In this episode of The Common Good, host Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse dive into a difficult but necessary conversation: the profound internal brokenness of Donald Trump and how that personal fracture is manifesting as a national crisis. For years, we have analyzed the policies, the tweets, and the political maneuvers. But today, we look deeper. We explore the idea that the chaos we see in our streets, our courtrooms, and our communities is a direct reflection of a leader whose own character is defined by a lack of empathy, a disregard for truth, and an insatiable need for self-preservation. When a leader is unable to model wholeness, the nation they lead begins to splinter. Inside the Conversation: • The Anatomy of Brokenness: Why Donald Trump’s personal character isn't just a "private matter," but a public health hazard for our democracy. • Mirroring the Chaos: How a presidency built on grievance and division trains a citizenry to treat one another with the same hostility. • The Moral Reckoning: Why people of faith and conscience must move beyond "lesser of two evils" thinking to demand leaders who are fundamentally whole. • Pathways to Healing: If the nation is breaking because the leadership is broken, how do we begin the work of repair from the ground up? The "Common Good" isn't just a political goal; it’s a spiritual and social necessity. Join Doug and Robb as they unpack why America’s recovery depends on moving past the era of the broken man and toward a future of shared integrity.

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Doug Pagitt was a guest on Runaway Nation, hosted by Alex Wagner.

They talked about Trump and faith voters.

Corruption vs. The Common Good The tide is turning. This week, Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse dive into why more Americans are walking away from the Trump administration’s "loyalty over law" culture. It’s not just politics—it’s a moral reckoning. Why the shift? • The "Easter Miracle" Narrative: Calling aggressive military moves "divine acts" is backfiring with voters of faith. • Pay-to-Play Politics: From the DOJ to global trade, the line between public service and personal profit has vanished. • The Resistance Surge: State leaders and former allies are finally saying "enough" to federal overreach. Listen now and join the movement to put the Common Good over corruption.

So this is how it ends for Trump. Robb Ryerse and Doug Pagitt talked about it all.

Trump's Worst Week - Iran, No Kings, Pastor Wanted Talarico Crucified

Missiles flying. Markets shaking. Corruption rising. Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse connect the dots on Trump’s Iran war, the economy, and the cost of it all.