Former Chicago Mayor, U.S. Congressman, White House Chief of Staff and U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel joins Bakari Sellers to discuss the future of the Democratic Party, political corruption and his potential 2028 presidential run.
Emanuel argues that Democrats can't confuse Republican losses with voters embracing their party. He explains why winning has to be followed by results, from ethics reform and the minimum wage to rebuilding trust in government.
Bakari and Emanuel get into Democratic strategy in the South, the role of independent and former Republican voters, and whether the party's ideological divisions are getting in the way of building broader coalitions.
The conversation also turns to Emanuel's record in Chicago. Bakari presses him on the handling of Laquan McDonald's killing, police accountability, public education and his clashes with the Chicago Teachers Union. Emanuel reflects on the mistakes he acknowledges making and what he learned from them.
And with 2028 approaching, Emanuel explains when he expects to decide whether to run for president and what will shape that decision.
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Bakari - that gentleman is transphobic and is a total ass. Please stop platforming individuals who do not care about anyone but themselves!