In this thought-provoking discussion, journalist Anne Applebaum, historian David Frum, and reporters Barton Gellman and George Packer examine the precarious state of American democracy. They dive into the impact of misinformation from the 2020 election and the Capitol attack on January 6th, 2021. The group highlights the urgent need for electoral reforms, the growing threats of extremism, and the role civic education plays in nurturing future democratic engagement. Their insights paint a vivid picture of democracy's crossroads and the power of informed discourse.

Barton Gellman is a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and staff writer at The Atlantic. He joins Preet to discuss his prediction that President Biden will be impeached if the Republican Party wins control of the House, the competition for leadership within the GOP, and the brewing rivalry between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis. Plus, Trump announces his 2024 bid for the presidency, and Rudy Giuliani won’t face charges from the SDNY criminal investigation. Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Preet and Gellman discuss Liz Cheney and her political future. To listen, try the membership for just $1 for one month: cafe.com/insider. For show notes and a transcript of the episode, head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/burning-down-the-house-with-barton-gellman/ Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #askpreet, email us at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.For a limited time, new members can get 50% off their CAFE Insider subscription. Sign up at cafe.com/insider . Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Barton Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for covering 9/11 and the Snowden leaks, opens up about his crisis of confidence in journalism. He discusses the evolution of truth in reporting, advocating for a shift from observation to active engagement in democracy. Gellman shares insights on the daunting task of combating misinformation and the personal risks journalists face today. His transition to activism underscores the crucial role of journalism in defending democracy, especially as we prepare for future political challenges.

Barton Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and senior advisor at the Brennan Center for Justice, discusses election integrity and the safeguarding of democracy. He shares insights from war games designed to test responses to authoritarianism. Topics include the balance between state and federal powers, the potential for civil unrest after elections, and the legal battles surrounding voter ID laws. Gellman also examines how political motives could undermine election results and the implications of upcoming elections, including the challenges of public trust.

Barton Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Senior Advisor at the Brennan Center for Justice, joins to discuss election integrity and the future of democracy. They explore the alarming potential for authoritarianism, the implications of voter ID laws, and the impact of partisan manipulation in election processes. Gellman shares insights from crisis simulations designed to safeguard democracy and examines public unrest post-election. The conversation also touches on the risks surrounding Trumpism and the essential role of civic engagement in preserving democratic values.

Barton Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and senior advisor at the Brennan Center, dives into ways to brace for potential political upheaval. He discusses the need for proactive measures against authoritarianism, using tabletop simulations to strategize responses. Gellman emphasizes that democratic values can erode subtly, highlighting the critical roles of individuals and civil servants in maintaining integrity. This insightful discussion focuses on unity and mobilizing a pro-democracy coalition as essential strategies in these turbulent times.

Barton Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning senior advisor at the Brennan Center, dives into the alarming tactics being employed by political leaders to brace for possible authoritarianism under Trump’s second term. The conversation explores how journalists are shifting from reporting crises to actively preventing them. Gellman discusses tabletop simulations that uncover scenarios of executive abuse and mass deportation, stress-testing democracy's defenses. He emphasizes vigilance against gradual erosions of democratic values and the need for unity in pro-democracy efforts.

Barton Gellman, a Senior Advisor at the Brennan Center and award-winning journalist, joins the discussion on the potential chaos looming over the upcoming U.S. presidential election. He highlights the threats of disinformation and voter suppression, warning about the impact of deep fakes on electoral integrity. The conversation also touches on the necessity of clear communication in a controversial political climate and the vice president's struggle to balance campaign strategies. Gellman's insights offer a critical look at safeguarding democracy in turbulent times.

Barton Gellman, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and election integrity expert, delves into the vulnerabilities of American democracy. He shares insights from war games he's conducted, simulating responses to authoritarian threats. They discuss the implications of voter identification laws, the challenges posed by political control over election certification, and the logs of historical events like the Bush-Gore election. Gellman also examines the potential for unrest following upcoming elections and the impact of Trumpism on the Republican Party.

Barton Gellman is a long-time national security reporter for the Washington Post, for The Atlantic and elsewhere. His latest article and Atlantic cover story is entitled, “Trump's Next Coup has Already Begun.” He joined Benjamin Wittes on Lawfare Live to talk about the article; about what the Republican party is doing to position itself to overturn, if necessary, the results of an adverse election in 2024; about why Trump is oddly better positioned to do this now than in 2020 when he held the powers of the presidency; and about what, if anything, can be done to stop it.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.