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Refreshing Optimism
The participation of talented young people is a critical element in a functioning democracy. On this episode, Rick sits down with Gevin Reynolds, a rising figure in Democratic politics with experience in the Biden White House. They dive into the 2024 campaign landscape, focusing on Biden's presidency and the strategic positioning of the Democratic party. Reynolds shares insights on the administration's handling of crises like COVID-19, economic challenges, and racial justice issues. The discussion also touches on Vice President Harris's role and public perception, the impact of recent State of the Union addresses, and the evolving political dynamics among young and minority voters.
Joe Biden2024 Presidential ElectionKamala Harris
April 8, 2024
"The Must Read Of The Decade" - Exposing Trump's 2025 Takeover Blueprint
Joe and Alex discuss a bombshell New York Times piece from our friend Tom Edsall on just how deep the Trump dark money apparatus goes -- over 100 groups, $2 billion in funding... and very little of it out in the open. Why Project 2025 is a blueprint for turning America into a pro-Trump authoritarian state. What are we supposed to do about it? Then, Joe and Alex explain why right-wing pollsters have the media trapped in a false polling narrative -- why is the mainstream media so obsessed with pro-Trump polling?
The threat of Donald TrumpThreats to Democracy2024 Presidential Election
April 5, 2024
Fox News: Squatter Caravans, Chaos at the RNC and How to Blame Buttigieg for a Bridge Collapse in Baltimore
Fox desperately tried to blame Biden or Pete Buttigieg for the bridge collapse in Baltimore. As soon as they couldn't find a political angle for the story they dropped it. Greg Gutfeld got jealous of Stephen Colbert. Judge Jeanine couldn't tell the difference between a civil and criminal bond. Juliet covers this & all of the other silly stories of FOX news.
Fox NewsJoe BidenBaltimore
April 4, 2024
The Ronna McDaniel Story
Teri Kanefield; "History doesn’t repeat, it rhymes. In our current media disruption, as in the late nineteenth century, sensationalism is emphasized over facts."
Right Wing mediaDonald Trump
April 4, 2024
Trump Is The Ugliest Thing Any Of Us Has Ever Seen
Simon Rosenberg dives into the latest 2024 election polls showing Biden's lead, updates on the GOP primary voting, internal GOP opposition to Trump, the Maryland Senate race, and fundraising efforts for Democratic candidates.
2024 Presidential ElectionJoe BidenRepublican Party
April 4, 2024
Welcome To Ground Zero
Abortion and weed are on the ballot in Florida. Rick Wilson takes a look at how the FL GOP stumbled their way to placing themselves at ground zero in November.
FloridaDobbs DecisionRon DeSantis
April 4, 2024
Chronicle of Recklessness: Donald J. Trump and the Jeopardization of U.S. National Security
Brian Daitzman writes, "Trump is infamous for his spontaneous outbursts of sensitive information. His reckless disclosure of classified intelligence to Russian officials in 2017 starkly highlighted his disregard for the protocols safeguarding national security secrets. This incident, among others, showcased a pattern of behavior that risked compromising the operational security of U.S. intelligence efforts and the lives of those involved."
The threat of Donald TrumpDonald Trump Threats to Democracy
April 4, 2024
The Common Theme of Public Corruption: You're The One Paying For It!
David Pepper writes, "Most have no clue their own dollars are playing such a big role in Ohio politics. Still, struggling Ohioans have been bankrolling the campaigns of powerful Ohio politicians for years."
OhioThreats to DemocracyDefending Democracy
April 4, 2024
Gevin Reynolds breaks down the truth of the "exodus of Black men from the Democratic party." *Hint: It ain't happening
Voting RightsJoe Biden2024 Presidential Election
April 3, 2024
The State Of The Race
From polls and pundits to dramatic headlines, sorting through the chaos of the presidential election is no easy task. To help parse madness, Rick had a conversation with Elaine Kamarck, political expert and senior fellow at the Brookings Institute. The two give their view of the current state of American politics and the presidential election.
2024 Presidential ElectionJoe BidenDonald Trump
April 3, 2024
Stuart Stevens: "Trumpism is more about race than any issue. I don't understand why the press doesn't call this out."
MAGA’s hold on the GOPDonald Trump
April 3, 2024
Rick Wilson On GOP In Florida: "Can we take all the poison pills at once?"
FloridaReproductive Freedoms
April 3, 2024
Joe Trippi On Recognizing The Contributions Of Immigrants To America
Baltimore
April 3, 2024
Strategy Session with special guest Gevin Reynolds
If you missed this show, do yourself a favor and catch up! Gevin Reynolds, writer, political commentator, Biden-Harris Admin alum, joined Rick, Stuart, and Joe for a conversation on the black vote in America, the racism at the core of Trump's popularity, the themes of rights and freedom that will inspire voters in November, and how Biden needs to do to show up and talk about his policies that are and will continue to advance progress for Americans of color - which is good for ALL Americans.
2024 Presidential ElectionJoe BidenFlorida
April 2, 2024
The "Lost Middle" With Scott Klug
Joe and Alex are joined by former Congressman Scott Klug, host of the "Lost in the Middle" podcast. Scott's exploring the stories of Americans who are "lost" in the polarization today -- how does he see the fever breaking? What are the solutions he's found from Americans' stories? And we can't let him go without a Wisconsin preview - how does Scott see the state playing out in 2024?
2024 Presidential ElectionDemocratic PartyRepublican Party
April 2, 2024
The Persuasive Power Of Optimism
"As the campaign develops, it will become increasingly clear that this is more than a choice between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. It is a choice between fear and optimism, between the past and the future. Bet on the future; it’s going to happen anyway," writes Stuart Stevens
2024 Presidential ElectionJoe BidenDonald Trump
April 1, 2024
You're Being Surveilled
Feel like someone's watching you? You're probably right. Rick Wilson and Byron Tau, author of "Means of Control" talk Big Tech's big data collection. Is there an alliance between tech companies and government agencies? Get ready - Rick and Byron discuss the birth of a new American surveillance state.
United States of AmericaElon MuskThreads
April 1, 2024
This Isn't Going To End Well For Trump And MAGA
More positive momentum for Joe Biden this week in battleground states - Joe and Alex get into the numbers that really matter. And why the Alabama special election victory this week is a sign of things to come for Democrats. Does Trump's wild week really matter long-term? Joe thinks it does. And why making fun of Trump is so effective beyond just clicks on social media. What happened with NBC and Ronna McDaniel? And yes, Democrats can win the Senate.
Donald Trump 2024 Presidential ElectionJoe Biden
March 29, 2024
The Case For Optimism: Rejecting Trump’s Poisonous Pessimism
Simon Rosenberg has been spreading his trademark "Hopium" for years and, again and again, he's been proven right to be hopeful. If you wonder about Simon's predictive chops, take the time to read his piece from 2017. You'll never wonder again.
2024 Presidential ElectionJoe Biden
March 28, 2024
The Kremlin's Savage Willful Blindness
How does Putin benefit from a horrific terrorist event in Russia? Brian Daitzman examines the aftermath of the Moscow concert hall attack, Putin's dismissiveness of U.S warnings, and his history of using tragedy for personal gain.
Vladimir PutinUkraine
March 28, 2024
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