Sarah Longwell, Publisher of the Bulwark, and Jonathan V. Last, its Editor, dive into the recent election results, revealing a disenchanted voter base dissatisfied with mainstream politicians. They discuss the shortcomings of Biden’s campaign messaging and how demagoguery resonates more than infrastructure bills. The duo reflects on the shifting political landscape and the urgency of protecting democracy. They also touch on the effects of Trump’s influence and the need for authentic outreach to voters amid rising dissatisfaction.

JVL and Ben Raderstorf discuss Trump's tax cut agenda, Biden's stance on tax cuts, and the importance of 'agreeing to disagree' in the pro-democracy coalition. They also touch on the Epoch Times, Truth Social, and the need for a diverse pro-democracy coalition to safeguard democracy.

Sarah Longwell, Jonathan V. Last, and Jonathan Martin join Tim Miller to discuss Biden's poor debate performance, the struggle to urge the Democratic Party to take action, and potential scenarios if Biden needs to step aside. Insightful conversations highlight concerns over Biden's candidacy and the importance of unity within the party.

Jonathan V. Last, Editor at The Bulwark, dives deep into the current political landscape, asserting we're already facing a constitutional crisis under Trump 2.0. He critiques the administration's strategies to undermine the legislative branch and questions if it will heed judicial rulings. Last argues Democrats should conserve their political efforts instead of mitigating Trump's policy excesses. The conversation also tackles the media's failure, particularly The New York Times, in addressing urgent democratic issues while reflecting on political extremism and public perception.

Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark, and Jonathan V. Last, editor and keen observer of current events, dive into the unsettling connections between childhood trauma and political behavior. They dissect the moral contradictions in conservatism, revealing how sexual misconduct intertwines with political norms. The duo also tackles the ramifications of the failed coup attempt on political eligibility and critiques absurd government proposals like Elon Musk's 'Doge' initiative. Their insights challenge listeners to reconsider loyalty versus public service in today's political landscape.