Why Trump’s Iran War Is Now More Unpopular Than Vietnam

The Hartmann Report episode explores the growing unpopularity of Donald Trump's escalating military actions, particularly his war on Iran, which is now deemed more unpopular than the Vietnam War according to recent polling. Host Tom Hartman, joined by veteran war correspondent Phil Itner from Kiev, debunks Trump's claims that Ukraine is losing the war, emphasizing Ukraine's resilience and strong European support. The episode also delves into systemic Democratic Party failures, citing Maine’s primary race where progressive oyster farmer Graham Plattner defeated establishment candidate Janet Mills, signaling a grassroots revolt against neoliberalism. Hartman argues that the Democratic Party's shift since the 1992 Clinton era—driven by Supreme Court rulings enabling billionaire influence—has alienated voters, and calls for a return to progressive populism. Additional segments cover voter suppression, the absurdity of deporting asylum seekers to Congo, the psychological toll of war, and innovative democratic reforms like sortition (random selection for government). The episode closes with a call to action for civic engagement and structural change.