The Bulwark Podcast Nicolle Wallace: The Silence of Republicans Is the Bigger Threat
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Jun 24, 2025 
Nicolle Wallace, the host of Deadline White House on MSNBC, brings her sharp insights on the Republican Party's silence in the face of Trump's actions, which she argues is a greater threat to democracy. She discusses the intricacies of political loyalties and the moral complexities that arise in today's landscape. Wallace also humorously reflects on personal anecdotes from the 2016 campaign and intricacies of family dynamics across differing political beliefs. Plus, she shares her motivations behind her new podcast, The Best People, and the future of political discourse.
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Trump’s Unique Leadership Style
- Trump is unique among presidents for his open disregard for norms, ethics, and laws, making comparisons to previous presidents unfair.
- His statements on the Middle East often show confusion, making it hard to trust his analysis or sources.
Bush’s Compassionate Immigration View
- George W. Bush viewed immigration compassionately, seeing immigrants as integral to the community and economy.
- His efforts were undermined by his own party’s increasing nativism and isolationism during his second term.
Bush Family’s Political Insight
- The Bush family, especially George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush, was astute and deeply affected by the party’s radical shift and Trump’s rise.
- Their diplomatic values and political assessments provided a contrasting lens to the Trump era turmoil.