Topic: Donna Brazile

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The Best Clips Of The Day
Episode 1509 1:27:23 - 1:29:33

1509: The Best Clips Of The Day

Donna Brazile, Media Gaffes and Programming

Donna Brazile made a verbal slip on Fox News, referring to Dana Perino as "Dana so white" instead of "Dana so right." In another clip, a Republican strategist on CNN accidentally stated that Donald Trump was responsible for "9/11 or January 6th," which the hosts cite as evidence of effective media programming.

Booby-Trap
Episode 1222 2:26:07 - 2:29:07

1222: Booby-Trap

Donna Brazile's Heated Exchange on Fox News

Former DNC Chair Donna Brazile had a volatile reaction on Fox News when asked about Ronna McDaniel's comments regarding a potentially rigged brokered convention. Brazile told Republicans to "stay the hell out of our race" and accused McDaniel of using "Russian talking points." The hosts critique Brazile's history, including her 2016 resignation over leaking debate questions to the Clinton campaign.

No Sweat
Episode 1191 1:02:15 - 1:07:26

1191: No Sweat

Roger Stone Conviction, Donna Brazile Reaction

Roger Stone was found guilty on seven counts, including lying to Congress and witness tampering, related to the Mueller investigation. Following the verdict, former DNC chair Donna Brazile expressed strong hostility toward Stone, accusing him of destroying democracy through his alleged ties to WikiLeaks. Critics point out the irony in Brazile's statements given her own history with leaked debate questions in 2016.

CHUD
Episode 1131 15:35 - 17:49

1131: CHUD

DNC Server Investigation, Florida Election Hacking Allegations

Donna Brazile comments on the DNC server investigation, noting that a replica was provided to investigators rather than the physical hardware. Reports from the FBI suggest that at least one Florida county government was successfully breached by foreign agents during the 2016 election, though local officials claim no knowledge of such an event.

Milkshake Duck
Episode 991 32:04 - 36:58

991: Milkshake Duck

Nomiki Konst, DNC Budget and Consultant Corruption

Nomiki Konst, an investigative reporter and DNC Unity Reform Commission member, criticized the Democratic Party's financial management during a public meeting. She alleged that nearly $800 million was spent on five consultants while state parties were left underfunded. Konst linked these budgetary failures to the loss of 1,200 seats and the subsequent rise of Republican control in state legislatures.

Talking Tubes
Episode 981 1:28:45 - 1:32:08

981: Talking Tubes

Richard Dreyfuss Allegations and Donna Brazile Interview

Actor Richard Dreyfuss has been accused of exposing himself to women, adding to the growing list of Hollywood figures facing misconduct claims. Separately, former DNC chair Donna Brazile appeared on Bill Maher's HBO show to promote her book Hacks. Brazile's use of profanity and her subsequent walking back of claims in other interviews have drawn criticism from media analysts.

King Tide
Episode 980 2:30:32 - 2:33:46

980: King Tide

Debbie Wasserman Schultz Response to Donna Brazile

Florida Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz avoided answering questions about Donna Brazile's book *Hacks*, which accused her of mismanagement. Instead, she claimed her constituents were more concerned with local "king tides" and environmental issues than the 2016 election. The hosts criticize her for being "a dick" to reporters and failing to address the specific allegations of rigging the primary.

King Tide
Episode 980 2:33:46 - 2:38:58

980: King Tide

Donna Brazile Backpedaling on CBS Morning Show

Donna Brazile appeared on CBS to clarify her claims about the DNC being "rigged," seemingly backpedaling by stating the primary was a "fair fight." She explained that while a memorandum of understanding gave the Clinton campaign control over staff and finances, Clinton also provided a "lifeline" to the debt-ridden party. The hosts describe her performance as "backpedaling of the highest order."

King Tide
Episode 980 2:41:24 - 2:42:49

980: King Tide

Donna Brazile on Seth Rich and Hillary Clinton

In her book, Donna Brazile expresses haunting concerns regarding the unsolved murder of DNC staffer Seth Rich. She claims she asked Hillary Clinton to use campaign funds to set up a reward for finding Rich's killer, but Clinton reportedly dismissed the request. Brazile also mentions her fear that Rich was targeted by Russians or killed due to racial tensions.

Donna Gate
Episode 979 49:51 - 53:45

979: Donna Gate

Donna Brazile DNC Rigging Allegations, Elizabeth Warren, Pocahontas Trademark

Donna Brazile's new book alleges that the Hillary Clinton campaign exerted unethical control over the DNC's finances and strategy long before the nomination. Senator Elizabeth Warren initially agreed the primary was rigged but later walked back her comments. ABC News is criticized for refusing to use the name "Pocahontas" when reporting on Trump's tweets about Warren, allegedly to protect the Disney trademark.

Donna Gate
Episode 979 53:45 - 56:44

979: Donna Gate

"Donna-Gate", Hillary Clinton's Future, Democratic Party Strategy

The revelations from Donna Brazile are framed as a "Donna-Gate" scandal intended to prevent Hillary Clinton from running again in 2020. The hosts discuss Brazile's history of leaking debate questions to the Clinton campaign and her subsequent resignation from CNN. The move is seen as a clear message from within the Democratic Party that Clinton's influence must be curtailed.

Donna Gate
Episode 979 56:44 - 1:00:25

979: Donna Gate

Hillary Clinton Fainting Incident, Plan B, Body Double Theory

Donna Brazile revealed she considered replacing Hillary Clinton with Joe Biden or Cory Booker after Clinton fainted at the 9/11 memorial. The hosts question the official timeline of Clinton's pneumonia diagnosis, noting the rapid appearance of a "body double" outside Chelsea Clinton's apartment shortly after the collapse. The high level of concern among party leadership suggests the medical situation was more dire than publicly admitted.

Donna Gate
Episode 979 1:00:26 - 1:04:54

979: Donna Gate

Donna Brazile's "Go to Hell" Message, Seth Rich Mention

In an interview with George Stephanopoulos, Donna Brazile told her critics to "go to hell" and defended her right to tell her story. She compared the emotional toll of the DNC hacking to Hurricane Katrina and made a cryptic reference to "burying a child" in relation to murdered DNC staffer Seth Rich. The mention of Rich is highlighted as a significant "breadcrumb" regarding internal party tensions.

Donna Gate
Episode 979 1:04:56 - 1:09:20

979: Donna Gate

DNC "High Command" in Brooklyn, "Patsy the Slave" Comment

Brazile described a dysfunctional relationship with the Clinton campaign's "high command" in Brooklyn, claiming she had no control over the money she raised. She famously told campaign staff she was not "Patsy the slave," a comment the hosts interpret as a sign of the underlying racial tensions within the Democratic Party. Brazile's book is viewed as a counter-movement against Hillary Clinton's own memoir.

Learn Russian!
Episode 933 2:45:35 - 2:49:32

933: Learn Russian!

Democratic Party Incompetence, Impeachment Strategy

The Democratic Party's inability to defeat Donald Trump despite his lack of political experience is cited as a sign of fundamental incompetence within the DNC. The current leadership under Tom Perez and Keith Ellison is criticized for focusing prematurely on impeachment and failing to learn from the "Ready for Hillary" timing errors of the past.

Personfriend
Episode 916 2:27:31 - 2:31:54

916: Personfriend

Donna Brazile, Cyber Warfare Claims

Donna Brazile claimed on Sirius XM that she fought a "Russian military intelligence unit" during the 2016 campaign. She described the leaked DNC and Podesta emails as "weaponized" disinformation. The hosts point out that Brazile was actually caught providing debate questions to the Clinton campaign, which they argue is the real reason for her professional fallout.

Personfriend
Episode 916 2:31:56 - 2:35:49

916: Personfriend

Donna Brazile, Dick Cheney and Act of War

Donna Brazile expressed agreement with Dick Cheney's assessment that Russian meddling was an "act of war." She accused the national media of being complicit in a "fake narrative" regarding the leaked emails. The hosts highlight the irony of a progressive Democrat aligning with Cheney and reiterate that the emails were proven authentic via cryptographic hashes.

One Belt One Road
Episode 915 2:56:25 - 2:57:49

915: One Belt One Road

Donna Brazile Admits Leaking Town Hall Questions to Clinton

Former interim DNC Chair Donna Brazile admits in a Time magazine essay that she shared potential town hall topics and questions with the Hillary Clinton campaign. Brazile describes the move as a "mistake" she regrets but defends her role in making Democratic candidates look good. The hosts note the lack of mainstream media outrage regarding this confirmed breach of journalistic ethics.

Toxic Chat
Episode 913 24:59 - 29:48

913: Toxic Chat

Donna Brazile Claims Russian Invasion of DNC

Former DNC acting chair Donna Brazile appeared on The Daily Show, describing the Russian hacking of the DNC as a military invasion. She claimed that hostile forces harassed donors and staff, though the hosts note a lack of supporting evidence for these specific claims of physical harassment. The segment highlights Brazile's admission regarding the leaking of town hall questions to the Hillary Clinton campaign.

Bias Response Team
Episode 907 56:57 - 1:04:24

907: Bias Response Team

Donna Brazile's DNC Speech and Racial Rhetoric

Interim DNC Chair Donna Brazile delivered a highly emotional speech to the Democratic National Committee, referencing historical racial violence in the South and her own "sacrifices" for the party. The hosts critique her use of the third person and her claims of "cleaning house" after the 2016 hacking scandal. They compare her delivery style to the "Obama phone lady" and Howard Dean's infamous scream.