Obama Speaks Out Against Companies That Aligned With Trump For Short-Term Gain

Barack Obama criticized law firms, universities, and businesses that have settled with Donald Trump’s administration, asserting, “We all possess the ability to take a stand.” He emphasized that these entities should resist being coerced into hiring practices dictated by Trump’s close advisor, Steve Miller.In an advance podcast transcript, Obama expressed understanding toward those wishing to avoid backlash but remarked, “We’re not at the stage where you need to embody Mandela’s resilience in a prison cell.” These comments, among the most pointed Obama has made about Trump since the 2020 campaign, were part of the final episode of Marc Maron’s "WTF" podcast.The discussion included America’s current condition, the future of Democrats, and Obama’s views on progressive absolutism. During the talk, he reflected on Trump's military actions in Chicago, labeling them a serious threat to democratic principles. Obama praised Texas state Rep. James Talarico, highlighting his impressive podcast appearance and the necessity of engaging in substantive dialogues.