The Bulwark Podcast

Mark Hertling and Ruben Gallego: A Rush to War

March 3, 2026·1h 10m·6-min readinterviewpolitics
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The podcast examines the chaotic U.S. military response to the Iran conflict, highlighting poor planning, mixed messaging, and lack of strategic clarity, while also exploring the human cost of war through personal reflections from military veterans and the political fallout for Democrats.

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Guest

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Mark Hertling

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Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.

People

Mark HertlingTim MillerRuben GallegoCarol LeonnigGraham Platner

Books

If I Don't Return, A Father's Wartime Journalby Mark Hertling

Topics

Criminal Justice ReformForeign PolicyGeopoliticsInvestigative JournalismMilitary HistoryUs Politics

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