The chapter explores the complexities of the current political landscape, including concerns about Biden's age, Harris's viability as a successor, and the need for a unifying leader. It discusses the strategies required to appeal to a broad base, the influence of figures like Trump in the Republican Party, and the importance of dynamic surrogates in communication. Additionally, it reflects on the role of elites in shaping opinion and emphasizes the collective effort needed for societal improvement.
David Ignatius, a foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Post and the author of twelve novels, is also a noted expert on Middle East politics, one of the preeminent national security writers in the country, and perhaps, most importantly — the person who first assigned Kara Swisher to cover tech news.
Kara talks to her old boss about his new spy thriller, The Phantom Orbit, the upcoming presidential election, the war in Gaza, and the war in Ukraine.
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