Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

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Brian Lehrer

Host of The Brian Lehrer Show with extensive coverage of daily politics and public affairs.

Brigitte Bergen

Senior reporter filling in for Brian, contributing reporting and analysis.

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…but is he a Zionist? Because the way he handled the students’ protests and how obnoxious he was when he interviewed those brave and upstanding pro-palestinian students makes me think he is.
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So disappointed in todays show about the targeted attack on World Central Kitchen. Seldom heard such nonsense as the Ha-Aretz journalist saying: oh no, IDF didn’t kill them on purpose - why would they, they will just have to feed the Palestinians themselves now. OBVIOUSLY keeping Palestinian civilians safe and fed has not been a concern of the Israeli government at all - in fact they have been starving them purposefully! And this complete hair brain statement was left standing without a respons... more
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Trump calls Iran War 'small potatoes'

Q: What do you think Iran would prefer in November, given the political climate?

The guest suggests Republicans are wary to mention Iran as a political issue because it could be a liability, and the party may prefer to avoid mobilizing that issue; the dynamics are complex and public positioning is cautious.

Trump calls Iran War 'small potatoes'

Q: Why would you say midterms are important this year in terms of Congressional control?

Control of Congress matters because it shapes veto power, oversight, and the ability to influence or block executive actions, with potential subpoenas and investigations if Democrats gain the House, changing the political dynamics around foreign policy.

Trump calls Iran War 'small potatoes'

Q: Does that fit into the argument you're making about the war in the midterms?

Yes, because the discussion ties Trump's rhetoric and the broader war strategy to political incentives ahead of the midterms, including how casualties and economic costs interact with public opinion and Republican prospects.

Hillary Clinton grapples with pre- and post-9/11 failures

Q: What should accountability look like for actions and decisions in the wake of 9/11, including policy choices on surveillance and military power?

She argues for accountability through transparent policymaking, robust checks on executive power, and ensuring that responses to threats are measured and guided by both security needs and democratic norms.

Hillary Clinton grapples with pre- and post-9/11 failures

Q: Secretary Clinton, how do you reflect on the handling of warnings prior to 9/11 and the decisions that shaped subsequent policy?

She acknowledges the missed opportunities and emphasizes the importance of learning from the past, such as improving interagency cooperation and having an evidentiary basis for policy decisions, while balancing security with civil liberties.

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