The Duran Podcast America First revival and NATO provocations w/ Robert Barnes (Live)
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Sep 23, 2025 In this lively discussion, Robert Barnes, an experienced trial lawyer and commentator, dives into the America First revival and unsettling NATO provocations. He reflects on the cultural impact of Charlie Kirk's tragic murder and the evolution of Kirk's populist, anti-war stance. The conversation segues into shifts in U.S. foreign policy, unpacking the Pentagon's strategic reorientation and debates between globalists and nationalists. Barnes also explores potential designations for groups like Antifa and assesses the Democratic Party's decline, offering insights into America’s turbulent political landscape.
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Personal Reflections From Charlie Kirk's Funeral
- Robert Barnes described attending Charlie Kirk's funeral and meeting colleagues across legal and media circles in the US.
- He emphasized how quickly decades now happen and how events like Kirk's death galvanized diverse groups.
Assassination Exposes Political Permission Slips
- Barnes argued Charlie's assassination revealed a new scale of politicized violence in the US and a worrying cultural permissiveness.
- He warned that celebratory reactions from parts of the left signal a dangerous breakdown in social norms.
Turning Point's Grassroots Origins
- Barnes recalled Kirk's campus outreach beginning at age 18 and Turning Point's growth from a garage in the Chicago area.
- He highlighted Kirk's generous debating style and pastoral approach to opponents.