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There is a very significant, “exhausted majority” of Americans looking to move past this rotten moment in American life. They have lost trust and faith in government, business, media and not-for-profit institutions at a moment of technological, cultural and economic upheaval. Fascism did not rise in the 1930s because it was strong, but rather, because democracy was weak. The cycle is repeating itself with a new extremism rising in 2020s America. On the podcast – consistent with the mission of The Warning newsletter offered on Substack and The Warning YouTube channel – I will be joined by interesting guests – some familiar, and some you may never have heard of – to discuss the political and cultural currents that are shaping our times, as well as the unseen forces driving politics that are rarely discussed on cable news. It's important for you to hear from a diverse range of voices – not just me – about the issues facing America today.

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There is a very significant, “exhausted majority” of Americans looking to move past this rotten moment in American life. They have lost trust and faith in government, business, media and not-for-profit institutions at a moment of technological, cultural and economic upheaval. Fascism did not rise in the 1930s because it was strong, but rather, because democracy was weak. The cycle is repeating itself with a new extremism rising in 2020s America. On the podcast – consistent with the mission of The Warning newsletter offered on Substack and The Warning YouTube channel – I will be joined by interesting guests – some familiar, and some you may never have heard of – to discuss the political and cultural currents that are shaping our times, as well as the unseen forces driving politics that are rarely discussed on cable news. It's important for you to hear from a diverse range of voices – not just me – about the issues facing America today.

    Trump's MAGA Posse Shows Up To His Courtroom

    Trump's MAGA Posse Shows Up To His Courtroom

    First it was Florida Senator Rick Scott. Then it was Senators J.D. Vance and Tommy Tuberville. Now, House Speaker Mike Johnson has showed up to a New York courtroom to support the former president in his hush money trial. What does this say about the Republican party? It comes as new polling suggests Trump will win the election. Biden is losing and his messaging is nonexistent. He has 175 days to turn it around and save America.

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    • 16 min
    She's a Teacher, Lawyer & Military Wife. Now She's Trying to Unseat an Election Denier

    She's a Teacher, Lawyer & Military Wife. Now She's Trying to Unseat an Election Denier

    Callie Barr was born and raised in Northern Michigan. Now, she's running for Congress to represent the state's 1st District. The incumbent, Jack Bergman, is a Trump-endorsed retired Marine who tried to overturn the 2020 election. As a military wife who knows the sacrifices American armed forces make to defend democracy, that doesn't sit well with Callie. "When you see a confederate flag in our nation's Capitol, that should strike outrage." She told Steve Schmidt. "And for that not to be the case, to me was against everything that we have fought for." Callie is also a teacher and a lawyer and is advocating for her fellow Michiganders in the Upper Peninsula.

    Learn more about Callie Barr and donate to her campaign here: https://www.callieforcongress.com/

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    • 37 min
    Dogs or Democracy? Fox News Hosts (Finally?) Draw a Moral Line

    Dogs or Democracy? Fox News Hosts (Finally?) Draw a Moral Line

    The Fox News Anchors are worked up and angry at one of their "MAGA princesses." It's because South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem wrote a book and admitted to shooting her 14 month old puppy. But is that where their moral line should be drawn? Where was the outrage during the Trump presidency and the erosion of democracy? What about attacking the Capitol building or trying to overturn an election? What about being afraid to share election results? Where was their moral line with Donald Trump and E. Jean Carroll? Steve Schmidt calls out the hypocrisy.

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    • 14 min
    How a Lying Politician Unravels on Live TV: An Analysis

    How a Lying Politician Unravels on Live TV: An Analysis

    This is an analysis of how a lying politician unravels on live TV. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem appeared on Fox Business to promote her new book. The book was an effort to sell herself to the American people, in the hopes of becoming Trump's choice for Vice President. But the anchor wanted to focus on one anecdote: why she shot a puppy. Steve Schmidt analyzes this interview and explains how politicians become unraveled when they are asked (legitimate) questions they don't like.

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    • 15 min
    MONUMENTS OF IDIOCY: Trump's VP Contenders are Shameful

    MONUMENTS OF IDIOCY: Trump's VP Contenders are Shameful

    These are the best Republicans Donald Trump has to choose from for a running mate? The puppy killer and political liar from South Dakota, Gov. Kristi Noem, won't take responsibility for lying in her new book. And Senator Tim Scott is pissing on the grave of the Unknown Soldier by denying a free and fair election. On this VE Day, we call out the threats to America in an effort to preserve democracy.

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    • 22 min
    DO WE WANT A KING? Conversations About Trump's "Chilling" Plans If He Wins Re-Election

    DO WE WANT A KING? Conversations About Trump's "Chilling" Plans If He Wins Re-Election

    Steve Schmidt speaks with political strategist Mathew Littman. Littman, who serves as a senior advisor for Brady United Against Gun Violence as well as the Biden-Harris Campaign, offered some key insights into what Americans should be making of the 2024 election. Steve and Mathew also discuss protests rocking college campuses and how both sides of the aisle can come together for sensible changes to combat gun violence. Plus, Steve and Mathew talk about the chilling plans in Trump's Time magazine interview and Mathew asks Steve if he thinks Trump will lock him up if he gets back into office; "It's an incredible question to be asked."

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    • 47 min

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39 Ratings

39 Ratings

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