The Bulwark Podcast Bill Kristol: The Musk of it All
Oct 7, 2024
Bill Kristol, Editor-at-large of The Bulwark and a seasoned political commentator, discusses the troubling alliance between billionaire tech moguls and authoritarian movements. He highlights how these figures are influencing the Republican Party and showering Trump with financial backing. Kristol also analyzes the geopolitical implications of Israel's actions since October 7, the risks of political violence fueled by inflammatory rhetoric, and the responsibility of influential figures in today's polarized climate.
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Daddy Gang Intro
- Tim Miller introduces Bill Kristol to discuss the one-year anniversary of the October 7th attack.
- Kristol is a member of the "Daddy Gang", a topic they'll discuss later.
October 7th Anniversary
- The horrors of the October 7th attack are still hard to comprehend one year later.
- The ensuing fallout, military operations, and global anti-Semitism are significant.
Harris on Israel
- Kamala Harris navigates questions about the Biden administration's relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
- She emphasizes the strong alliance between the American and Israeli people.