Retired General John Kelly shares stark warnings about the dangers of authoritarianism, citing troubling rhetoric from Donald Trump. Vice President Kamala Harris discusses economic narratives shaping the upcoming election, while Michael Schmidt analyzes the impact of political discourse. Admiral James DeVridis highlights military responsibilities amid rising tensions, and Anand Giridharadas reflects on the socio-political struggles of American men. Together, they tackle crucial issues like reproductive rights, democracy’s fragility, and the pervasive threat of fascist sentiments.

Michael Schmidt, Director of the Commerce Department's CHIPS Program Office, discusses the significant financial support provided to leading chip makers by the Biden administration, including Micron Technology's $6.14 billion grant. They explore the impact of these investments on advancing technologies like artificial intelligence, strengthening the US supply chain, national security, and economic growth.