Ep. 552 — David French
The Axe Files with David Axelrod
00:00
Changing Political Beliefs through Service and Exposure
The speaker reflects on their decision to enlist as a jag and their experience serving in Iraq, which led to a transformation in their political beliefs. They discuss their initial partisan Republican views, their exposure to different individuals during their service, and the atrocities committed by al-Qaeda and ISIS that made them question their previous comments. They also express their struggle with the increasing polarization in the country upon their return from service.
Transcript
Play full episode
