I've Had It

GOP: Guardians of Pedophiles

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Nov 13, 2025
Rick Wilson, a political consultant and co-founder of the Lincoln Project, dives deep into the authoritarian shift within the GOP. He passionately explains why former Republicans banded together to oppose MAGA and critiques how corporate media shapes public perception. Discussion includes the need for Democrats to adopt bold messaging and confront Christian nationalism. Wilson offers insights on effective communication and the importance of holding corporate power accountable, all while emphasizing the urgency of fighting for American democracy.
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ANECDOTE

Concert Seat Mix-Up And Public Apology

  • Jennifer Welch recounts a Tame Impala concert seat mix-up where she wrongly berated a woman who later turned out possibly to have been correct.
  • She publicly apologizes and uses the story to call out her own hypocrisy and temper.
INSIGHT

Not Both-Sidesism — Parties Are Different

  • Rick Wilson says the Republican Party has become authoritarian and demands uniform behavior while the Democratic Party does not seek that control.
  • He argues media and political coverage that equates both parties misleads the public and obscures real differences.
ADVICE

Stop Focus-Grouping; Fight Publicly

  • Rick Wilson urges Democrats to fight back aggressively and hold MAGA actors accountable with hearings and public pressure.
  • He tells Democrats to stop focus-grouping every move and show voters they will take decisive action.
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