May 18, 2026 · 1 hr 3 min · 17 segments
Back by popular demand, this week, Sean and Jay continue their rankings of America’s presidents. After harshly grading the antebellum presidents, our Stubborn Things hosts sprinkle in a few good…
Jay CostHost
Sean TrendeHost[dramatic music] Facts are stubborn things, and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.
The law will not bend to the uncertain wishes, imaginations, and wanton tempers of men.
The law no passion can disturb.
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[dramatic music] Facts are stubborn things, and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.
The law will not bend to the uncertain wishes, imaginations, and wanton tempers of men.
The law no passion can disturb.