400th Episode - Rick Takes the Hot Seat

For the 400th episode of The Lincoln Project Podcast, Rick takes his turn in the hot seat. He talks about how he first got involved in politics, his background in Russian studies and time at the Department of Defense, and how The Lincoln Project came to be. As the first republican to speak out against Trump, Rick has always spoken his mind and stayed true to preserving the integrity of his country.

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[chinweokoye]

I am a complete Rick Wilson fan. I met him when I moderated his panel at the Tucson Festival of Books. He is an exquisite and meticulous writer. But more importantly he sounded the alarm early. He has tirelessly been working to protect this country and our constitution. He has put country over party. Thank you Rick!

[patriciacaraballo]

Rick, my uncle was a biophysicist. He also worked on the Manhattan Project as a grad student at University of Chicago. I’m a bleed blue Dem. who believes in the government being there to help the people & keep us safe. I want my tax dollars (from my SSA check) to go to programs that protect the planet, feeding people, stopping the right wing plutocrats from abusing us & the planet. I’m glad we’re fighting together as I’m a cooperator by nature & I want to save this country & the planet.

[fuchsialady]

Fascinating interview. As a 72 yr old lifelong democrat, my respect for Rick grows more & more.
Yes, we need 2 parties. I’m all for Liz Cheney as second party. We need 2 honest sides to work together. The democrats need some cleaning up too.

[Joy-wgnd]

I love the Lincoln Project's mission. Defeating Trump and Trumpism is the way to create a path to create a truly good conservative party. Then the democrats and the republicans can truly debate and work across the isle to create a healthy country.

[pennygleeson]

While the Bulwark is close, they're simply NOT the Lincoln Project - you have an edge that can only be brought on by bitterness beyond bitterness at being incredibly let down, disappointed, humiliated, by the people you thought you were a part of, intrinsically, in a heartfelt way 👍 there is no higher form of legitimate attack & we love you for it ❤️❤️💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[luislopez]

Rick Wilson is one of the BEST at Lincoln Project.

[ladyk]

Electoral college has to go this country has changed in so many ways!

[margaretmchugh]

I am watching this from England I am a socialist (not an American version of a socialist) and what I’ve learned from the Lincoln project is when democracy is at stake we’re all in it together and we need to fight
for the sake of democracy
Rick and your fellow Lincoln supporters are literally fighting for democracy and freedom
I am aware if Trump wins Europe including Britain are on our own and Putin is going literally walk into any country he wants as he will have the clown trump behind him
United States and World freedom is on the line keep up the fight were depending on you

[dennisgarrison]

Good job 👍 we must vote blue up and down the ballot. The ex-grifter in chief is a clear and present danger. But his maga morons must be voted out. The SCOTUS must be rehabilitated. Vote blue 💙💙💙💙

[ChrisOsle-kwpl]

YAY! Congratulations! Thank you for helping us SAVE THIS DEMOCRACY!

[shawnalajame]

Rick Wilson has the greatest sense of humor, I love this guy… 😂🤣😂🤣

[chilotagrl]

Huge fan from Canada here! We’re counting on you guys to end this nightmare!

[maryannlorette-rust]

Lincoln Project and, specifically Rick, saved my sanity last round and still maintains me!

[AishaIsFabulous-x-]

Loved that introduction! 🤭
I'm a huge fan of Mr Wilson & The Lincoln Project. Keep fighting the fight Guys.
Love from the UK 💜 🇬🇧 -x-

[leonafrank]

The DAISY ad was very powerful and brought me to tears. I really appreciate all your work.

[rozisaac]

I and the free world owe you folks a huge amount of gratitude 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[shaioren]

Rick you are amazing. You remind me of what is admirable about real conservatism. Keep up the good work!

[carolemorain]

Than̈k you, Rick! You are the only one who doesn't go wishwasy about the GOP. I get really irritated at some of those who left, but can't accept that the party is in the rear view mirror. We need two strong parties, but we also need compromise and working together!

[MaryDoe-wrmu]

Rick Wilson made me have faith that there are still principled men…decency, level headed, tough, sharp, good not perfect.

[Rebeca-sdmd]

Loved this episode. Great conversation between two bright and funny guys who are doing their best to preserve our democracy 😊 thank you, guys, and congrats on your 400th episode!