

Bill Kristol: A Power Play for Autocracy
Nov 18, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Bill Kristol, a prominent political commentator and editor-at-large at The Bulwark, shares insights on the current political climate, emphasizing the dangers of unqualified nominees in the Trump administration. He warns about the erosion of government norms, detailing how fear among Senate Republicans may hinder accountability. The conversation touches on the alarming rise of autocratic movements, the global refugee crisis, and the implications of political maneuvering and personal choices in today's polarized landscape.
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Past Disagreement with MSNBC Hosts
- Bill Kristol recalls a past disagreement with Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski.
- They normalized Trump in 2015-16, which Kristol criticized.
Trump's Nominee Strategy
- Trump's nominees are chosen to negate and mock the government's function.
- They are anti-qualified, deliberately chosen for their unsuitability.
Trump's Power Play
- Trump's appointments aim to dismantle government norms and enable arbitrary actions.
- This power play centralizes autocratic control, masked by the nominees' incompetence.