The Bulwark Podcast S2 Ep1044: Peter Hamby: All in Service of Kissing Trump's Ass
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May 16, 2025 Peter Hamby, host of Snapchat's Good Luck America and partner at Puck News, joins for a lively discussion. They dissect the absurdities of political antics, from MAGA's outrage over a meme to figures like Kristi Noem and Tulsi Gabbard's extreme loyalty to Trump. Hamby shares insights on Biden’s successes amid GOP chaos and the need for Democrats to re-engage disillusioned voters. They also weigh in on Gavin Newsom's controversial healthcare proposals and the implications of AI in parenting. The conversation is a blend of humor, reflection, and sharp political analysis.
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MAGA's Performative Loyalty to Trump
- MAGA supporters treat Jim Comey's benign social media post as a serious threat, demanding his imprisonment.
- This reveals the performative loyalty to Trump, turning minor acts into supposed crimes to please him.
Politicized Intelligence in Trump Era
- Tulsi Gabbard fired top National Intelligence Council officials for contradicting false claims about Venezuela.
- This shows politicization of intelligence to fit Trump's desired narrative, overriding independent analysis.
Kristi Noem's Trump Obsequiousness
- Kristi Noem changed her appearance and runs ads praising Trump to gain his favor.
- Such efforts exemplify how some politicians perform obsequious behavior to curry Trump's approval.