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He Went on Fox News—and Turned Hannity's Script Against Him (w/ Justin Jones) | Bulwark Podcast
Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones exposes how the state's gerrymandering and legislative actions are dismantling Black political power, while also discussing the broader national implications of Trump's influence and the strategy of engaging with Fox News audiences.
Trump is the Revenge of the Mediocre | The Bulwark Podcast
Former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissman and host Tim Miller expose alarming instances of political corruption, judicial overreach, and the weaponization of lies in American politics, from a potential $1.7 billion taxpayer slush fund for Trump allies to the gutting of voting rights.
Trump’s Humiliation in Iran Changes Everything (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
This episode details how Trump's foreign policy failures in Iran and Europe, coupled with domestic political maneuvers like gerrymandering and cabinet incompetence, are fundamentally reshaping the global order and American political landscape.
Trump's Tariffs Trashed the Economy. Why Won't We Say That? (w/ Matt Bennett) | Mona Charen Show
Matt Bennett of Third Way dissects the Democratic Party's brand crisis, arguing that extreme progressive positions alienate crucial moderate voters and hinder electoral success, while advocating for a return to pragmatic, centrist policies on issues like immigration, crime, and trade.
Polls Say Trump Is Tanking. Adam Serwer Doesn’t Believe Them. | Bulwark Podcast
Adam Serwer argues that the Supreme Court's weakening of the Voting Rights Act, fueled by a 'reactionary colorblindness' and Trump's normalization of overt racism, is dismantling decades of civil rights progress and creating a dangerous vulnerability for minority communities, mirroring post-Reconstruction disenfranchisement.
A Quarter of DOJ’s Lawyers Left. What Comes Next Is Worse. (w/ Melissa Murray) | Bulwark Podcast
NYU Law Professor Melissa Murray dissects the Supreme Court's 'evisceration' of the Voting Rights Act, the weaponization of the shadow docket, and the alarming exodus of lawyers from the Department of Justice, arguing these actions undermine American democracy and the rule of law.
Marc Elias: Reagan Called the VRA the "Crown Jewel of American Liberty." His Party Destroyed It.
Marc Elias, head of Democracy Docket, details how a recent Supreme Court decision effectively gutted the Voting Rights Act, enabling Republican governors to unilaterally cancel ongoing elections and redraw maps to diminish minority voting power.
Secret Podcast Preview: JVL Wants Every Trump Voter to Know One Thing...
JVL and Sarah Longwell dissect the evolving political landscape, from Trump voter regret and the gerrymandering 'arms race' to the rise of populist candidates and the core mission of preserving liberal democracy.
Stop Being Scared of Trump. He's Pathetic. MOCK HIM! (w/ Adam Kinzinger) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Adam Kinzinger critically dissect the Trump administration's foreign policy failures in Iran, the escalating national debt, and the brazen corruption of the Trump family, advocating for mockery as a potent political weapon.
Every Lawyer in America is Laughing at Todd Blanche (w/ Kate Shaw) | Illegal News
The Supreme Court's latest ruling effectively dismantles the Voting Rights Act, while the Department of Justice under the current administration exhibits unprecedented politicization through controversial legal filings and actions.
Katie Couric LIVE on Trump's AWFUL Polls, GOP's Gerrymander Faceplant, WHCD Drama
This episode dissects the shifting landscape of conservative media and US foreign policy, revealing deep-seated political and military anxieties surrounding Trump's influence and the implications for global stability.
Trump Loyalty Is Breaking Texas Republicans (w/ Rep. Lizzie Fletcher)
Texas Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher details how Republican subservience to Donald Trump is fracturing the party's traditional brand and creating unprecedented opportunities for Democrats in Texas elections, despite aggressive gerrymandering efforts.
82-Year-Old Democrat NUKES Ted Cruz Online
An 82-year-old Virginia state senator, Louise Lucas, is redefining Democratic social media strategy by aggressively trolling Republicans and employing internet memes, prompting a debate within the party about adopting a more combative online persona.
Sen. Gallego: Republicans Know the Venezuela Invasion Is Nuts
Senator Ruben Gallego, an Iraq War veteran, offers a scathing critique of US foreign policy, arguing that interventions in Venezuela and the pursuit of Greenland are driven by presidential ego and oil interests, while warning of ongoing, subtle threats to democracy at home.
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