National Political Climate: President Trump Visits Maine Amid Time of Social and Political Unrest

As President Donald Trump visits a swab-manufacturing plant in Guilford, Maine, protesters and supporters come out to demonstrate--reflecting the polarized climate of the nation amidst a time of pandemic and social unrest. We discuss the national mood, and the role of political leaders and government during this divisive time.

Jean Cummings, political editor, Wall Street Journal

Ronald Schmidt, professor, political science, University of Southern Maine

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