Bulwark Takes

Secret Podcast Preview: The Founders Never Imagined a President This Corrupt, Weak and Stupid
Donald Trump's proposed $1.7 billion taxpayer-funded 'slush fund' to compensate allies and January 6th participants reveals a profound breakdown of democratic norms and highlights the challenge of accountability in a polarized political landscape.

LIVE: The Bulwark's No Kings Rally Coverage
The third 'No Kings' rally across the U.S. demonstrates sustained anti-Trump sentiment, evolving from a broad show of force to a movement grappling with specific 'asks' and the challenge of translating mass dissent into concrete political outcomes.

The Real Conflict is Between Decent and Indecent (w/ David French) | Mona Charen Show
David French and Mona Charen analyze how extreme political polarization, tribalism, and a disregard for the rule of law are eroding American democracy and its international standing, advocating for a focus on liberalism over partisan divides.
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