Norm Ornstein
Political scholar and frequent guest/guest-host on The Al Franken Podcast who moderates interviews and provides expert analysis on Congress and public policy.
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Oct 5, 2025 • 49min
Norm Ornstein on Another Chaotic Week in DC
This week features Norm Ornstein, a political scientist and emeritus scholar at the American Enterprise Institute. He dives into the chaos of a federal government shutdown and its implications for healthcare policy. Norm discusses Trump's controversial Gaza peace proposal and the complexities surrounding its implementation. He also critiques recent political maneuvers, including a high-cost military address and the broader implications of current policies on democracy and public health. Expect both insight and humor as he navigates today's turbulent political landscape.
Jan 15, 2026 • 43min
Words Matter: The Steps We Must Take to Stop Trump's American Gestapo
Political scientist Norm Ornstein, a seasoned analyst on governance and democracy, joins David Rothkopf to dissect Trump's escalating authoritarianism. They delve into the troubling implications of Trump's threat to invoke the Insurrection Act amidst civil unrest in Minneapolis. Ornstein highlights the dangers of Trump potentially suspending elections or declaring martial law. The discussion emphasizes the need for public organization, mass protests, and legal resistance against federal overreach, alongside a critique of Republican complicity in enabling such tactics.
