Maddow: This election is a choice ‘between having a democracy and not’

Chris Hayes is joined by Alex Wager and Rachel Maddow to discuss the kickoff of the rematch between Biden and Trump. "There's one thing that is a very clear choice in this election, and it is between having a democracy and not," says Maddow. "If you can get people to accept that basic idea, which is a popular front idea—I do think that you can get there over the next eight months." 


Follow MSNBC Show Blogs

MSNBC delivers breaking news, in-depth analysis of politics headlines, as well as commentary and informed perspectives. Find video clips and segments from The Rachel Maddow Show, Morning Joe, The Beat with Ari Melber, Deadline: White House, The ReidOut, All In, Last Word, 11th Hour, and Alex Wagner who brings her breadth of reporting experience to MSNBC primetime. Watch “Alex Wagner Tonight” Tuesday through Friday at 9pm Eastern.

Connect with MSNBC Online

#Biden #Trump #2024election

[jamesrose]

It's between democracy and lunacy.

[alexandralibin]

We need to bring back The Fairness Doctrine. When we had The Fairness Doctrine, the media did not promote conflict, and conspiracy theories.

[fredgonzalez]

C’mon man, this is a choice between having a country, or not!

[tgal]

I think ALL reporters & hosts at MSNBC are doing an excellent job reporting the TRUTH WITH FACTS!!!
Thanks to everyone at MSNBC! You are all we have left!
😊

[BlueAllianceNews]

The importance of democracy in shaping the future of nations cannot be overstated. Elections are a critical moment where voices are heard, and choices are made that reflect the collective will and direction of a country. It's empowering to see discussions that emphasize the significance of voting and active participation in the democratic process. Everyone's engagement and informed decision-making play a crucial role in preserving the values of democracy and ensuring a just and equitable society for all. It's inspiring to see the enthusiasm and commitment to keeping the democratic spirit alive and vibrant!

[LastTrueConservative-orps]

Remember the words of Sarah Matthews Former White House Deputy Press Secretary to donald trump, "I have said that if it is a choice between donald trump and Joe Biden in a general election that even if I don't agree with the policies of President Biden that I would put policy aside and I would cast my vote for him for democracy because I look at donald trump and this is someone who has shown us that he will not uphold the Constitution."

[shellycook]

Thank you MSNBC. It is frightening listening to the toxic, virol atmosphere from the right wing . Thank you all for educating me . Great teamwork as always . Listening to each other; no competition and erudite content .

[rogerkleemann]

From Australia.
The super majority committed to defending democracy within the United States of America and elsewhere will prevail.

[llDarkPheonixll]

There is no policy debate without democracy. Vote blue in 2024.

[nancydouglas]

I totally support President Biden and the Dems. I can't support a group of people that have totally turned against what is most important in our country. Vote blue 💙 to save our democracy.

[Daanan-te]

Couldn't the Biden campaign recruit influencers, give them (all) exclusive content and let them run with it? Even just dropping a great ad onto the influencers a day early would give them incentive to talk about the ad that day. There must be tons of other ideas for Biden to widen his reach.

[matthewcoyle]

Nowhere near enough people are talking about the one thing anchoring all this instability: the electoral college.

[irodney]

Its simple to me...an honorable man vs a deranged freak show

[bobpenny]

It’s a choice between democracy and FASCISM (not “…or not”). Go ahead - say the word, you can do it - fascism!

[jocelynbauske]

A lot of information is coming from dear old uncle Vald

[LindaGuy-ygju]

I always told my grown children to think is building a wall to keep people out or keep you in ? It's now something to think about more than ever.

[pokerpat]

I'm a once proud republican. All truly patriotic republicans need to do right by the country they love and vote Blue 💙 up & down the ticket. Always, always, always Country over party. Well done Mr. President. Keep telling the truth, my party doesn't. Four more years....PLEASE!!!!

[bc-emxn]

Remember John Lennon's song Imagine? We need to add this, IMAGINE A WORLD WITH NO LIES, and IMAGINE A WORLD WITHOUT CORRUPTION, and IMAGINE A WORLD WITH NO FEAR, and IMAGINE A WORLD WITH NO CHAOS, and IMAGINE A WORLD WITH SAFE KIDS AND ADULTS....

[Swnsasy]

To you people that claim to be Christians and read the KJV Bible, you're going AGAINST what your Bible you CLAIM to have faith in tells you.. Every single solitary thing the KJV Bible tells you to look out for and all the bad traits of a person to watch out for, you're worshipping...

[LouieSapcote-vyxl]

Give President Joe Biden another 4 years to finish the great job h iis doing for America. Look at it this way, President Biden his 57 gaining experience, and Trump his 55 an hanging out with Geoffrey Epstean.