The impossible task of meeting Donald Trump
Summary
James O'Brien questions the media's failure to offer practical advice for Andy Burnham's upcoming meeting with Donald Trump, highlighting the absurdity of navigating such an unpredictable leader. He contrasts Trump's current conduct with Jimmy Carter's ethical standards, noting the erosion of US journalism and constitutional norms. The show then shifts to immigration, where O'Brien argues that a rare small boat arrival is being misrepresented as systemic failure despite overall migration figures dropping significantly. Listeners discuss the psychological impact of xenophobia and the media's…
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