Stephen A. Smith sits down with veteran political strategist and former DNC Chair Donna Brazile for a wide-ranging conversation about the growing divide inside the Democratic Party, the rise of democratic socialism, and what it could all mean heading into the midterm elections.
Brazile weighs in on the battle between establishment Democrats and the party’s growing populist movement, what Democrats can learn from Donald Trump’s political strategy, and whether leaders like Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer could face challenges to their power. She also responds to Stephen A.’s concerns over Dr. Anthony Fauci, discusses what she believes the Trump administration is getting away with, and explains why Democrats must find a way to unify.
Plus, Brazile reacts to Joe Manchin’s push for a new independent movement and explains why independent voters could ultimately determine the future of American politics.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 — Donna Brazile Joins Stephen A.
00:59 — Democrats Shake Up the 2028 Primary Calendar
04:04 — Brazile on America’s Frustration With Both Parties
05:09 — The Growing Divide Inside the Democratic Party
06:09 — Democrats’ Establishment vs. Insurgent Battle
08:04 — What Michigan’s Primary Result Means for Democrats
09:34 — Why Democratic Socialism Is Gaining Influence
11:30 — Is the DSA the Democrats’ Version of the Tea Party?
12:20 — Could Jeffries or Schumer Lose Their Leadership Roles?
13:53 — What Democrats Can Learn From Donald Trump
14:56 — Stephen A. Brings Up Fauci and Trump
15:13 — What Is Trump “Getting Away With”?
17:17 — Can Democrats Unite Before November?
19:23 — Israel, Gaza and the Democratic Coalition
21:50 — Joe Manchin’s Independent Movement
23:43 — Stephen A. Reacts to Donna Brazile’s Warning
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