The Editors Episode 827: Sedition Questions
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Nov 21, 2025 The hosts dive into the heated rhetoric around sedition and execution, particularly from political leaders. They discuss the complexities of military legality and accountability in remote strikes. Conversations about a proposed Ukraine settlement reveal perceived concessions to Russia and critique Western support. The panel also reflects on notable historical executions and their implications. Personal anecdotes, like Thanksgiving plans and family successes, add a light-hearted touch amidst the serious discussions.
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Party Messaging Was Largely Performative
- The Democratic video urging troops to disobey unlawful orders was largely virtue-signaling for the party's base rather than guidance for servicemembers.
- Rich Lowry and Michael Brendan Dougherty note such messaging provokes extreme reactions from Trump and fuels political theater.
Rhetoric Raises Real Security Costs
- Trump’s rhetoric about executing seditious Democrats escalates threats and creates security costs for members of Congress.
- Noah Rothman warns that inflammatory presidential words can increase threats and force officials to alter public behavior.
Draft Deal Strongly Benefits Russia
- A leaked 28-point settlement drafted with Russian input heavily favors Moscow and would constrain Ukraine’s sovereignty and military capacity.
- Noah Rothman calls the document contemptible and warns it risks a transatlantic schism and future Russian aggression.
