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The Bulwark Podcast
James Comey and Ben Wittes: A Demagogue Our Founders Feared
May 22, 2024
Former FBI Director James Comey and Ben Wittes discuss integrity, principles, and the Trump trial. Comey talks about choices made in 2016 and maintaining integrity. Ben updates on the Trump trial and praises Judge Merchan's fairness
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- Navigating political pressures while upholding integrity in institutions like the FBI and DOJ.
- Defense of institutions against demagogues like Trump and maintaining ethical standards.
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Ethical Dilemmas in Protecting Institutions
Facing the challenging decisions of upholding integrity while navigating political pressures within institutions like the FBI and Department of Justice. James Comey reflects on the moral balancing act of sticking to principles while negotiating the turbulent political landscape.
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