The Bulwark Podcast Jamelle Bouie: Bad at Being President
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Dec 6, 2024 
Jamelle Bouie, a New York Times columnist and co-host of "Unclear on Present Danger," dives deep into the current political landscape. He critiques Trump's inept governance and discusses the need for Democrats to reconnect with voters outside election seasons. Bouie reflects on Frederick Douglass's insights into America's moral failures and emphasizes civic engagement. He also addresses election integrity and the Democrats' struggle against perceptions of elitism, calling for a reimagined approach to local voter engagement.
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Progress and Reversals
- Frederick Douglass lived to see his life goal of the abolition of slavery achieved, only to witness its unraveling during Reconstruction.
- This historical perspective reminds us that progress isn't always linear and reversals can occur, but continued action and struggle remain crucial.
Conserving, Not Progressing
- The current political climate necessitates not progress, but conserving fundamental rights and principles.
- Conserving the constitutional order, especially protecting vulnerable groups' rights, is paramount in this period.
Constitutional Politics
- Bring constitutional arguments back into the political arena.
- Make public arguments for constitutional reform, engaging directly with voters.
