The Bulletin

A Third Presidential Term, South American Boat Strikes, and ChatGPT Erotica

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Oct 31, 2025
Charlie Sykes, a seasoned political commentator, discusses the implications of Trump potentially seeking a third term and what it means for institutional norms. Elizabeth Neumann, a national security expert, analyzes the legality and strategic concerns surrounding U.S. strikes off the coast of South America. Brandon Riccobaugh dives into the controversial topic of AI companions and erotica, exploring the psychological implications and ethical concerns of such technologies in our lives. It's a captivating blend of politics, security, and AI ethics.
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Stress Testing Constitutional Guardrails

  • Donald Trump is stress-testing constitutional guardrails by pushing norms and laws to see what he can get away with.
  • Charlie Sykes warns institutions and citizens must exercise agency to stop incremental erosion of checks and balances.
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Normalization Is The Bigger Threat

  • The real danger is the normalization of talk that undermines the Constitution, not just the proposal itself.
  • Russell Moore says politicians' acceptance of constitutional-bypassing language signals democratic erosion.
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Weaponizing Power And Loyalty

  • Trump's combination of hubris, narcissism, and contempt for law creates a dangerous cycle where allies surrender norms.
  • Charlie Sykes highlights pardons and public calls for prosecution of enemies as evidence of weaponizing the law.
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