Show Notes
The Bulwark's Tim Miller joins the podcast to discuss being a leading figure in the Never Trump movement, the growth of The Bulwark and how Donald Trump is starting to make the mistake of a normal politician. Plus, Tim shares what it's like spending time with the Turning Point crowd and which Democrats could actually reach young men.
0:00 Intro 2:30 Miller's Media Diet 4:34 How Miller Came To Elevate The Bulwark 10:34 How To Understand The Trump Origin Story 16:12 Who Really Benefits From Trump's Success 26:03 How Do Democrats Win Nationally 34:05 Did Covid Turn Democrats Into The Establishment? 40:59 Miller's Relationship With Charlie Kirk & Turning Point USA 46:17 The Left's Inability To Engage Young People 52:00 Is The Theo Von Voter Up For Grabs?
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