FAQ: Dr. Barbara Taber's Perspective on Trump's Return and Political Landscape

Who is Dr. Barbara Taber and what is her show about?

Dr. Barbara Taber is a community activist and host of the show ‘Take It Or Leave It: Dr. Barbara Taber Speaks,’ which focuses on civic education through lessons about accountability, responsibility, character, and history rather than entertainment.

What is the main topic of Lesson 13 in Dr. Taber’s show?

Lesson 13, titled ‘He’s Baaaack!’, addresses Donald Trump’s controversial return to power as the 45th and 47th President, analyzing why this comeback differs from his first term and why it poses greater dangers.

Why does Dr. Taber believe Trump is more dangerous in his return?

She believes Trump has learned from his first term, is surrounding himself with people who won’t challenge him, and is operating in a more calculated manner, making him more dangerous than before.

What criticism does Dr. Taber have for Democrats regarding Trump’s return?

She criticizes Democrats for not doing enough, playing like it’s still 2008, relying too much on messaging and posturing rather than action, and failing to adapt their strategies to effectively counter Trump.

What specific actions does Dr. Taber suggest are needed to counter Trump?

She emphasizes the need to out-organize, out-educate, and out-work Trump rather than trying to ‘out-celebrity’ him, focusing on practical action over political posturing.

What recent political developments does the article mention regarding election integrity?

The article mentions that Governor Gavin Newsom has started punching back against Trump’s election tactics and that Republican Congressman Kevin Kiley of California is submitting a bill to ban mid-decade redistricting, which would prevent what Texas is doing to rig elections at Trump’s request.

When and where does this interview with Dr. Taber take place?

The interview takes place on a hot August afternoon in 2025 in Suffolk, Virginia, where Dr. Taber is preparing for her next show episode.

What is the purpose of Dr. Taber’s show according to her?

The purpose is civic education rather than infotainment—to wake people up, provide lessons about important civic matters, and encourage informed action, even if some listeners may not like what they hear.