Stand Up! with Pete Dominick

1513 Glenn Kirshner and Shawn Harris

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Jan 7, 2026
Glenn Kirshner, a former federal prosecutor turned legal commentator, discusses his advocacy for accountability and transparency in government, critiquing recent DOJ failures. He shares celebrity encounters and the importance of civic engagement in a democracy. Sean Harris, a retired U.S. Army brigadier general and congressional candidate, highlights military culture challenges, including sexual assault and retention issues. He also addresses the impact of tariffs on farmers and advocates for stable agricultural policies, shedding light on current market dynamics.
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INSIGHT

From Prosecutor To Public Defender Of Democracy

  • Glenn Kirshner pivoted from federal prosecutor to media figure to fight for rule of law and democracy.
  • He treats this work as a second career driven by protecting institutions and accountability.
ANECDOTE

Princess Bride Quote In Insurrection Evidence

  • Glenn recounts watching Oath Keepers' witness read 'have fun storming the castle' from The Princess Bride in trial evidence.
  • He messaged Rob Reiner that a line from his movie appeared in seditious-conspiracy texts.
ADVICE

Push Ruthlessly For Equal Accountability

  • Glenn and peers formed 'Ruthless Patriots' to push for aggressive, impartial rule-of-law accountability.
  • He advises applying the law without fear or favor to restore legitimacy and deter elites.
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