Amb. Susan Rice

Susan Rice, former US Ambassador to the UN and National Security Advisor, shares her insights on the power of candid communication. She emphasizes the importance of being direct and encourages mutual honesty in relationships. Rice discusses the challenges of negotiating in high-stakes environments and the need for compassion in leadership. She also reflects on handling political differences within family dynamics, highlighting how love can bridge divides, and shares qualities that define effective communicators.

Ambassador Susan Rice, former National Security Advisor under Obama, joins to discuss the alarming disintegration of national-security processes during Trump's presidency. Rice highlights the perils of 'Signalgate' and the absence of a full-time national security adviser. She raises concerns about a $400 million jet gifted by Qatar, revealing the broader implications for America's alliances and the rule of law. The conversation underscores the critical need for accountability in governance and the risks posed to national security by informal leadership practices.

Susan Rice, a former U.S. Ambassador and National Security Advisor, shares insights from her memoir 'Tough Love' while addressing pressing issues like systemic racism and pandemic preparedness. Malcolm Nance, a counterterrorism expert, discusses national security challenges, especially in this contentious political climate. Andrew Sullivan contributes with sharp political commentary, emphasizing the need for democratic reforms, particularly around D.C. statehood and the evolving landscape of LGBTQ+ rights following recent Supreme Court decisions.