David you were more than prepared. You have a knack for being succinct and you exhibited honesty and integrity.

@mamiemartinson4649

19 күн бұрын

One thought is simple analogy for the "tax fraud" in NY. TWO SETS of BOOKS. There is slight wiggle room in evaluations - decor, branding can add value, BUT you can't change from 11 thousand sq ft to 30 thousand sq ft unless you do physical renovations. IF his loan evaluations are correct, then Trump owes a butt load of taxes. If his tax estimates are correct,he committed fraud per the laws of NY. Two sets of books is typical mob tactics to hide illegal activities.

Yes David, you were absolutely prepared

You did great! Thanks for being awesome on our behalf.❤

I thought this was an outstanding interview. David, you answered each question thoughtfully, intelligently, articulately, and completely. If I wasn't already a member of your show, this would no doubt bring me on board. I hope a lot of non-members see this. Well done!

This was a very interesting conversation, Eli asked great questions and David you gave clear and precise answers. I love that a political commentator out of Europe is so open and wants to learn American politics from one of our best commentator.

@valeriel1697

20 күн бұрын

I agree, Eli was fair and inquisitive... Vote Blue 💙💙💙

Once again David, this is why I listen to you. Your ability to stayed focused and use reason without the got-cha points is so refreshing. Thank-you, thank-you!!

I think you were incredibly prepared because you speak your truth always.

@toterola451

20 күн бұрын

Same. David probably doesn't have to do a ton of debate prep, because he sticks with facts and Empirical truth. People who parse words and bend facts to suit their subjective needs aren't usually as quick on their feet as our David. I couldn't get a read on the guy firing the questions at David, though. Seems like he was being deliberately provocative and simply ill informed/duped by other at different times.

@keyisersoze

20 күн бұрын

There is no "your" truth. There is only THE truth.

@MrMerve-tl9my

20 күн бұрын

@@keyisersoze "Speak your truth" has been a saying since forever. Zoomers are now saying "Spit your shit" Lets not be pedants please.

@keyisersoze

20 күн бұрын

@@MrMerve-tl9my I am a stronger believer in keeping the integrity of the language. Everything else can be corrupted, misleading, and dysfunctional.

@MrMerve-tl9my

20 күн бұрын

@@keyisersoze oh, you’re a linguist prescriptivist?? Don’t back yourself in a corner so soon

Completely missed and never discussed with regard to Biden's memory during the deposition, MOST people do not have great long term memory. As a 30-year attorney I cannot tell you how many times I have heard someone who is 30, 40, 50, etc., after being asked about something that happened perhaps two years ago, responding "It's hard to remember. That was a long time ago." It's no different that eye witness identification, which most people get wrong most of the time.

@gmh471

20 күн бұрын

@Tap_Profile_Send_Sms1332 Originally from Brooklyn, I have lived in New Rochelle in Westchester County for 20 years. Jamaal Bowman is my congressman, but I know his primary challenger, County Executive George Latimer, personally and am so happy that he threw his hat in the ring. Latimer knows his constituency. Whoever wins the primary will win the general. Really rooting for George. Good man who consistency delivers for his constituents (and has never lost an election). Perhaps you can invite him onto your show. Oops, just realize this message is not with respect to your interview with Rep. Torres, which I also watched today.

@bobkoroua

20 күн бұрын

🎯

@backalleycqc4790

19 күн бұрын

"Happiness is good health and a short memory". I have neither and I'm in my 60s. Maybe your clients have other problems, I wouldn't say your anecdotes prove the case.

@studio_beasty

19 күн бұрын

@@backalleycqc4790 It isn't anecdotes, people's memories are known for their fallibility.

@littlelou050

19 күн бұрын

this! it's hard for everyone to think back years. the interview also wasn't about whether he could accurately pick out specific years. the focus was on the investigation, which came in the middle of his presidency and just after the gaza attacks. it's only natural for biden's memory to not be in humanly perfect. and anyway, biden told multiple stories which were solid. he knew the month and day, someone interjected on the year to push the interview along. it's not like biden couldn't figure it out or even take a guess, he literally didn't have the opportunity.

David, you have an excellent and absolute command and knowledge of the state of our political affairs. Thank you for what you do.

12:02 David should probably have mentioned that 2016 was not Trump's first time running for office, just the first time he won a nomination for a major party.

@maryrollins1737

20 күн бұрын

And the enormous amount of free coverage by the press.

@BakerWase

20 күн бұрын

true and then he went on to become president

@superclaymaster

20 күн бұрын

Yeah conservatives were finally dumb enough to call a bankrupted liar a good businessman and put him in office.

@David34981

20 күн бұрын

@@BakerWase And then he lost "bigly" in 2020 because he messed it up so much. He's done.

@BakerWase

20 күн бұрын

@@David34981 mhmm we'll see. one can dream :D ahah amazin'!

I'm a new fan of David's now, and yes you were prepared, it was somewhat confusing trying to understand what he was really trying to say and you nailed it, it was a teachable moment for that young man.

I am a huge fan of yours because you speak well thought out and are honest and thorough. Keep doin what you do my man, we definitely need someone like you!

Trump did the same thing when he left the Kurds. They left everything, claimed that ISIS was finished and told everyone that a bombing that gave US soldiers brain trauma; a headache.

@JohnSmith-yd5wq

20 күн бұрын

That's because trump was going to lose out on branding on his hotel in Turkey

Awesome conversation!

So nice to listen to a clear, well-reasoned, and factual Q&A.

Kelli Anne Conway said they have alternative facts while she was interviewed in front of the White House.

@HeisenbergCertainty

19 күн бұрын

And this person Eli Hassell said he'd never heard anyone say the phrase alternative facts, at 22:21. Eli Hassell sounds ignorant of the history of the Trump administration.

@gavleopardi70

14 күн бұрын

I’m shocked he doesn’t know this yet conjectures it could be the Democrats prosecuting Trump on political grounds. Ignorance is no excuse.

That disconnect is called Fox

@EcoCentrist

20 күн бұрын

Faux News

@user-en9xe5yr4d

19 күн бұрын

MSNBC too

@John-PaulHunt-wy7lf

16 күн бұрын

The echo chamber effect is everywhere now.

I'd say you did a very good and respectful job, David. There were a couple of times I thought your response could have been a bit combative, but it wasn't. Really smooth interview. Hopefully the right types of people see it.

24:35 No. Trump was FINED over $450 Million. He still owes that fine (plus interest). His BOND was reduced, not the fine.

@John-PaulHunt-wy7lf

16 күн бұрын

Yet his cult fans are still as enraged as ever! Talk about people being stupid as fuck!

Of course you were prepared! Another great conversation, David.

A lot of great well-reasoned thoughtful answers by David.

That was a really good interview, David. I think between you and the interviewer, you were the more prepared.

@valeriel1697

20 күн бұрын

I think Eli from the UK was just being inquisitive and fair with his questions...but Yes, David speaks the truth so preparation is on automatic with him. Vote Blue 💙💙😮

You were prepared 😂😂 as always it was a pleasure

Enjoyed the interview, tho I enjoy David Pakman anytime he’s talking 😁

@lindaquap4730

20 күн бұрын

I agree. I am a big fan of David Pakman.

That was an outstanding interview. He asked really great questions that were important and seemed to leave no stone, unturned. And you were on the ball with great answers that were to the point, logical, informed, wise.. there was no dancing around or weird evasiveness or double talk that usually happens in interviews... I mean, just an altogether really great interview. I really enjoyed it. The only thing that surprised me was that he had never heard of the whole "alternative facts" situation that the Republicans were pushing to gaslight people with. That whole thing was super stressful. And yeah... it was, as he said, "really dangerous". Our country is still suffering the affects from that abuse of trust.

Eli sure seems like a very nice young man. Glad that you did this with him, David.

@suvariboy

18 күн бұрын

I thought Eli would be far more right-wing and unreasonable when I heard him mention Ben Shapiro. Good talk.

Idk what Eli's politics are, but he definitely sounds like he, at least, likes Trump or is entertained by him. David, on the other hand, is very clear and concise and thorough with his viewpoints. VOTE 💙 Biden 2024 🇺🇲

@dodgersdiveofficialvevo

15 күн бұрын

he is a Tate fan

@edmondhuot4626

14 күн бұрын

Absolutely. Beyond Eli's politics (or perhaps because of them) he was intellectually outmatched. Pakman delivered a more nuanced set of arguments and responses. Also: side note...I wonder if Eli Hassell is a Zionist Jew? 🤔

@joeymac2

14 күн бұрын

he's ridiculously uninformed

@aaronbono4688

14 күн бұрын

​@@joeymac2yeah when he says he doesn't know anything about kellyanne Conway's alternative facts statement, that was huge news and was a big deal so I was surprised he had never heard of it.

@BrendanBeckett

12 күн бұрын

I think he's just a bit of a centroid, and clearly British so maybe unfamiliar with many aspects of American politics

Great interview!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Excellent interview, David.

Well done, this was a great conversation.

You nailed it Dave. So proud of you. Love ya. ❤

all solid points David 👍

Pakman mentioning "in person" vs. "the perception" of Harris was interesting. I've had the opportunity to be on some conference calls with some big players (including Harris) and that's been my takeaway as well. As much as some don't want to believe it, don't think for a second that those at the apex of public life aren't crazy smart and impressive individuals.

@EcoCentrist

20 күн бұрын

things can look distorted through the lens of the media sometimes. Harris just seems to perform rather poorly as a media figure, but it's easy to forget that awkwardness in front of a camera isn't necessarily an accurate representation of someone's real life persona

@teejay3272

19 күн бұрын

@@EcoCentrist You're so right about that. And it transfers to who people vote for. They want to "like" the person. Like a friend. Please. The proof's in the pudding.

@littlelou050

19 күн бұрын

​@@EcoCentristexactly. it's important to remember that politicians are human beings too and while media has become a bigger and bigger part of politics, it's not the sole focus. being able to actually execute the job matters more than whether you're awkward in speeches or interviews. another layer is that this is a very turbulent time, anxiety is high with politicians. especially for the first black and asian woman vice president who's already been so viciously attacked. even if she was perfect on camera, they'd find something to make up or nitpick. hell, they make up shit about the president and he's a white man.

@littlelou050

19 күн бұрын

​@@teejay3272yep! people get bored by politics and want entertainment to come with it. but then also feel comfortable in throwing around nonsensical criticisms as if they're up to date on how politics actually works. it's a huge part of the "concern" over biden's age. he's shown he's perfectly fine, the last 3 years have helped america not hurt it. but what it does mean is that he's not as easily sexualised by the media, he's not young and hip, running around making girls swoon. the articles and trending hashtags of biden in his youth is the perfect example. they had to find something to ooh and awe at because someone doing their job isn't enough.

@teejay3272

18 күн бұрын

@@littlelou050 Well said. I'm on board.

Bidens brain = full of knowledge Trumps brain = full of air.

@the_dj_wood

20 күн бұрын

agree although i would not have said ‘air’

@wellhellothere6347

20 күн бұрын

Stinky air.

@frankfirewood5384

20 күн бұрын

Lol

@elmo430o

20 күн бұрын

Left wing fascist chasing down Jews in the streets of New York City while the racist wing of the Democratic Party holds their political opponent in a courtroom on trumped up charges. It’s about time we see the fascist ideas David Pakman supports and promotes, for what they are. Take our Democratic Party back. Vote RFK.

@MiMi-og4wx

20 күн бұрын

Trump’s brain is full of 💩

The Pentagon had 20 years to plan its exit strategy. Pentagon should have had better plans for the president to choose from. IMO, it's at least 51% the Pentagons' fault.

@lottielane2486

20 күн бұрын

It was a bit. ,,Hit and Run,, , gotta be said.

@bertthompson4748

20 күн бұрын

And yet no one has given a specific thing we could have done that wouldnt have extended the withdrawal past the date given.

@kfox420

20 күн бұрын

The Pentagon did not want to leave. The military industrial complex wanted to stay in that war forever, if possible.

@mikemike2750

19 күн бұрын

Never forget that Pompeo and Trump negotiated with the Taliban and the worst of the worst were freed from prison. Those criminals set the stage for what was coming. Dems always end up cleaning up the mess made by Reps.

@mat3714

18 күн бұрын

What about the talibans? Don't you think they had an impact on the procedures?

Excellent David

Biden’s PR team should be Kimmel and Meyers.

@nancychandler3673

20 күн бұрын

And Colbert and Jon Stewart. We have a huge coalition. 💙

@joannemcvey6874

20 күн бұрын

And Oliver

Eli reminds me of Bengelsdorf from Plot Against America 😮 Either way good on him for getting interviews. Its nice to listen to a genuine conversation.

@valeriel1697

20 күн бұрын

I agree with you 💯 Vote Blue 💙💙💙

Great commentaries and always on point! Thanks David,great job!

On the Jan 6 question, its important also to mention that he did nothing to stop it for hours and in fact encouraged his supporters to target Pence, and when he finally told them to go home they did. That is culpability.

On the point of ACA and state opt-ins: Alabama, unsurprisingly, did not opt into expanding coverage through the ACA, and that impacted my grandmother when she was under critical care. My mother, years after the fact, still blames the bill itself, rather than the states deciding to leave my grandmother to die for the sake of inventing a political argument. So David's point regarding that is well-founded and honestly very on-the-mark.

In answer to your question, I feel that you were well prepared. I'm not sure that I would consider preparation the reason for your answers. This was one of the more cogent, direct and concise sessions that I have heard from you. I'm very impressed and very, very proud of you in your responses and honest presentation. You do an excellent job in general, but this interview seemed to place you in a more structured format. As well, I like the interviewer.

David, I really like all your responses in this interview.

Eli seems like a genuinely good dude so far. I've seen him do several conversations, interviews, and debate moderations (mostly for Steven Kenneth "Destiny" Bonnell The Second). He always comes across as honest and objective.

Thought you did fine David. Enjoyed listening while on my walk today!

Biden is an elder - his experience and his ongoing commitment, his wisdom - he deserves so much respect.

@afterdark6822

16 күн бұрын

😂

Well done David!

David Pakman has an incredible level headed and insightful view of the world of politics. It surprises me we don't see him invited on more media outlets to express his views and opinions on world events. This was a great interview.

Nailed it. Bravo

This kid thinks that Trump appeared in the scene four or five years before 2016, When he had been in the spotlight for three decades leading the circus....

@ritatownsend7408

18 күн бұрын

Ahh, I wish I was only aware of Trump the last few years. I actually stayed at Trumps hotel in NY and it was tacky, worn out and dirty. Also, destroyed my friends fathers piano business by not paying anything but a down pmt. Kept all 20 (I think) pianos and told him to take him to court if he wanted to be paid. He’s not for the working man. He disdains them.

@leotachaney7322

18 күн бұрын

Your friend's father was just one of MANY small businesses that were ruined by djt's refusal to pay for services rendered! That is why it is so sad to see the average working American citizen show him support!

@jimg5669

17 күн бұрын

Perhaps understandably, he thinks 2016 was Trump's first political run... it wasnt. That in fact was his third presidential campaign, though to be fair, the first ('96?) was in reality just a publicity stunt.

Hey I learned something. Thank you for being 2 serious people.

@DeeRue9

19 күн бұрын

What did you learn? All of this is well known AKA common sense.

@augusta8901

13 күн бұрын

@@DeeRue9 It's a.k.a. not AKA which is a sorority. Maybe go look that up instead of ragging on someone giving positive feedback and admitting they learned something. That's what the purpose of these videos is.

@DeeRue9

13 күн бұрын

@@augusta8901 awww you really burned me on the correction of a.k.a. Score one for you! 🎉 Wanna give me a history lesson on sororities while you’re at it? Only if you’re still in the mood….

It's easy to keep your story straight when you always tell the truth. Opinion based on personal feelings about truth also counts, assuming you keep those opinions in the open as a part of your commentary. That's one of the things I like about you, David, and I think this interview went very well. It's frustrating for us citizens to parse the nonsense that's been going on for some time now, I can't imagine what it's like to be a foreigner looking in from the outside, especially as the media wall is covered in right-wing spaghetti.

Anyone who doesn't vote for Biden because of the conflict makes absolutely no sense to me. Do you actually care about Palestinian lives? Because Biden is your absolute best bet.

@afridgetoofar1818

20 күн бұрын

This is a joke, right?

@rikachiu

20 күн бұрын

Absolutely not

@nancychandler3673

20 күн бұрын

Yes, Trump and RFK Jr . would not try to negotiate. They are 100% Netanyahu sycophants.

@Paul-82

18 күн бұрын

Biden literally just sent ANOTHER twenty six billion to Israel. You don't think they'll spend some of that on killing more Palestinian children? Biden and Trump are disastrous on Gaza.

@janell1963

10 күн бұрын

@rikachiu you’re 100% right! Those saying otherwise can’t really care that much what is happening in Gaza and for the Palestinian people or Muslims here in the USA. A Trump presidency puts that population in peril in more ways than one. Trump is telling us what he’s going to do and will have people in place to do so. He’s only going to hire those loyal to HIM!

Nicely done David, very eloquent and concise as always!

You know, I reckon the consistent use of either vague or binary moral and legal language by the interviewer suggests that there’s a lack of nuance in these sorts of interviews, conversations, and debates generally. (I mean the sorts that involve “new media” political commentators, journalists, etc.) You did an admirable job, David, of identifying and moving past the good vs evil/innocent vs guilty framework. Thank you for the clarity of thought.

I haven’t yet viewed this clip but I already know DAVID WAS PREPARED! 😉👍

In the USA. Citizens accused of crimes have a right to a speedy trial. They don’t have a right to a speedy investigation or a right to be prosecuted before evidence is gathered. Taking 3 years to indict someone is actually very constitutional.

David I think you were extremely prepared and did a great job. The only missed opportunity I saw was with the timing of Trump’s indictments - it took a long time to gather the evidence to not prematurely bring charges against Trump and Trump obstructed the gathering of that information at every turn i.e. judge Aileen Cannon helped Trump out with the delay delay delay tactic.

You did quite well David Sir 😢😢😢

Fantastic job David. I feel I get smarter every time I listen to you speak!

Great interview, but I have no idea who Eli Hassell is and Wikipedia avails me naught. Anyone... anyone...?

David. I love your astute analysis and ability to tease out every question , looking at it from every angle instead of being caught up in an emotional or moral quagmire.

Solid responses, David.

Yeah, we knew getting out of Afghanistan was going to be a shit show when we went in. If you didn't know that, then you have to either be a child that wasn't aware back then, or not born yet at all.

@lottielane2486

20 күн бұрын

Maybe we should have kept a ,skeleton, staff in there. It's been a disaster since the Taliban took power back. A waste of 20 years, and thousands of lives ?

@JohnSmith-yd5wq

20 күн бұрын

Especially when the Afghanistan govt fell within days

David the Pak-Attack-Man, one of the best conveyors of complex social and political issues ever. It's impressive.

This has been an interesting and informative discussion. Eli asked a lot of pertinent questions and David, you gave clear, sensible, measured and thoughtful answers.

What an incredibly thoughtful and intelligent interview. I wish all political conversations and interviews could be carried out in such a respectful, calm and articulate manner. If this were the type of interview the majority of people were exposed to, our country and its fragile democracy would be in far better shape! Thank you David for your thoughtful critical thinking!

Remember he told people that Kamala Harris can’t be VP because her parents weren’t born in America? lol.

Why is there zero info here on who tf this dude is?

I must say as a straight white male patriot murican. David is a freaking stud! Look at this guy, and listen to him. My man has been doing some push-ups to fill out that shirt.

Think you did a fine job fielding questions sensibly and thoughtfully, including recognizing a wandering question, and dissecting multiple items thrown at the wall.

David, impressive!! I have been watching you for a few weeks now and I really like your preparation and your logical approach. I’m not sure who this guy is but this interview is superb. Logical thoughtful, respectful dispassionately we need more stuff like this. SK.

This was a great interview, David. You seemed completely prepared to me.

Good job.

Eki kept saying Trump won the first time he ran for president. Trump has actually run four times, in 2000, 2016, 2020, and 2024.

@user-en9xe5yr4d

19 күн бұрын

He never ran in 2000 ! He was just pretending too

@stratman1192

18 күн бұрын

@@user-en9xe5yr4d My mistake. I guess I must have a vivid imagination.

That was a good interview. David, I have you in high esteem and you still went above my expectations here. Good job.

Great job David Pakman. Nothing less than what you always give.

“Elderly” has traditionally been used to refer to people over the age of 65. Trump and President Biden are BOTH technically “prehistoric”.

@cindyneff6499

19 күн бұрын

That's only for men. For women a pregnancy at 35 is considered geriatric.

That was a great interview. You always seem ready for what’s coming your way. 😊

Wow! I really enjoyed this interview. Good stuff!

Agreed David!

Eli, this was not Trump's first time. He ran officially once before in 2000 any toyed with it a couple times as well.

Eli says we need de-radicalization in Gaza. I guess he hasn't seen the hateful shit that passes for education in Israel.

I can’t help but genuinely wonder what @elihassell thought when he went and watched the “Alternative Facts” video. This is an excellent conversation from both participants.

Great interview.

Great points; clear and concise delivery. Well done, David.

David you killed it. You’re a great communicator!

Great interview David. Very much looking forward to your new book! We're living in strange and dangerous times, unfortunately.

David sir, I love how level headed and knowledgeable you are !

Weird that you all have no audio. I can hear it. 🤔

@supermarble94

20 күн бұрын

It's a KZread bug when you load the video at a very specific time during audio processing. Always refresh before commenting if you run into this.

@Nairolf0007

20 күн бұрын

what

@suzbone

20 күн бұрын

​@@Nairolf0007🤣 🤣 🤣

20:00 - 20:28 Now also consider the ability to deploy nuclear warheads, and all the responsibility and ACCOUNTABILITY that follows.

I knew about the infrastructure soon after it passed bc the roads here in the Twin Cities all of a sudden started getting torn up and upgraded! The work is still going on and it is AMAZING!

15:06 wasn't the first time he ran

David, you and everyone keep overlooking Citizen's United. Billions are going into Republican campaigns.

I actually really appreciated this interview. Thoughtful concise questions answered with honest informative answers 10 out of 10 David

2016 WAS NOT Trumplethinskin’s first candidacy. He had run unsuccessfully in years past. He officially ran in 2000, 2016, and 2020, and unofficially campaigned in 2012. He mulled over a run in 2004, but chickened out.

Excellent conversation-like interview 🍻

Very good, informative interview from both sides.

"David Pakman" is by far Sacha Baron Cohen's most elaborate and convincing character.

Leaving Afghanistan was one of Biden's best decisions.