Making Sense with Sam Harris #416 — “More From Sam”: Biden's Big Lie, Review of Tapper Interview, Trump, & a Case Against Israel's Actions in Gaza
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May 23, 2025 Engage in a riveting discussion on the political landscape, where both Biden and Trump's leadership styles come under scrutiny. Explore how presidential communication impacts crisis management, particularly in the face of global conflicts. Delve into the troubling preference for loyalty over competence in politics, and its ramifications for democracy. The dialogue also touches on media accountability and the public's divided perceptions of political figures. The nuance of leadership and its long-term effects on society are compellingly examined.
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Biden Cover-up's Democratic Impact
- Biden's candidacy was marked by delusion, dishonesty, and an effective cover-up of his cognitive decline.
- This cover-up was harmful and distorted the democratic process significantly.
Democratic Struggles with Biden's Viability
- The choice to protect democracy by supporting Biden despite his deficits was fraught and damaged Democrats politically.
- Political incentives created a pathological environment fostering denial and loyalty over honesty.
Hold Advisors Accountable
- Advisors who enabled Biden’s misleading second-term candidacy should face political consequences.
- Such discrediting would prevent repeat enabling of unfit candidacies in the future.