Happy to see the discussions about Tim Ryan increasing. He seems like the most obvious and best option for VP. Wondering what the political scuttlebutt is about him. Did he piss off the wrong people like Nancy Pelosi? He codes like an Alpha male, but the good aspects. He seems like he could authentically talk trash with union, working class guys of all races from the ‘old’ traditional Dem party that are being lost to Trump and RFK. He’s a former college QB with a midwestern accent in his early 50s. He has been outwardly defending Kamala. Maybe his ambition is the problem?
If the Trump campaign tries to say Kamala knew Biden was senile and unfit and didn’t say anything, she should throw it right back at them and say that we all know Trump is unfit and nobody is telling him he’s unfit, why not? Not one person can come forward and say how unfit he is, really? Throw it back - make it about them!
Tim, you need to pump the brakes on Axelrod. He’s the Bellichick of politics. Rode the GOAT, Obama, to fame and fortune. Now it’s clear he’s an idiot with stale ideas. It’s time for him to step aside for someone younger.
To the folks in these comments knocking the Bulwark as being part of a coordinated effort to “take Biden out”…the effort was, by all accounts, quarterbacked almost singlehandedly by one Nancy D’Alesandro Pelosi.
Whatever your personal opinions are about Biden leaving the race, none of us understand more about winning than the Speaker Emerita. And no one’s opining on a podcast had the power of her influence.
So you can quibble with the judgment of the most powerful Speaker of our lifetimes, but I don’t recommend it.
Perfect ending with Charli XCX to close out the Kamala Harris discussion in light of the latest brat frenzy. Somehow I can envision Harris dancing to this at the convention. Love the music you always choose. See you in Dallas!
Not a good look, Tim, referring to The Meidas Touch people as "a bunch of idiots who don't know anything," especially given that Ron Filipkowksi (their editor0in-chief) has been a guest more than once. They are just as important in the fight to protect democracy as The Bulwark, and comments like that don't exactly model the respectful discourse that JVL so often (rightly) champions and consistently follows himself. If you care about protecting democracy, then you appreciate every group out there doing it, whether they agree with you or not. You won, Tim. Biden stepped aside. Take the win and show a little grace.
I agree a small apology for the "idiots" might be in order. But the Meidas touch folks are hardly wilting violets given their job. I think they can handle some ribbing if it proves they were indeed wrong.
Tim and the Bulwark throw a four week temper tantrum. They got their way. On top of that, they are spiteful of all who disagreed with them along the way. Now they want us to let them play their biz as usual horsey racey games as if they hadn’t just tried to burn the house down.
Must dissent. Their tone was anguished for weeks, yes, but it did not turn into a temper tantrum until just a week ago when the GOP convention made it look like it might be getting too late for Dems to change horses.
Tim JVL Sarah put in many months of vocal Biden support (Bill K not so much!) before they sensed that the GOP strong vs weak frame was an inexorable trap that "greatest generation" Biden was locked into and would be unable to break.
We don't know the ultimate outcome but grim "stay the course" fatalism did not seem to be energizing the Dem party even earlier in the year before the debate and the calls to step down. Now Biden looks like a hero for thinking longer term.
The current excitement and sense of relief suggests that Tim JVL Sarah etc had their finger on new Dem possibilities, and it is obvious that Trump and MAGA are howling at the loss of their Biden punching-bag.
Plus I like the idea of Biden now freed from campaigning CYA now able to do some strong Democracy-protecting actions as FU president to cause MAGA to flip out about his "executive overreach" even as they tie themselves in knots about strong presidenting and executive immunity.
I’ll dissent part of your dissent. There was never any support for Biden, it’s been months and weeks of gnashing of teeth and, at the very best, begrudging support assuming they were stuck with a choice they didn’t like. The full-throated temper tantrum started the minute the debate was over and was nonstop until they got their way.
There are a lot of very bitter and disappointed Biden supporters (guilty!) that, yes, are excited for Kamala.
Anyways, I may eventually forgive but I’ll never forget the Bulwark’s role in forcing Biden to exit in a very ugly and public way.
Tim, I've been sitting with this and red-dog doesn't seem to be catching on. Might I suggest "Coconut Conservative"?
Happy to see the discussions about Tim Ryan increasing. He seems like the most obvious and best option for VP. Wondering what the political scuttlebutt is about him. Did he piss off the wrong people like Nancy Pelosi? He codes like an Alpha male, but the good aspects. He seems like he could authentically talk trash with union, working class guys of all races from the ‘old’ traditional Dem party that are being lost to Trump and RFK. He’s a former college QB with a midwestern accent in his early 50s. He has been outwardly defending Kamala. Maybe his ambition is the problem?
I have never cared for Gin , tastes like Christmas trees to me...lol
I am a Bourbon Girl
Harris Shapiro will possess a chemistry that rivals Clinton Gore. You heard it here first.
If the Trump campaign tries to say Kamala knew Biden was senile and unfit and didn’t say anything, she should throw it right back at them and say that we all know Trump is unfit and nobody is telling him he’s unfit, why not? Not one person can come forward and say how unfit he is, really? Throw it back - make it about them!
A vodka martini is called a vodka martini. A gin martini is called a martini.
Who is this Miitch guy for VP? I like Carville, but I am afraid I am missing half of what he says.
Mitch Landrieu...who will most certainly not end up as VP.
No, but he’s going to be a fantastic piece of the puzzle and messaging machine.
Carville is my fave Dem EVER. Smart. But never forgets how to talk to normal votes. And funny AF. Love him!
Tim, you need to pump the brakes on Axelrod. He’s the Bellichick of politics. Rode the GOAT, Obama, to fame and fortune. Now it’s clear he’s an idiot with stale ideas. It’s time for him to step aside for someone younger.
Grocery stores aren't monopolies? Have you looked at Kroger?
My favorite gin is Castle & Key, made here in KY by the first female master distiller.
https://www.castleandkey.com/craft-and-heritage/a-brief-history
My wife and I were there back at the end of May. I don't even like gin and I bought a bottle of their gin...their Restoration Rye is amazing too!
I'll try the rye. They have a seasonal gin, too, but I prefer the standard. I do miss the old bottle.
To the folks in these comments knocking the Bulwark as being part of a coordinated effort to “take Biden out”…the effort was, by all accounts, quarterbacked almost singlehandedly by one Nancy D’Alesandro Pelosi.
Whatever your personal opinions are about Biden leaving the race, none of us understand more about winning than the Speaker Emerita. And no one’s opining on a podcast had the power of her influence.
So you can quibble with the judgment of the most powerful Speaker of our lifetimes, but I don’t recommend it.
If I may, I think the recent RNC now looks like premature ejaculation.
Perfect ending with Charli XCX to close out the Kamala Harris discussion in light of the latest brat frenzy. Somehow I can envision Harris dancing to this at the convention. Love the music you always choose. See you in Dallas!
Still like Wes Moore.
Tim—please list your music!!!
Not a good look, Tim, referring to The Meidas Touch people as "a bunch of idiots who don't know anything," especially given that Ron Filipkowksi (their editor0in-chief) has been a guest more than once. They are just as important in the fight to protect democracy as The Bulwark, and comments like that don't exactly model the respectful discourse that JVL so often (rightly) champions and consistently follows himself. If you care about protecting democracy, then you appreciate every group out there doing it, whether they agree with you or not. You won, Tim. Biden stepped aside. Take the win and show a little grace.
I agree a small apology for the "idiots" might be in order. But the Meidas touch folks are hardly wilting violets given their job. I think they can handle some ribbing if it proves they were indeed wrong.
Tim and the Bulwark throw a four week temper tantrum. They got their way. On top of that, they are spiteful of all who disagreed with them along the way. Now they want us to let them play their biz as usual horsey racey games as if they hadn’t just tried to burn the house down.
No thanks.
Must dissent. Their tone was anguished for weeks, yes, but it did not turn into a temper tantrum until just a week ago when the GOP convention made it look like it might be getting too late for Dems to change horses.
Tim JVL Sarah put in many months of vocal Biden support (Bill K not so much!) before they sensed that the GOP strong vs weak frame was an inexorable trap that "greatest generation" Biden was locked into and would be unable to break.
We don't know the ultimate outcome but grim "stay the course" fatalism did not seem to be energizing the Dem party even earlier in the year before the debate and the calls to step down. Now Biden looks like a hero for thinking longer term.
The current excitement and sense of relief suggests that Tim JVL Sarah etc had their finger on new Dem possibilities, and it is obvious that Trump and MAGA are howling at the loss of their Biden punching-bag.
Plus I like the idea of Biden now freed from campaigning CYA now able to do some strong Democracy-protecting actions as FU president to cause MAGA to flip out about his "executive overreach" even as they tie themselves in knots about strong presidenting and executive immunity.
I’ll dissent part of your dissent. There was never any support for Biden, it’s been months and weeks of gnashing of teeth and, at the very best, begrudging support assuming they were stuck with a choice they didn’t like. The full-throated temper tantrum started the minute the debate was over and was nonstop until they got their way.
There are a lot of very bitter and disappointed Biden supporters (guilty!) that, yes, are excited for Kamala.
Anyways, I may eventually forgive but I’ll never forget the Bulwark’s role in forcing Biden to exit in a very ugly and public way.