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The Democratic Brand Is “Toxic,” Says Rahm Emanuel

Season 2025 Episode 7200 | 18m 02s

Democrats are bruised and battered -- but they are starting to fight back. Now, one party stalwart is positioning himself to lead the push against Trumpism: Rahm Emanuel. The former Ambassador to Japan and President Obama’s Chief of Staff talks to Walter Isaacson.

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