
Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of ‘The West Wing,’ Lawrence O’Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 448 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Tonight on The Last Word: The cost of living it a top issue for voters amid rising prices. Also, Democrats prepare for possible legal action on Trump’s election attacks. Plus, David Crowley makes the cost of living central to his gubernatorial campai... more
Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump runs to North Carolina as polls show Democrat Roy Cooper leading in the Senate race. Also, Sen. Cory Booker calls FBI Director Kash Patel a “thug” in a Senate hearing. Plus, Trump tells Republicans to “cheat lik... more
Tonight on The Last Word: FBI Director Kash Patel defends the amended FBI bestiality hiring rule. Also, Patel won’t rule out FBI agents at the polls in November. And Donald Trump and Republicans push AI in spite of safety concerns. Sen. Sheldon White... more
Tonight on The Last Word: Sen. Jon Ossoff slams Donald Trump and Congress for failing to regulate AI. Also, the Supreme Court blocks Trump’s attack on mail voting. And a new book takes a critical look at those capitulating to Trump. Sen. Jon Ossoff, ... more
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Oh how I have missed Lawrence. Tonight’s opener reminded me of why.
I like Lawrence and I like Ali, I have for years and I have sung their praises. Friends tell the truth so I cannot let this go without comment: SIX expert guests on Friday 4/24 and NOT ONE woman? Guys, it might be time to recall the training you undoubtedly got in 2020, your implicit bias is showing.
I have watched this show for years, and this might be the best one I’ve ever seen. If only the networks would show the people of this country what is really happening around the world, maybe we could force congress and SCOTUS to do their jobs. Thank you Lawrence, and thank you Canada and Britain for talking truth.
maga-RACIST.! These Idiot Uneducated Poor Will Stay No matter what trump says or does The Only Way they leave if trump’s not Racist Anymore. That’s the Only Way.! The Best Glue EVER EVER EVER Made You heard it 1st Right Here
The horrible Angie ads are a nightmare. Asking a repairman to change grandpa’s trachea tube? Sickening!
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A hard-edged political talk show examining power, policy, and accountability through contemporary U.S. politics and international relations. Episodes frequently dissect high-stakes nominees, congressional dynamics, military conflicts, and the interplay between media, law, and governance, often featuring a rotating lineup of prominent lawmakers, legal analysts, and subject-matter experts. Notable threads include investigations and impeachment-era questions, the Iran conflict and budget implications, and vivid commentary on democracy, elections, and accountability. The show tends to favor incisive, long-form discussion with strong factual context and expert perspectives, making it a likely fit for listeners who want clear takes on how policy ... more
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