It is just impossible for us to believe that a) we don't control everything and everyone everywhere all the time? Or that b) Israel is sovereign state with it's own priorities? C'mon. This is Dumb College Lefty Thinky; this twisted, but apparently sincere, version of American Exceptionalism that puts us in the center of everything that happens all the time and always. Naturally they don't see it as a American Exceptionalism, but they do manage to assume no one else has or could ever have as much influence.
Your "breaking of the fourth wall" is in your work is a feature, not a bug. I know that from reading your book. And I appreciate the honesty.
Let's face it, right now everyone is tired, nervous, but most of all, on-edge. The slightest deviation from what we want to hear is making us all crazy. We all need a break; let's hope we're going to get one.
Best comment this podcast ... "I don't like that laugh". Musk has joined the Putin, Sulyok, Trump club ... just surround yourself with people that give you constant praise, even though absolutely nothing that comes out of their mouth is the truth. Perhaps that's why they are kindred spirits? It's baffling that we have such a close presidential race when we have only witnessed self promotion, petulance, lies, tantrums, and demonization of migrants from the former President.
I hope that come post/Trump days, the Bulwark mission will be to return the GOP to a sane, healthy party or create something new. To feed the good wolves that Sarah talked about.
Even the most partisan democrats must understand that our country needs a two-party system.
Extra appreciation for Tim's share re what's next and the stress (which we see, and worry).
I shared with my daughter this morning that I'm daily struggling with words. I hope it's this unending stress and that a Dem victory will clear my cache and reboot my vocabulary. 🤞
One of the clips included was Harris being asked about Israel rebuffing the administration's requests for restraint. Has anyone compared its requests for restraint from Israel to is conditioning aid to Ukraine on restraint? How common is it among the talking heads to tut-tut Israel for rejecting the advice of restraint while lamenting the administrations tieing Ukraine's hands behind its back?
On a related topic, should the perception of Israel as wantonly killing innocent civilians as a result of the media's coverage of the conflict be compared to MAGA enthusiasts thinking the 2020 election was stolen as a result of works like "2000 Mules?"
The Silicon Valley Tech Bros went for Trump because they feared they were losing control of their companies to young employees who were demanding a say in running their companies. Demands like no military applications, no sales with Israel. The Bros saw their workers trying to seize the means of production and it scared them. It threatened the absolute control that owners have traditionally had over their companies. The Clubhouse incident appears to have been the central event in this.
The False Prophet identified for his sycophants his Enemy - Democrats, the Democratic Party, and all who are assisting the Harris-Walz campaign. The Enemy.
There's a modern incarnation of the Nazi SA out there, shipmates.
That is such a frightening image at the top, even the flag & flagpole seem ominous. (This image is such a warning.) Must help spark sense of urgency & commitment, will be canvassing the final few weeks. And praying as I do that the Dems sweep handily, good-hearted Americans step up big time. It can happen, must happen.
The billionaires are doing nothing but hedging their bets. Trump has made it clear that he is keeping score, so if you are one of these guys, you see this as a hedge. Cozy up to Trump, give him some protection money and you are covered if he wins. There is no upside for them to endorsing Harris. If she wins, they are still wealthy and her administration isn't going to seek retribution. Sounds like an easy bet to make. Of course, we would all like to think that if we had this kind of money, we would use it stand up for what is right or send it to a hurricane ravaged area. The fact is, they consider this a hedge, but also an investment.
It is just impossible for us to believe that a) we don't control everything and everyone everywhere all the time? Or that b) Israel is sovereign state with it's own priorities? C'mon. This is Dumb College Lefty Thinky; this twisted, but apparently sincere, version of American Exceptionalism that puts us in the center of everything that happens all the time and always. Naturally they don't see it as a American Exceptionalism, but they do manage to assume no one else has or could ever have as much influence.
Your ending not could not have made me happier: I look forward to the return of "The Trump Trials" with Ben Wittes!
Your "breaking of the fourth wall" is in your work is a feature, not a bug. I know that from reading your book. And I appreciate the honesty.
Let's face it, right now everyone is tired, nervous, but most of all, on-edge. The slightest deviation from what we want to hear is making us all crazy. We all need a break; let's hope we're going to get one.
Best comment this podcast ... "I don't like that laugh". Musk has joined the Putin, Sulyok, Trump club ... just surround yourself with people that give you constant praise, even though absolutely nothing that comes out of their mouth is the truth. Perhaps that's why they are kindred spirits? It's baffling that we have such a close presidential race when we have only witnessed self promotion, petulance, lies, tantrums, and demonization of migrants from the former President.
Unfortunately, we now live in a world where self-promotion, petulance, lies, and tantrums have been normalized by social media.
Terrific pod. No need to apologize for the Kaitlan Collins convo...I totally got where you were coming from. I would LOVE to get Ben Wittes back!!!
The whole notion of Thiel, Must et. al as the new oligarchs is spot on...and scary as hell.
Lady, you must be psychic.
https://youtu.be/u0vXvxGRx48?si=x598a_SHg4gH4QAA
Glenn Youngkin is not a normal Republican. He’s another demagogue who wants to ban books and silence LGBTQ people.
I hope that come post/Trump days, the Bulwark mission will be to return the GOP to a sane, healthy party or create something new. To feed the good wolves that Sarah talked about.
Even the most partisan democrats must understand that our country needs a two-party system.
Extra appreciation for Tim's share re what's next and the stress (which we see, and worry).
I shared with my daughter this morning that I'm daily struggling with words. I hope it's this unending stress and that a Dem victory will clear my cache and reboot my vocabulary. 🤞
One of the clips included was Harris being asked about Israel rebuffing the administration's requests for restraint. Has anyone compared its requests for restraint from Israel to is conditioning aid to Ukraine on restraint? How common is it among the talking heads to tut-tut Israel for rejecting the advice of restraint while lamenting the administrations tieing Ukraine's hands behind its back?
On a related topic, should the perception of Israel as wantonly killing innocent civilians as a result of the media's coverage of the conflict be compared to MAGA enthusiasts thinking the 2020 election was stolen as a result of works like "2000 Mules?"
Very good podcast, thank you.
Tim, the end of one struggle brings strength for the next one. You are more than capable of it.
Why did the tech bros get red pilled for Trump?
The Silicon Valley Tech Bros went for Trump because they feared they were losing control of their companies to young employees who were demanding a say in running their companies. Demands like no military applications, no sales with Israel. The Bros saw their workers trying to seize the means of production and it scared them. It threatened the absolute control that owners have traditionally had over their companies. The Clubhouse incident appears to have been the central event in this.
These articles describe what happened in detail:
https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/16/21325678/venture-capitalists-vc-media-silicon-valley-clubhouse-tech-journalists
https://sfstandard.com/2024/08/16/felicia-ben-horowitz-party-switch/
The False Prophet identified for his sycophants his Enemy - Democrats, the Democratic Party, and all who are assisting the Harris-Walz campaign. The Enemy.
There's a modern incarnation of the Nazi SA out there, shipmates.
Tim’s closing comment was nice! But Mandy Patinkin did it better: https://youtu.be/W6-Dt1g2E18?si=_X6Jha5G5Rt9MDvQ
lolll
That is such a frightening image at the top, even the flag & flagpole seem ominous. (This image is such a warning.) Must help spark sense of urgency & commitment, will be canvassing the final few weeks. And praying as I do that the Dems sweep handily, good-hearted Americans step up big time. It can happen, must happen.
The billionaires are doing nothing but hedging their bets. Trump has made it clear that he is keeping score, so if you are one of these guys, you see this as a hedge. Cozy up to Trump, give him some protection money and you are covered if he wins. There is no upside for them to endorsing Harris. If she wins, they are still wealthy and her administration isn't going to seek retribution. Sounds like an easy bet to make. Of course, we would all like to think that if we had this kind of money, we would use it stand up for what is right or send it to a hurricane ravaged area. The fact is, they consider this a hedge, but also an investment.