The Bulwark Podcast Jessica Tarlov: Republicans Are in the Barrel
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Nov 7, 2025 
Political commentator Jessica Tarlov, co-host of Raging Moderates, dives into the current political landscape. She discusses the looming threat of stagflation and how Democrats might be winning the shutdown battle. Tarlov emphasizes the need for moderates, especially after Rep. Jared Golden's retirement, pointing out the importance of pragmatic candidates in red districts. The conversation also touches on tariff failures and effective political strategies for Democrats to navigate the current challenges.
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Sandwich Man Jury Check
- Jessica and Tim recount the Subway sandwich man trial and Jeanine Pirro's overblown felony announcement.
- They highlight the jury acquittal as a reminder jury trials can check perceived government overreach.
Early Signs Of Stagflation
- The hosts argue the U.S. may be entering stagflation with layoffs, rising electricity costs, and subprime borrowing resurfacing.
- They say Trump's tariff-driven choices are worsening affordability, hurting working-class voters.
Tariffs Need Impractical Precision
- Tarlov emphasizes tariffs require near-perfect international coordination and have unpredictable downsides.
- She describes the tariff strategy as a sniper-shot plan that has largely failed in practice.