To The Contrary with Charlie Sykes

Paul Rieckhoff: Trump’s Assault on the Military


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Charlie Sykes and Paul Rieckhoff discuss the recent UN vote where the United States sided with Russia against a resolution supporting Ukraine. They explore the implications of this decision, the perception of America as the 'bad guy', and the ongoing military purge under Trump's administration. they also discuss the culture of the military, the importance of values in leadership, and the chaos that is unfolding within the military ranks. They also touch on the impact of these changes on veterans and the 9/11 health registry. Plus, the critical role of veterans in politics, the manipulation of media and information by the current administration, and the implications of recent appointments within the FBI. They also highlight the challenges faced by the Democratic Party, including a lack of leadership and strategy, and speculate on Trump's consolidation of power and its potential consequences for the future of American politics.


More information:

Independent Veterans of America: https://independentveteransofamerica.org/

American Veterans for Ukraine: https://americanveteransforukraine.org/

Independent Americans: https://independentamericans.us/


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