The Bill Press Pod

In the final episode of a four-part series on the American presidency, Bill and historian Douglas Brinkley discuss the upcoming 2024 election and compare the qualities and visions of Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Brinkley highlights Biden's experience and character, noting his long career in politics and his ability to work across the aisle. He also emphasizes Biden's commitment to democratic institutions and his belief in the importance of saving democracy. On the other hand, Brinkley describes Trump as an agent of chaos and authoritarianism, who prioritizes isolationism and disregards scientific evidence. He warns that a second term for Trump would have significant consequences for the country, including the potential erosion of NATO and the environment. Despite the challenges, Brinkley encourages listeners to have faith in America and to continue fighting for its values and democracy.Today’s Bill Press Pod is supported by the Ironworkers Union. More information at Ironworkers.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump/Immunity. Trump/Catch and Kill. Johnson’s Conversion. Ukraine $$ Flowing. Chuck Praises Mitch. Anti-Trump Vote in PA. Trump in the Dock/Biden on the Trail. Campus Protest Impact. With Sarah Wire, Washington Reporter for Los Angeles Times, Igor Bobic, Senior Politics Reporter for Huff Post and Brian Beutler, writer of the Off Message Newsletter and co-host of the Politix podcast.Today’s Bill Press Pod is supported by The International Brotherhood of Teamsters . More information at Teamster.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Bill continues his four-part series on the American presidency with guest Doug Brinkley, a presidential historian who is a professor at Rice University and as the official presidential historian at CNN. He’s the author of dozens of books and scholarly articles and is considered one of the top presidential scholars in the country. They discuss the importance of the people a president surrounds themselves with and how it impacts their administration. They mention examples of presidents who had strong teams, such as Abraham Lincoln and Franklin D. Roosevelt. They also discuss the role of the vice president and first lady in shaping a president's decisions. They then compare the teams of Donald Trump and Joe Biden, noting the high turnover and lack of cohesion in Trump's team, while praising the loyalty and unity of Biden's team. They also mention the very powerful influence of Jill Biden on the administration. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by United Food and Commercial Workers Union.More information at UFCW.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Foreign Aid Breakthrough. Johnson’s Conversion. His Job Not Safe. Mayorkas Impeachment Fail. Border Politics. Youth Vote. Trump's Trial Negatives. Kennedys Endorse Biden. Third-Party Threats. With Jeff Dufour, Editor-in-chief at The National Journal, Maeve Sheehy, Congressional Reporter for Bloomberg Government, Mini Racker, Politics Reporter for the Daily Beast and Erin Covey, U.S. House Analyst for the Cook Political Report.Today’s Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Government Employees. More information at AFGE.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What can a deep dive into presidents of the past tell us about the potential of a Biden second term and the dangers of a Trump second term? For the answers we turn to Douglas Brinkley, a leading presidential historian. He is CNN's official Presidential Historian, a professor at Rice University and the author of 20 books. In this episode, Bill talks to Brinkley about the qualities of great presidents and the lessons we can learn from them. They discuss the importance of figures like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Franklin D. Roosevelt, who are often considered the greatest presidents in American history. Brinkley highlights their leadership during times of crisis, such as the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and World War II. They also discuss the changing role of the presidency over time, including the increased focus on foreign affairs and the environment. Brinkley emphasizes the importance of a president's ability to adapt to new technologies and effectively communicate with the public. They also touch on the current presidential election and the contrasting styles of Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Brinkley concludes by stating that this election is one of the most important in American history due to the potential consequences of a second Trump term.Today’s Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers’ International Union of North America, rebuilding America’s infrastructure, More information at LIUNA.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump on Abortion. AZ Abortion Bombshell North Carolina Gov’s Race. Mayorkis Impeachment. Immigration Salience. GOP House Chaos. With Jason Dick, Editor in chief at CQ-Roll Call, Katherine Tully-McManus, Congressional Reporter at Politico and author of its Huddle Newsletter, Jessica Taylor, Senate and Governors Editor at The Cook Political Report and Dan Merica, longtime political reporter writing these days in The Daily Beast. Today’s Bill Press Pod is supported by The United Food and Commercial Workers Union. More information at UFCW.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Bill introduces a new series on the Bill Press Pod that will explore the history of American presidents and what qualities make a good president. He is joined by Douglas Brinkley, a leading presidential historian. He is CNN's official Presidential Historian, a professor at Rice University and the author of 20 books. They discuss the characteristics of a presidential candidate and the importance of messaging and communication. They also discuss the significance of vice-presidential nominees and the impact of past presidents on the current choice between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Brinkley emphasizes the need for a president who can unite the country and address the challenges of the world today. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the different visions of America represented by Biden and Trump.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by the Ironworkers Union. More information at Ironworkers.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

2024 Money Battles. Trump: J6 “Hostages.” Christian Visibility Day. Trump’s Trials. The Abortion Issue. The Border Issue. No Labels/No Way. RFK,Jr. Still a Factor. OH, MD, AZ Senate Races. Down Ballot Effect? Biden on GAZA. With Ginger Gibson, Senior Washington Editor for NBC News, Allan Smith, Politics Reporter, NBC News, Philip Bump, National Columnist for the Washington Post, author of the book, The Aftermath and writer of the How to Read This Chart Newsletter and Amanda Becker, Politics and Washington Reporter for 19th News, author of the forthcoming book, You Must Stand Up: The Fight For Abortion Rights In Post-Dobbs America.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. More information at UFCW.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Dr. John Gartner, a clinical psychologist and former Professor of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins Medical School, discusses his concerns about Donald Trump's mental capacity. He explains that Trump exhibits signs of narcissism, paranoia, antisocial personality disorder, and sadism, which are characteristic of a "planet-killing personality disorder." Gartner also suggests that Trump is showing signs of dementia, such as difficulty completing sentences and using language, and predicts that if reelected, Trump would become mentally incapacitated within four years. He contrasts this with Joe Biden, whom he believes is up to the job of president. Gartner emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing Trump's mental health issues and criticizes the media for normalizing his behavior and pathologizing Biden's aging.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America . More information at LIUNA.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bridge Collapse. $26MM Dem Fundraiser. Trump Selling Bibles. Democratic Unity. But, Enthusiasm Gap? NBC McDaniel Fiasco. Trump Dementia? RFK, Jr. Picks Rich VEEP. Trump’s Trials. With Linda Feldmann, Washington Bureau Chief, White House/Politics Correspondent at Christian Science Monitor and host of the Monitor Breakfast, David Jackson, National Political Correspondent for USA TODAY and John Bennett, White House Correspondent & Editor-at-Large at CQ Roll Call. Today’s Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.OrgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.