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EPISODE · Oct 6, 2025 · 34 MIN

How “You Can’t Handle the Truth” Became America’s Favorite Lie

from Bulwark+ Takes · host Jonathan V. Last, Sonny Bunch, and Sarah Longwell

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.thebulwark.comSarah, JVL and Sonny Bunch take on A Few Good Men — Aaron Sorkin’s courtroom classic about loyalty, law, and the dangerous allure of obedience. They discuss whether Colonel Jessup was ever right, how “Code Red” culture echoes in today’s politics, and why Demi Moore’s character still divides audiences decades later.Click for previous installments of Bulwark Movie ClubAs always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment. Bulwark+ Takes is home to short videos, livestreams, and event archives exclusively for Bulwark+ members.Don’t care for video? Use the controls on the left side of the player to toggle to audio.Add Bulwark+ Takes feed to your player of choice, here.

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