the rampant criminality in the city. This is in stark contrast to the Democrat politicians who have governed New York for decades. Therefore, Obama’s claims about Trump’s unpopularity in New York are unfounded and have been debunked by evidence.

Support for Trump in New York City was further demonstrated when he paid a visit to bodega worker Jose Alba in Hamilton Heights. The residents of Harlem greeted Trump with chants of “Four more years!” as he made his way to the bodega. This warm reception from the people of Harlem is a clear indication of Trump’s popularity in the city, despite what Obama claims. Furthermore, construction workers in New York City also showed their support for the former president when he made his way to the courthouse as part of a criminal trial from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. The workers chanted “We want Trump!” and “USA!” as he passed by.

In light of these facts, it is evident that Obama’s claims about Trump’s unpopularity in New York are baseless and have been refuted by evidence. Trump enjoys a significant amount of support in the city, as evident from the numerous endorsements he has received and the warm reception he has received from the people of New York City. Furthermore, Trump’s policies, particularly his support for small businesses and his stance against criminality, have resonated with the city’s working class, making him a favorite among many New Yorkers.

Despite his defeat in the 2020 presidential election, Trump remains popular in New York. This is evident from the demand for his political rallies and the success of his businesses in the city. In fact, Trump Tower, located in the heart of Manhattan, has become one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city, with many visitors clamoring to catch a glimpse of the former president’s residence and business headquarters. This further undermines Obama’s claims about Trump’s unpopularity in the city.

Written by Arthur Higgens - May 5, 2024