Could the Sunshine State become a swing state again? | Planet America

00:00 - Intro
00:19 - Trump disavows national abortion ban
07:46 - Abortion in Florida
11:29 - Abortion in Arizona
12:21 - The latest 2024 polls
16:35 - 2024 candidate fundraising riches
18:17 - No Labels are out
20:35 - RFK Junior announces his VP
25:14 - What if Biden or Trump died?
This week: With abortion and marijuana on the ballot, could the Sunshine State become a swing state again? We ask Anna Hochkammer from the Florida Women’s Freedom Coalition and political scientist Professor Aubrey Jewett.
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[@EstaviusMarx]

The final segment was unhinged (in a good way)

[@alexboasman9059]

Oh yes, made my Wednesday nights great again

[@alexboasman9059]

Lego GTA thing is a bit wild tho wtf

[@paulvenn4447]

Haha the last section is absolute gold. Full memes.

[@camerondeans9056]

Last 4 minutes got a bit...weird 🤨 Who's been playing video games and smoking something while working on Planet America?

[@bryantevans9460]

what

[@simonrudduck8726]

That’s why we trust them

[@mikhailfilitov1479]

Okay that last 5 minutes was almost Lynchian. I'm kind of into it??

[@viecus]

The Make America Game Again section was a little odd.... But got a chuckle out of me. Good to see you guys back, looking forward to PEP!

[@beck86]

Thanks for the low down as usual guys. Loved all the video game and pop culture references in that last bit.

[@Tom-ne6ce]

the last segment was fun. Thanks to whomever put that together

[@tropicalgardenvlogs]

Welcome back!

[@kennethalexander9521]

That last section was hilarious and informative, love to see it!

[@gingercat777]

Arizona...hold my beer. Congratulations on your second term Joe.

[@varietynic17]

got to say, that GTA section was fun but a bit odd

[@MatthewSummerton]

I liked it. I reckon it was Chas’ idea 👍

[@PJSO]

Damn still can't believe Tulsi Gabbard turned down RFK.

[@Justice.Obsession]

They're not worried about grown women dying in the hospitals?

[@user-nf6qx6ve1b]

If they even have healthcare!!

[@sophitsa79]

Not too much. America has the highest rate of maternal deaths in the OECD, and it's been getting worse for 30 years

[@domitiusseverus1]

1500 views! How about a few more likes Peppers!

[@hindurashtra63]

As an Indian, It fascinates me. America is one of the most Prosperous and Developed Nations in the world, Yet doesn't let its Women decide what to do with their own Bodies. Even in Third World India, Whether to abort one's baby isa Personal descision left to the Mother alone.

[@tomstruct]

Thanks team

[@farright118]

I liked that you covered everything that has happened in the last 2 weeks

[@btfofffice]

Vote RFK Jr.

[@avus-kw2f213]

26:59 honestly when did planet America become a gaming show LOL

[@alexanderclaylavin]

thank you blokes for the smile you put on my face

[@Justice.Obsession]

If you wanted women to have babies maybe you should pay them.

[@mikegwillis]

So weird you guys using minecraft to explain the US election ...

[@anguruso]

Seat has been grabbed.

[@avus-kw2f213]

27:52 LOL it’s still going

[@neemnyima2166]

Johnnn! Because of you we weren't able to watch Planet America until after my partner made popcorn! Clearly you don't know there are popcorn addicts out there.

[@hoodie3810]

Glad to see the ABC giving the work experience kid the opportunity to show off all the editing skills they've learned on the job 😆

[@bernadetteP9999]

People have to remember regardless of circumstances, no one considering an abortion wants to vlbe making such a heavy decision. All the more reason to allow it for others and just choose not to have one yourself I really, really hope common sense will prevail.

[@MarthaAnthony]

When does Trump have to announce his VP?

[@shari9721]

This is about BODILY AUTONOMY BODILY AUTONOMY !!! If you cant be forced to put your life at risk and in danger and be forced to donate your blood or organs or body to your born child or to anyone else then what makes you think a woman can be forced to do it for a fetus ? Bodily autonomy is a human right. - Bodily autonomy means that no one , including a fetus , has the right to touch , take or use your blood , organs or body without your permission . Even if your BORN child needs a blood or organ donation and you are the only match on earth you still can not be forced to donate . Even once you are dead no one can touch , take or use your blood , organs or body without your consent . It is absolutely sickening that some people think that pregnant girls/women should have less rights and say over their blood , organs and body than a damn corpse has . I dont understand how a fetus is given rights that no one else has , including born children . Anyone who thinks that girls/women lose their bodily autonomy when they become pregnant needs to have their bodily autonomy taken away , they need to be forced to donate as much blood as possible every month , they need to be forced to donate a kidney , they need to be forced to donate a piece of liver , they need to be forced to donate a piece of lung , they need to be forced to donate a piece of intestine , they need to be forced to donate spinal fluid , all at their own expense of course . Just think of how many lives would be saved , after all , they claim it is about saving lives and that every life matters . smdh

[@doedoe9307]

im surprised there's such positive reaction to the last few minutes... i love my fair share of 'pop culture' references in the news (like when the abc unknowingly played undertale's ost) but i just felt that editing was super over the top and distracting - could barely pay attention to john speak. it's what i'd expect to see in an average youtube short or tiktok not an abc programme. and i was born in the early 2000's!

[@dccoulthard]

As someone who worked in Florida politics for nearly 30 years, the answer is no.

[@phil20_20]

The Evangelists have always justified supporting Trump by saying he is Pro-Life, but he clearly is not. Oh, let's do! Said Dorothy.

[@TraceMcnamara-sf9zo]

It’s NOT denying health care it’s saying 15 weeks is the limit ! 🤦‍♀️ talk about twist words , not only that.. contraception is available for all responsible adults !

[@shari9721]

This is about BODILY AUTONOMY BODILY AUTONOMY !!! If you cant be forced to put your life at risk and in danger and be forced to donate your blood or organs or body to your born child or to anyone else then what makes you think a woman can be forced to do it for a fetus ? Bodily autonomy is a human right. - Bodily autonomy means that no one , including a fetus , has the right to touch , take or use your blood , organs or body without your permission . Even if your BORN child needs a blood or organ donation and you are the only match on earth you still can not be forced to donate . Even once you are dead no one can touch , take or use your blood , organs or body without your consent . It is absolutely sickening that some people think that pregnant girls/women should have less rights and say over their blood , organs and body than a damn corpse has . I dont understand how a fetus is given rights that no one else has , including born children . Anyone who thinks that girls/women lose their bodily autonomy when they become pregnant needs to have their bodily autonomy taken away , they need to be forced to donate as much blood as possible every month , they need to be forced to donate a kidney , they need to be forced to donate a piece of liver , they need to be forced to donate a piece of lung , they need to be forced to donate a piece of intestine , they need to be forced to donate spinal fluid , all at their own expense of course . Just think of how many lives would be saved , after all , they claim it is about saving lives and that every life matters . smdh

[@nevyn_karres]

The way she said "live births" bothers me for some reason.

[@Crypt_AU]

A little too much gameplay in this episode but was overall still entertaining

[@Thrankson]

Kari Lake has also flipped on the abortion issue cowardly trying to play both sides! We need better leaders!

[@thelyrebird1310]

2:09 the bill would have to pass the senate before the president can sign the bill from Congress first.

[@sloppynyuszi]

Did you guys hire someone like Caddicarus or some other unhinged retro video game youtuber to edit the last part? It was harder to follow than it should have.

[@MrBeach27]

The odds on the betting apps have tightened up and are now neck and neck trump was ahead 2 weeks ago by a lot. The trend is your friend in politics

[@bobsmock8226]

Florida also has a cannabis amendment on the ballot in November. That should turn Fla blue.

[@bushpocket8619]

Women, vote for Biden so, that abortion rights are not tightened !

[@TraceMcnamara-sf9zo]

I’m a woman and no I wouldn’t make a decision about the entire country’s future based on abortion , contraception is available and 15 weeks should be the limit unless medical ! . There needs to be a limit !

[@shari9721]

@@TraceMcnamara-sf9zo There ARE limits , less that 2% of abortions (before all the ridiculous bans that are causing abortions to happen later ) are done past 20 weeks and they are done for valid medical reason , either the life of the Mother is at stake or the fetus is viable . Do you actually think that women just sit around being pregnant for 6 or 7 or 8 months and then just wake up one morning and say "Gee I think I've changed my mind , I think I will skip down to my local late term abortion clinic for a quick easy peasy no questions asked late term abortion for no reason "? Seriously ? SMDH

[@farright118]

There back

[@australien6611]

This impersonator will be first to go in the AI revolution

[@diannehogan7605]

RFK wears the same ridiculous makeup that Trump wears.

[@amcf1]

There is no reason to pour $$$ in FL. That state is gone! The cubans in SouthFl are having wet dreams about bringing a fidel alike replacement to the US. First, they cheered for batista, then castro, and now the orange mussolini. Some ppl just never learn!

[@Oliisawesome]

Here before comments disabled! Why are they turned off so often?

[@frankcooke1692]

Probably because of racists and other weirdos

[@RhodeysRacing]

Pretty sure there was something a few years ago that made media companies responsible for whatever's said in the comments on their social media posts. So, most leave comments open for as long as they can have someone around to moderate them, and then close them once that period expires.

[@Foetoid2k6]

Sept 2021 the high court ruled that media companies are liable for the comments left on their platforms.

[@Yeppo_]

ABC policy is partially related to it.

[@tanz7877]

This topic often becomes toxic very quickly

[@philsophkenny]

😮

[@joneslo5572]

😊sunshine state women will make florida, a blue state.

[@TraceMcnamara-sf9zo]

Why ? I wouldn’t , there are so many more important things than abortion , and many other ways to deal with such issues , like contraception and it hasn’t been stopped just limited to 15 weeks and there should be a limit unless medical .

[@shari9721]

I honestly dont understand why so many people dont get that it is a personal decision and that every girl/woman MUST have the right and the ability to make the decision that is best for her and her circumstances based on her health issues and her beliefs . I am 54 yrs old , I will never be pregnant again so it will not personally affect me But I understand that it isnt just about me or my beliefs or my circumstances or what my choice would be . Are you and so many others so self absorbed , arrogant and self centered that you only think about yourself and think that only you and your choices and beliefs matter and that you should have the right to force your choice and beliefs onto others?

[@om3g4888]

With the way elections have been going in the past 4 - 6 years this is going to be the most lopsided election since Nixon v McGovern. Trump is going to get trounced in November.

[@robertalker652]

Trump is such an excellent business man, that I could envisage that if America goes full-blown, pro-life, by an act of Congress, that Donald will open a series of underground abortion clinics.

[@mollyrynne8962]

right he’s such a good businessman except Trump Taj Mahal, The plaza hotel, the plaza hotel and casino, trump castle and casino, and trump records + the board game he made?? and truth social?!

[@sophitsa79]

And the university and charity that were totally fraudulent... Trump has spent half his life in courts and New York is sick to death of him and refuse to let him do business there anymore

[@EverythingCameFromNothing]

More appropriate for him to open Trump Brothels

[@Asher0208]

I am moved by the pro-abortion advert showing the grieving couple. We were in a similar situation with our daughter. Our experience compels me to make 3 points. Firstly, we chose not to abort our baby, despite the risks and the pressure of staff to abort. The glorious minutes we held our baby before she died were worth all the pain and trauma. We met Sarah, our firstborn! Nothing can take away that joy. Secondly, based on the information provided, the real villain is the hospital. We were in hospital for 3 weeks from the time our baby's waters broke to the time of her birth. The fact that this couple was sent home instead of being cared for seems like either incompetence or gross negligence. Lastly, I find it extremely offensive that such a moment of raw grief should be used in an attack political advert. What a mean cheap thing to do. In summary, times like knowing you are probably going to lose your baby are powerful and deeply emotional times. They are moments that should be treated with care and respect. Personal tragedies should not be used in such a cold heartless way. Our grief and our babies deserve better.

[@msvulcanspock]

You were lucky that your life was not at risk from continuing the pregnancy. A whole host of women have died. You were lucky enough that your fertility was not going to be damaged permanently by continuing the pregnancy. A lot of other women are having their choices of having children taken away from them.

[@shari9721]

I am glad you had the option and ability to choose what you thought was best for you and choose what you wanted to do . Your choice has nothing to do with the choices and circumstances of others , allow others the same right that you had and to make their own choice .

[@Thrankson]

Trump is shifting with the wind… go figure😵‍💫

[@Thrankson]

Chas, Trump says ANYTHING & flips on his own speeches! Biden’s side should just run his previous speeches🤷‍♂️

[@avus-kw2f213]

At last it’s back I barely managed to survived The drought thanks to North Korea

[@TraceMcnamara-sf9zo]

MAKE IT TOO BIG TO RIG ! TRUMP 2024 ❤️

[@phil20_20]

You guys always have an interesting take on American politics, just don't meddle in China's right to take over the World!

[@joshismyhandle]

Yew!

[@youarehere.]

Love the coverage... except the piss-weak Trump impersonations.