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Venezuela Was Not Liberated (w/ Quico Toro) | Mona Charen Show
Despite external perceptions of Maduro's downfall, Venezuela's deeply entrenched repressive state and military-backed regime remain intact, making a democratic transition far more complex than often understood.

Is the Minneapolis Killing an Inflection Point for Trump? | Bulwark on Sunday
This episode dissects recent political events, arguing they reveal an accelerating radicalization of the Trump administration, characterized by a blatant disregard for law, institutional norms, and international alliances.

Bill and Sarah Ask: How Bad Can It Get? | Bulwark on Sunday
Bill Crystal and Sarah Longwell dissect the Trump administration's impulsive foreign policy in Venezuela, revealing profound concerns about its lack of planning, potential for domestic authoritarianism, and the critical need for a long-term 'offense mentality' from pro-democracy forces.
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