Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content #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 Current events take center stage as they dissect Biden's alleged cover-up, drawing tantalizing parallels with Trump's controversies. The ethics of journalism are scrutinized, particularly regarding timely news versus book deals. They also navigate the contentious Israeli-Palestinian conflict, urging a deeper understanding of civilian casualties and the complex narratives involved. Lastly, the discussion touches on the erosion of political integrity and the challenges facing the working class, highlighting the shifting dynamics within American democracy.
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Biden's Cover-Up Damages Democracy
- Sam Harris sees the Biden cover-up as a deep, taboo concealment of his cognitive decline impacting democracy.
- This cover-up severely damaged Democratic credibility and choice, while the refusal to admit it became a coordinated failure.
Biden's Decline vs. Trump's Malice
- Biden's cognitive decline was hidden, impairing his communication but some believed he still made sound decisions.
- Sam Harris now doubts this, suspecting Biden was more compromised than initially thought, yet preferred this over Trump's malice.
Trump's Corruption Threatens Democracy
- Sam Harris argues Trump's corrupt hotel dealings and illegal behavior are deeply disqualifying.
- Trump's administration reflects dangerous loyalty over competence, edging toward fascism with weaponized institutions.