Tom Barrett joins Earl Ingram for a riveting discussion on politics, democracy, and diplomacy. Barrett reflects on his political journey, from a congressman to the ambassador to Luxembourg, sharing insights on the pendulum swings of American politics. He criticizes Trump's foreign policy, arguing it isolates the U.S. and opens doors for China. Barrett emphasizes the importance of staying in the political game to influence change and shares anecdotes about his ambassadorial experiences. He also addresses the constant pressure of fundraising in politics and advocates for a return to Democratic roots that prioritize social welfare. The Earl Ingram Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Earl and the show!