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Firing Line

Jon Meacham

Season 2023 Episode 651 | 26m 46s

Pulitzer Prize winner and presidential biographer Jon Meacham discusses how today’s leaders compare to their predecessors. Meacham—who has helped craft some key Biden speeches—explains why he backs a Biden reelection bid and weighs in on today’s GOP.

Aired: 06/15/23
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Brooks and Capehart on Trump's decision to launch strikes on Iran
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Trump's rationale and objectives for Iran war remain unclear
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Trump demands Iran’s surrender, but ending war is not easy
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New documentary 'Immutable' follows student debate team as they find their voices
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