Bulwark Takes James Talarico's "Scandal" Makes Me Like Him More!
Nov 9, 2025
Tim Miller discusses James Talarico’s controversial Instagram follows, arguing they make him relatable to younger voters. The conversation dives into the intense debates from Crooked Con, exploring whether Democrats should adopt a more aggressive stance. There’s a critical look at Trump's ability to blend extreme and centrist views, along with an analysis of the fallout from Candace Owens leaking texts with Charlie Kirk. The episode wraps up with recommendations for an intriguing Secret show episode.
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Crooked Con Panel Clash
- Tim Miller recounted his heated Crooked Con panel with Simone and Hassan, highlighting sharp disagreements on strategy for Democrats.
- He described the clash over whether Democrats should
Mix Of Extremes And Moderation Won Trump
- Miller argued Trump combined extreme racial appeals with centrist messaging on other issues to win broad support.
- He concluded Democrats should adopt left-populist economics but avoid combining extreme social stances that repel the middle.
Pair Left Economics With Pragmatic Messaging
- Adopt left-populist economic policies to energize the base while avoiding extreme social and foreign positions that alienate moderates.
- Balance bold economic proposals with pragmatic messaging to win swing voters.