

Steve Bannon Lets Loose on the Deep State
Jul 22, 2025
Steve Bannon, former White House Chief Strategist, fires up the conversation by tackling the deep state's influence on politics. He warns of divisions within the MAGA movement and emphasizes the need for grassroots action against entrenched power structures. Bannon delves into the urgency of redefining capitalism and combating institutional corruption. He also discusses the importance of military service and literature in shaping perspectives, while encouraging proactive political engagement to resist authoritarianism.
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Challenge Of Governing Beyond Elections
- Winning elections is only the first step; governing effectively is the true challenge.
- A bigger apparatus than the democratic process undermines constitutional governance, preventing true control.
Institutional Rot Behind Epstein
- The Epstein case reveals institutional rot, not just individual corruption.
- Financial, intelligence, corporate, and government institutions are deeply compromised.
Transparency Prevents Cynicism
- The MAGA movement risks losing momentum if it fails to expose the deep state's interconnectivity.
- Lack of transparency leads to cynicism, disengagement, and fewer active supporters.