The Julia La Roche Show · Saturday, September 12, 2026
Chris Whalen criticizes politicians for offering 'giveaways' rather than addressing fundamental issues like the budget deficit. He likens this approach to historical vote-buying tactics and states that neither party demonstrates leadership on 'real stuff.'
“So, Donald Trump is basically trying to do the same thing with Americans. And I think it illustrates just how pathetic and bizarre our political situation has become. And both parties, by the way.”
“Our politicians are geared to give stuff away. That's what they do. Uh, they don't show any leadership. They don't sit down and say, hey, we got to do this, like the budget deficit, right? Nobody talks about that.”