06 Aug 2025
1h 10m

Zerlina Maxwell and Josh Barro: We Are in a Bad Place

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The Bulwark Podcast

In this episode of The Bulwark Podcast, host Tim Miller engages in two segments: first, a discussion with Zerlina Maxwell on Texas redistricting, anti-democratic elements in the Republican Party, and demographic shifts affecting voter power, particularly concerning Black and Latino voters, as well as the Democratic Party's response and communication strategies. The second segment features Josh Barro, who analyzes the economy, focusing on the latest jobs report, the impact of tariffs and immigration policies, and the Federal Reserve's actions, while also touching on the tail risk to US institutions and the global financial system. The episode also includes advertisements for Soul and ZBiotics.

Outlines

Part 1: Redistricting and Racial Politics

Part 2: Justice, Trump, and Expatriation

Part 3: Economic Impact and Policy

Part 4: Outro

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