

Jeet Heer & Jonathan Alter
Oct 16, 2024
Jeet Heer, a staff writer for The Nation, and Jonathan Alter, author of American Reckoning, dive into Donald Trump's increasingly erratic behavior and his legal troubles. They draw parallels between Trump and Richard Nixon while examining his economic views and unusual public appearances. The discussion also touches on the pervasive themes of division and unity in today's political climate, the dangers of hidden authoritarianism, and the critical importance of active civic engagement in preserving democracy.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Trump's Economic Agenda and Public Antics
02:49 • 7min
Unity Amidst Division
10:00 • 3min
Trump's Town Hall: Contrasts and Commentary
13:23 • 16min
Contrasting Personas: The Dangers of Authoritarianism in Modern Politics
29:17 • 4min
Guardians of Democracy: A Journalist's Journey
32:47 • 21min
Understanding Phishing Scams and Identity Protection
53:32 • 3min