Pioneer in Politics
Asa Hutchinson began his political journey as a U.S. attorney during the Reagan Revolution, during which his native state, Arkansas, was still under Democratic control. After serving two terms as governor, he retired and recently announced his candidacy for the presidency.
A Contrarian Republican
What sets Hutchinson apart from his fellow Republicans is his willingness to speak out against former President Trump where others remain silent. He recently wrote an article criticizing the ex-president for leading the country astray, undermining democracy, and being a self-absorbed leader who retaliates against political opponents.
Bold and Unwavering
In an episode of Playbook Deep Dive, host Ryan Lizza interviewed Hutchinson after his first Iowa visit as a presidential candidate. In the interview, Hutchinson candidly discusses his reasons for running for president, how he can compete against Trump, and the surprising highlights of his record, which is one of the most conservative in the country.
