No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen Barack Obama breaks silence on Trump's ape video, Bad Bunny, and the 2028 election
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Feb 15, 2026 
Barack Obama, 44th President focused on civic engagement and the Obama Foundation. He condemns dehumanizing political attacks and talks about citizen activism in Minneapolis. He outlines pragmatic reforms for winning majorities and energizing young voters. He also celebrates Bad Bunny’s cultural impact and explains why he invests in lifting new leaders.
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Public Rejection Can Restore Decency
- Most Americans find cruel political behavior deeply troubling despite its attention-grabbing nature.
- Barack Obama says the remedy is citizen activation, peaceful protest, and community-led accountability.
Governing Requires Tougher Tradeoffs
- Democrats have the harder job because governing requires coalition-building and deliberation.
- Obama urges updating institutions selectively to make government effective without abandoning democratic norms.
Fix Rules That Block Majorities
- Reevaluate blocking rules like the filibuster when they prevent majorities from delivering results.
- Use lawful reforms such as referendums and independent maps to counter partisan entrenchment.