Hey folks, this episode of 'Americans by Choice' we are going inside the RNC Convention with our guest, Republican political consultant Jamie Miller. Jamie shares insights from his political career and discusses the electrifying Republican convention. They dive deep into the evolution of the GOP, Trump's strategies, and the seismic shift in party dynamics. Jamie also plugs his book, 'American Speeches That Changed History,' hinting at the powerful moments that have shaped our politics. There's a lot of banter, some serious debate, and even a touching moment reflecting on the recent assassination attempt on Trump. Buckle up, it's a candid and unfiltered peek behind the political curtain! Jamie Miller is a political  consultant and a former executive director of the Republican party of no less than the state of Florida! his webpage and blog is at https://reasonablearguments.com  and his book American Speeches That Changed History we are honored to have him as guess. 00:33 Introducing Jamie Miller 01:04 The Excitement of Political Conventions 02:15 Jamie Miller's Book on Political Speeches 04:43 Teamsters' Endorsement and Political Shifts 07:12 Republican Party Realignment 10:24 Challenges in Political Campaign Strategies 12:19 Ground Game and Voter Mobilization 17:06 Mail-in Voting Controversies 22:16 Money in Politics and Citizens United 26:48 Discussing Political Donations and Transparency 27:35 Supreme Court Case on Donor Privacy 29:04 Nikki Haley's Convention Appearance 31:11 Mitch McConnell's Role and Perception 32:56 Donald Trump's Preparedness and Political Instincts 44:36 Impact of COVID-19 on Politics