Dana Bash
The Diplomat
People, composure and the difficult conversation held well.
Dana Bash is a seasoned political journalist known for her insightful coverage of American politics. This interview reveals her commitment to fostering dialogue and understanding in a polarized environment, showcasing her ability to navigate complex political landscapes.
“Yeah, he always said, you know, FDR was such a great president for so many reasons, but this was a big blind spot that he allowed to happen, keeping those quotas in place. You know, absolutely. He and my grandmother only got to this country because his brother was a chemist. father owned paint factories.”
“Chairman of the Intelligence Committee, also not running for reelection, he just won, which kind of takes the shackles, the political shackles off of anybody. And I think even his Democratic colleagues are surprised at how seriously he's taking this.”
“She knows her caucus, hundreds of people so well, I mean, and not just their kids' names, their grandkids' birthdays, their sign, their favorite color, you know, what they ate for breakfast, but kind of what makes them tick, and it's because of that that she can hold them and she can get things done.”
“My grandfather, her father was probably the smartest person I ever met, but mostly self-taught. He escaped the Nazis along with my grandmother. He was Austrian.”
The Axe Files with David Axelrod — Ep. 159 - Dana Bash
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