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Derek Thompson

03/25/25

@ Lex Fridman

The Democratic Party's bureaucratic culture and fear of making anyone mad is not suited for the current attentional era, which favors bold and authentic communication.

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Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson: Politics, Trump, AOC, Elon & DOGE | Lex Fridman Podcast #462

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Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson: Politics, Trump, AOC, Elon & DOGE | Lex Fridman Podcast #462

03/25/25

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