Hacks On Tap Russian Roulette (with Sarah Longwell & Patrick Gaspard)
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Feb 25, 2025 
Sarah Longwell, a political analysis expert and publisher at The Bulwark, joins Patrick Gaspard, former U.S. ambassador to South Africa and senior fellow at CAP. They dissect Trump’s press conference with Macron, exploring the evolving U.S. views on foreign policy amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The duo analyzes Trump's influence on public sentiment, the complex relationship between tech figures like Elon Musk and politics, and the Republican Party's challenges in navigating the current political landscape. Expect sharp insights and witty commentary!
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Trump-Macron Presser
- Trump's presser with Macron involved real-time fact-checking and unusual behavior.
- Macron corrected Trump's statements, and Trump made dismissive gestures.
American Apathy in Foreign Policy
- American voters are losing clarity on global good guys and bad guys.
- Apathy and fractured media contribute to this confusion, amplified by Trump's pro-Putin stance.
Trump's "Sick of It" Appeal
- Trump's "I'm sick of it" attitude resonates with voters tired of costly, drawn-out conflicts.
- This frustration influences Trump's foreign policy calculations.