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WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

Paul Gigot, The Wall Street Journal
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From the award-winning opinion pages of The Wall Street Journal, Paul Gigot, Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn and Kyle Peterson discuss the latest from Washington. Get critical perspective and the analysis you need on developments from the nation’s capital. Join them every weekday. Send your feedback to pwpodcast@wsj.com

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Kyle Peterson
Host and co-host discussing political issues with colleagues and engaging in thoughtful debate.
Paul Gigot
Host providing analysis on political developments and exploring critical perspectives.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • Excellent Episode

    The 11/28 episode about US military preparedness hosted by Kate O’Dell was best in a long time. No snarky political side comments, just really intelligent questions and analysis, letting the guest speak, and thought-provoking commentary. I would definitely enjoy more like this.

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    Blubba Be Gone
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  • Neocon slop

    Sure, what Americans really need is to keep funding more death.

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    OkMediocre
    United Statesa month ago
  • Kimberley Strassel is a fraud.

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    Seyfert
    2 months ago
  • Long-time listener but show is not bipartisan anymore

    As an independent, I try to find news that highlights both sides of political spectrum. But over the past 10-12 months, the show has gone full conservative. Several comments have been made that leave me bewildered because in all honesty, the GOP of 2025 is NOT the GOP of 1985 so why are we normalizing their crazy behavior? For instance, you would think that every American would want the Epstein files to be released for the sake of the survivors and to hold pedophiles accountable. But during that... more

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    WTFAmerica1
    United States2 months ago
  • Mostly balanced

    The podcast is mostly balanced but at times lean to the right. With regard to the Obamacare and republicans’ efforts to dismantle it, we have not seen a proposed alternative by the right. Instead of beating up what they are not in favor of, come up with a tangible solution or alternative, so it can be debated and put up for vote.

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    Rayxzs
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Donald Trump Attempts Two Peace Plan Negotiations at Mar-a-Lago
Q: What does Netanyahu want from Trump in their meeting?
Netanyahu seeks a green light for potential military action regarding Iran's ballistic missile capabilities, as well as support for handling the situation with Hezbollah and Hamas in Gaza.
Donald Trump Attempts Two Peace Plan Negotiations at Mar-a-Lago
Q: What are the two big issues still outstanding in the negotiations?
The main issues are how much land Ukraine will concede and the details of U.S. security guarantees, with Zelensky seeking 50-year guarantees while Trump has only agreed to 15 years.
The Post-Trump Conservative Movement’s Identity Crisis
Q: What do you make of this concept of ideological border control?
It is necessary to exclude kooks and antisemites to keep the movement's integrity and appeal to average voters.
The Post-Trump Conservative Movement’s Identity Crisis
Q: What do you think of this debate?
It reflects important dividing lines, especially concerning the rise of anti-Semitism within the movement and how major figures are responding to fringe ideas.
The Showdown Between the U.S. and Venezuela Escalates
Q: Why do you think Maduro is not taking the opportunity to save himself and his family and go into exile?
Maduro is receiving conflicting advice from Trump to leave and Cuban advisers telling him to resist, indicating he believes he can survive without action from the U.S.

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