I thoroughly enjoy this monthly dialogue. I recently read Stewart's memoir called "The Last Season" and recommend it to all. The fact your political histories vary greatly adds both color and insight to points made. (We should thank Trump for bringing you two together in a common cause!) I like so much, Simon, that your strategic focus is evolving as the political landscape evolves; you're not a rigid ideologue but someone working to make good change happen in real time.
During this time, we all need to be prepared to pivot and be creative. I also hate the messaging thing. We are saving democracy, not pedaling toothpaste.
😳 at first I thought maybe it was a disinformation campaign by the opposition, but sadly, this seems totally believable. I hope they move to replace him asap with someone with broad support
Again , why aren’t we saying that Trump and the Republicans are supporting communists yet he calls Dems communists. He needs to be called out on not defending Ukraine against a Communist regime.
Thank you for this! It is entirely weird that the media tries so hard to "normalize" the crimes and corruption of the current administration. And we ARE strong, in our defense of American values and ideals, in the very defense of the continuation of democracy itself. Agree that we need unity but we also need creative ideas about how to reform the government. We believe in diversity, in creativity, in the common good!! Thanks for the clear voice of Stuart Stevens.
Just cancelled my Platner donations. Everyone needs to do this to be sure he drops out. That is my opinion, but I think he is in a position now where he probably cannot win.
THANK YOU. I just had to leave a comment on another Substack because the credible SA survivor is being attacked by self-proclaimed progressives who are too willing to buy into misogynist tropes just to win a seat FFS.
I agree with you. Having an ethical compass and a clear sense of purpose is imperative right now. You can't fight the Epstein Class if you are an abuser. It won't work.
The was a VERY educational conversation between the two of you. Thank you for hosting this Simon !
Stuart Steven’s is right, 100% right.
Like the "attack, attack, attack" mode! Let's Go!!!
Can You Talk About Trumps Meeting In Ovl w/ Rich People ? About How He’s Opening Savings Accts For All Citizens Children ????
What?
Do you mean the so-called “Trump accounts?”
Just google it.
Don’t drink the kool-aid. He lies about everything.
Thank You 🤬👍
What about MI, with Mallory backing out!!
The staggering corruption is a kitchen table issue.
No Shit 👍
While republicans concentrate in texas, democrats should be everywhere
The communist talk is about dividing Democrats.
Take Care 👍♥️
I thoroughly enjoy this monthly dialogue. I recently read Stewart's memoir called "The Last Season" and recommend it to all. The fact your political histories vary greatly adds both color and insight to points made. (We should thank Trump for bringing you two together in a common cause!) I like so much, Simon, that your strategic focus is evolving as the political landscape evolves; you're not a rigid ideologue but someone working to make good change happen in real time.
During this time, we all need to be prepared to pivot and be creative. I also hate the messaging thing. We are saving democracy, not pedaling toothpaste.
!
Unfortunate news re Platner:
https://www.politico.com/news/2026/07/06/graham-platner-sexual-assault-allegation-00987737
😳 at first I thought maybe it was a disinformation campaign by the opposition, but sadly, this seems totally believable. I hope they move to replace him asap with someone with broad support
Again , why aren’t we saying that Trump and the Republicans are supporting communists yet he calls Dems communists. He needs to be called out on not defending Ukraine against a Communist regime.
Trump is in bed with Putin and the rest of the oligarchs and autocrats. That's who he is. Those are his friends. He is not America's friend.
Thank you for this! It is entirely weird that the media tries so hard to "normalize" the crimes and corruption of the current administration. And we ARE strong, in our defense of American values and ideals, in the very defense of the continuation of democracy itself. Agree that we need unity but we also need creative ideas about how to reform the government. We believe in diversity, in creativity, in the common good!! Thanks for the clear voice of Stuart Stevens.
Just cancelled my Platner donations. Everyone needs to do this to be sure he drops out. That is my opinion, but I think he is in a position now where he probably cannot win.
THANK YOU. I just had to leave a comment on another Substack because the credible SA survivor is being attacked by self-proclaimed progressives who are too willing to buy into misogynist tropes just to win a seat FFS.
I agree with you. Having an ethical compass and a clear sense of purpose is imperative right now. You can't fight the Epstein Class if you are an abuser. It won't work.