Robert Kagan and Bill Kristol: It's Already Happening Before our Eyes
The Bulwark Podcast
Deep Dive
Why did Robert Kagan resign from the Washington Post?
He disagreed with the Post's decision not to endorse in the presidential election.
Why is Jeff Bezos deprioritizing the Washington Post?
He is aligning his business interests to avoid conflict with Trump's administration.
What does Robert Kagan believe is the essence of the MAGA movement?
It is about white Christian supremacy.
Why does Robert Kagan compare Trump's movement to fascism?
He sees it as a clear example of fascism due to its appeal to a broad number of people and its authoritarian tendencies.
What is the significance of the Madison Square Garden rally according to Robert Kagan?
It showed the movement baring its teeth and revealing its true essence of white Christian supremacy.
Why are corporate elites capitulating to Trump's movement?
They fear retribution and want to align their businesses with the government's interests.
What does Robert Kagan believe is the root of the current political situation in America?
It is driven by race and the question of race, influenced by America's history of slavery and hostility to immigrants.
What is the danger of Trump's potential second term according to Bill Kristol?
It could lead to more authoritarian actions, including the use of the military and mass deportations.
Why does Tim Miller think Kamala Harris's speech at the Ellipse is strategic?
It aims to get attention and highlight Trump's unacceptability to wavering voters.
What does Bill Kristol think about the current state of the Senate races?
He is slightly optimistic about potential surprises, especially in Texas and Nebraska, which could affect the balance of power.
- Jeff Bezos' decision to deprioritize The Washington Post in his business empire.
- The potential dismantling of a free press in a democracy becoming a dictatorship.
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