Making Sense with Sam Harris #415 — The Cover-Up
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May 21, 2025 
Jake Tapper, CNN anchor and author of 'Original Sin', dives into the intricate dynamics of Biden's presidency. He critiques the mainstream media's failure to address Biden's health issues and discusses the implications of loyalty within the Biden camp. Tapper sheds light on how family influences decisions, particularly regarding the controversial run for re-election. Their conversation also touches on the cognitive challenges faced by Biden and how these affect public perception, intertwining the themes of deception and resilience in modern politics.
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Cover-up of Biden's Decline
- The Biden administration and media mostly hid his cognitive decline until after the 2020 election.
- This was driven by fear that attacking Biden would aid Trump, seen as an existential threat.
Loyalty Over Truth In Leadership
- Powerful leaders often remove critical voices from their inner circle.
- Biden surrounded himself with loyalists who did not challenge his fitness to lead.
Biden Family's Denial Culture
- The Biden family avoids acknowledging unpleasant truths, which fuels self-deception.
- This denial contributed to a tragic pattern of deceit and cover-up within the family.
