Best Informed Spectator Podcasts (2024)

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Union Curious in the Mid-2020s 59:10

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Unions have achieved some historic victories recently. But though many workers are curious, there’s still reluctance to joining a union. As co-author of a new report called “Union Curious,” UC San Diego’s political economy professor John Ahlquist explains on this The post Union Curious in the Mid-2020s appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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After The Shooting of July 13, Is it Over? 57:31

3h ago57:31

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Today, more than ever, politics is theater. On today’s big stage we see Biden as an old weakened man, and then we have Trump with blood on his face, standing strong, defiant, fist in the air. On today’s show national The post After The Shooting of July 13, Is it Over? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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My THIRD Official Presidential Election Map Prediction | Midweek Special | Ep. 51 25:13

5h ago25:13

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After the recent attempt to take President Trump's life, the electoral map is shifting in the former president's favor. Does Biden still have a path to victory? Let's find out in this midweek special. Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmY2Vfl_XHZfgVXMP07wivVYECFH08ikX HEAD OVER TO THE WEBSITE! https…

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The Challenges of Being Muslim Today 59:35

1h ago59:35

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In 21st Century Western Culture, there’s a variety of impressions average white people get when you say the word Muslim. Most of them wrong. On this edition of Keeping Democracy Alive, Toronto author Saqib Qureshi brings some needed clarity to The post The Challenges of Being Muslim Today appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Donald Trump is Alive, But a Heroic Spectator is Dead | Ep. 50 11:53

3h ago11:53

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DONATE TO COREY COMPERATORE'S GOFUNDME HERE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-allyson-after-tragic-loss Donald Trump is alive and "fine" after an attempted assassination at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, but a heroic spectator and the murderer are both dead. What exactly happened, which details are we still waiting on, what do we know …

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How Liberation is Only Found In Community 56:30

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Today’s guest is Dr. Rachelle Winkle-Wagner, author of the new book The Chosen We. She’s a professor of Educational Leadership and Policy a U.Wisconsin-Madison. Over a period of ten years she interviewed 105 Black women from five selected cities about The post How Liberation is Only Found In Community appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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In Our Climate Threat, There Are Opportunities 59:10

4d ago59:10

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Many still think “We don’t have to deal with it now,” but a new report from the Union of Concern Scientists is titled “Looming Deadlines for Coastal Resilience” for a reason. As co-author Dr. Rachel Cleetus explains on this show, The post In Our Climate Threat, There Are Opportunities appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Who Will be the Democrat Nominee for President if Joe Biden Drops Out? Ep. 49 27:54

6d ago27:54

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Can Joe Biden hold on to the the pillars in front of the White House door kicking and screaming, or will the Democrat establishment force him out? And if the latter, who will Dr Jill... er, Joe's replacement be? Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmY2Vfl_XHZfgVXMP07wivVYECFH08ikX HEAD OVER TO THE WEB…

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US Africa Policy: “Willful Disregard of Reality” 1:00:01

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So much history of over-reliance on military solutions when governments don’t have the support of the people, yet we’re doing it again in Africa. Our guest who has major experience in the White House and Defense Department is Dr. Gordon The post US Africa Policy: “Willful Disregard of Reality” appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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On the French Election: First Far Right Regime Since WWII? 57:55

11d ago57:55

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In phase one of French elections, the far right of Marine LePen did very well, winning about a third of the total. The next and crucial vote is July 7. According to on-the-ground reporter, Oliver Haynes, President Macron is likely The post On the French Election: First Far Right Regime Since WWII? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Did Anyone Win the First (and Probably Only) Presidential Debate? Ep. 48 17:50

12d ago17:50

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Well, the first presidential debate was Thursday night, and the only real question is, did America or Biden get more embarrassed? Let's take an unbiased look at the highlights and see what/if this debate means anything for the country going forward In Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmY2Vfl_XHZfgV…

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Ministry of Risk is it’s Own Reward 58:55

14d ago58:55

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Many Americans say they are people of faith. But how many of us integrate our faith into our daily lives? Philip Berrigan was one of America’s most faith-driven people. Our guest is Brad Wolf, author of the new book on The post Ministry of Risk is it’s Own Reward appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Do We Really Want to Get Back to America’s Founding Ideals? 57:14

20d ago57:14

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This book actually changed my view of US History. The author says the Confederates and the January 6th assault are the inheritors of the original intent! He argues that the standard story is not the truth. The surprising reality of The post Do We Really Want to Get Back to America’s Founding Ideals? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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What the Heck is Going on VA-05 (Bob Good vs John McGuire)? Ep. 47 6:03

20d ago6:03

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A brief explanation and update as to how the 5th district race in Virginia is unfolding. Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmY2Vfl_XHZfgVXMP07wivVYECFH08ikX HEAD OVER TO THE WEBSITE! https://www.fightandrevive.com Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@FightandReviveShow?sub_confirmation=1 Follow on Fa…

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Dan Ellsberg Died One Year Ago. Long May He Live. 57:33

23d ago57:33

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What do we mean by the word “hero?” Is it not a person of extraordinary courage, putting the good of the country above his or her own safety? That’s Daniel Ellsberg, most famous for the Pentagon Papers which he released The post Dan Ellsberg Died One Year Ago. Long May He Live. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Juneteenth and the Persistent Economic Racial Divide 59:31

25d ago59:31

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Though it is finally a federal holiday, a lot of people still don’t really know about Juneteenth. It was the day in 1865 when formerly enslaved people learned of the Emancipation Proclamation. But what kind of freedom was it then The post Juneteenth and the Persistent Economic Racial Divide appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Heather Cox Richardson: Yes Democracy is Awakening 59:57

25d ago59:57

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In a democracy, we expect to have our own say over how we are governed. There’s a great grumbling throughout America because many don’t feel listened to. That’s the impetus behind today’s Trumpist populism. This populism is the voice of The post Heather Cox Richardson: Yes Democracy is Awakening appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Predicting EVERY 2024 US Senate Race State-by-State: Second Edition | Ep. 46 18:10

1M ago18:10

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The US Senate is a crucial, if often overlooked, aspect of the 2024 elections. 34 seats are up for grabs, and while the map initially looks strong for the GOP, can they capitalize in some crucial swing states and deep-red strongholds where one last Democrat hold-out remains? Today we walk through each race to try and find out. Election playlist: 20…

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Inspiration from Massachusetts: A New Wealth Tax Works 58:13

30d ago58:13

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Across the United States there is tremendous support for a taxing the wealthiest among us. So why doesn’t it happen? Well, in Massachusetts, it has. As Inequality.org’s Sam Pizzigati explains in this segment, there was powerful resistance to the new The post Inspiration from Massachusetts: A New Wealth Tax Works appeared first on Keeping Democracy …

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Why Virginia (and Other States) Should Become an Electoral Split-Vote State | Ep. 45 8:39

1M ago8:39

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(Sorry for the late upload)! Nebraska and Maine are the only two states in the USA who award their electoral votes based on the winner of the state and by congressional district. Today I explain that system of voting and why Virginia should become the 3rd state to implement it. Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.youtube.com/pl…

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It Wasn’t Just Politics; The Art of Jazz Integrated America 57:38

1M ago57:38

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In his new book The Jazzmen: How Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and Count Basie Transformed America, prolific author Larry Tye shares what he learned about the lives of the three men, now recognized as great Americans. The racism they faced The post It Wasn’t Just Politics; The Art of Jazz Integrated America appeared first on Keeping Democracy Al…

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Snap UK Elections: A Fight for Mediocrity

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Used to be Labour was left, Tories were conservative. Now it seems each party is trying to be just like the other. This right before PM Rishi Sunak shocked everyone by scheduling a new election for July fourth. And stirring The post Snap UK Elections: A Fight for Mediocrity appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Under Attack the World Over, What Is Liberalism?

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The final chapter in our guest’s new book, Liberalism as a Way of Life asks the question: Requiem for a Liberal Way of Life? Well, is it really over? Reached in Sydney Australia where he’s professor of politics and philosophy The post Under Attack the World Over, What Is Liberalism? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Deep Roots of American Illiberalism,Yes Illiberalism

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Many Americans were appalled at the violent January 6th assault on the capitol. The thought was: That’s not who we are. But in truth throughout our history, a great number of Americans have supported hierarchies and authoritarianism; freedoim for us The post The Deep Roots of American Illiberalism,Yes Illiberalism appeared first on Keeping Democrac…

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AntiChoice: In A Hole, Keeps Digging 55:54

2M ago55:54

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They wanted to stop abortions, instead there were more after the Dobbs decision than before. One the first segment, Mother Jones magazine writer Julianne McShane tells how women are maintaining their reproductive rights despite the attacks. And on the second The post AntiChoice: In A Hole, Keeps Digging appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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My Second OFFICIAL 2024 Presidential Election Map Prediction - Does Trump or Biden Win? Ep. 43 21:25

2M ago21:25

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The presidential race is shaping up to be one of the most hotly contested ever and perhaps one of the closest. Will Trump win in a landslide, or will Biden eke out a victory? Today we examine the race to 270 electoral votes and predict which candidate will come out on top on November 5th. Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.you…

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When the Supreme Court Was About Fairness to All 59:54

2M ago59:54

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By Burt Cohen

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Ranking the Greatest Southern Gospel Groups! Which Christian Music Group is the Best? Ep. 42 23:09

2M ago23:09

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Today we take a break from the usual political episodes and have a little fun. Let's rank the best southern gospel music groups (in my opinion) using a tier list ranker! Election playlist: 2024 Election Predictions https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmY2Vfl_XHZfgVXMP07wivVYECFH08ikX HEAD OVER TO THE WEBSITE! https://www.fightandrevive.com Subsc…

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Wisconsin Rural Voters: Challenge and Opportunity for Democrats 59:51

2M ago59:51

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Wisconsin is a key swing state in the upcoming election, with traditions of both real right and real left. On today’s show on-the-ground journalist Christina Lieffring tells us about realities in that 90% rural state. She says to win voters, The post Wisconsin Rural Voters: Challenge and Opportunity for Democrats appeared first on Keeping Democracy…

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Rugged Individualism And The Role of Luck 57:44

2M ago57:44

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America is an outlier: here it’s commonly accepted that if you succeed or fail you deserve it. We believe we make our own luck. And we blame ourselves for what’s really random bad luck. But that’s counterproductive, according to the The post Rugged Individualism And The Role of Luck appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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A 32 Hour Work Week: The Time is Now 58:13

2M ago58:13

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CEOs cry that shorter work weeks will bankrupt their companies. The reality is a 4 day work week around the world has already brought results that are “off the charts.” A shorter work week means more jobs. And people lose The post A 32 Hour Work Week: The Time is Now appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Miniforests as a Joyous Part of Class War 0:19

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The environmental movement is often derided as elitist. But as our guest Liza Featherstone of the New Republic and Jacobin magazines tells it, by planting wild miniforests there’s no such polarization. The ultra-rich may have their gated sanctuaries whereas miniforests The post Miniforests as a Joyous Part of Class War appeared first on Keeping Dem…

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Brandon Herrera vs. Tony Gonzales - The Showdown in TX-23 | Ep. 41 20:53

2M ago20:53

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We've already pointed out two of the most important congressional races this year on the show, VA-05 and CO-03. And today we shine the light on another extremely important race for conservative to come out on top in. In Texas's 23rd Congressional District, established Congressman Tony Gonzales is in a runoff against YouTuber and constitutional acti…

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Yes, I'm Defending Kristi Noem the Dog-Killer | Midweek Special | Ep. 40 17:25

3M ago17:25

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If you fell into a coma a month ago and woke up today, what would you think the leading headline would be? Something about foreign wars? Something about the election? Something about a rural red state governor putting down her dog 20 years ago? Well if you guess the latter, you would be correct. And in what will probably prove to be the most contro…

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The War on Protest Escalates 58:01

2M ago58:01

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Laws intended to fight mafia crime are being used to crush legitimate protest. We’ve all seen excessive police force on campuses, and many legislators are also doing their part to chill our treasured freedom of speech and assembly. In These The post The War on Protest Escalates appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Court Versus the Voters: Who’da Thunk it?! 59:54

2M ago59:54

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For many decades the Supreme Court was reliably on the side of voting rights. Incrementally, quite steadily, the justices have chipped away at our constitutional rights. On this show Professor Josh Douglas and I discuss his new book: The Court The post The Court Versus the Voters: Who’da Thunk it?! appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Earth for Humanity: A How-To 59:42

3M ago59:42

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Another Earth Day has come and gone, and how are we doing? The 19th and 20th century systems of control of the earth have failed; there’s a connection between famines, global warming and empire. Especially in the face of climate The post The Earth for Humanity: A How-To appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Yes, Biden Can WIn the Working Class 1:01:02

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Listening to working people’s concerns is key. Democrats have almost always won this constituency. That is until recently. Biden’s shift to the economic left is connecting and can yield electoral success. The New Republic’s Timothy Noah says tangible gains like The post Yes, Biden Can WIn the Working Class appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Engaging with Voters and Defeating RINOs; Interviewing Delegate Eric Zehr - Part 2 | Ep. 39 20:43

3M ago20:43

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Back in July of 2023, then-candidate for Virginia House of Delegates District 51 Eric Zehr came on the show to discuss his campaign. Now, he's been elected and has completed his first legislative session, and he's back on the show to, among other things, discuss how to engage with voters and win elections. This is part 2 of the interview. Follow De…

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The Power of What Appears to be Improvisation 59:52

3M ago59:52

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Democracy is itself largely improvisation. Pushing back against the powers that be; the mainstream. Our guest Randy Fertel, author of the new book Winging It; Improv’s Power and Peril in the Age of Trump, says rationality alone is not enough; The post The Power of What Appears to be Improvisation appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Should Biden Whistle Stop Campaign Across America? 58:28

3M ago58:28

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Truman was down and nearly out. Then he did a campaign whistle stop tour of America and beat the odds. TV eye candy is one thing but seeing a president in the flesh connects far better, and connection is needed The post Should Biden Whistle Stop Campaign Across America? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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LIMITING the Government from WITHIN the Government - Interviewing Delegate Eric Zehr | Ep. 38 22:15

3M ago22:15

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Back in July of 2023, then-candidate for Virginia House of Delegates District 51 Eric Zehr came on the show to discuss his campaign. Now, he's been elected and has completed his first legislative session, and he's back on the show to recap that for us and talk about his goals for Virginia and the country. This is part 1 of the interview. Follow Del…

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ALL SPEECHES from Bob Good's Freedom Fighters Tour (Lynchburg Stop) - Matt Gaetz, Mark Meadows, Eric Zehr, Patti Lyman, and More | Bonus Episode 53:51

3M ago53:51

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Fight and Revive bonus epsiode alert! Congressman Bob Good's (R-VA05) Freedom Fighters Tour has made its way across the 5th district. This video was taken at the Timberlake Tavern, capturing the entire speech of every single speaker, all of whom are listed in the time stamps below ⬇️. Subscribe for more exclusive speeches like these, as you learn a…

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Trumpism is a Movement; Movements Are How Democrats Have Won 58:59

3M ago58:59

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The Right gets it; where are Democrats? In his new book What it Took to Win, author and history professor Michael Kazin looks at the last hundred or so years and says it’s clear what has and still works. Whether The post Trumpism is a Movement; Movements Are How Democrats Have Won appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Nuclear Rebranding as “Green?” Mere Window Dressing. 58:43

3M ago58:43

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After decades in a coma, the nuclear industry is back. But the truth is nuclear power is not an acceptable stopgap measure, it’s a diversion from real, actually economic, safer solutions. On this show policy analyst Paul Gunter tells the The post Nuclear Rebranding as “Green?” Mere Window Dressing. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Conservatives MUST Win These TWO Congressional Races this Year! Ep. 36 22:23

3M ago22:23

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Amidst all the discussion of who will win the presidency, Senate, and House of Representatives this year there are two congressional races that are must-wins for Republican incumbents. Representative Bob Good (VA-05) and Representative Lauren Boebert (CO-3, running for CO-4). Today we wrap up Election Month on Fight and Revive and take a deep dive …

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WrestleMania 40 XL - Night Two - Predictions, Spoilers, Rumors, News, Matches, 2024 PPV 21:58

3M ago21:58

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Episode 3 is about WrestleMania XL / 40- Night Two - Predictions, Spoilers, Rumors, News, Matches, 2024 PPV WWE WrestleMania 40 predictions, Night 2 picks, card, 2024 matches. The massive event concludes on Sunday when Cody Rhodes challenges Roman Reigns in the main event. WrestleMania 40 Night 2 predictions: World Heavyweight Championship -- Seth …

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WrestleMania 40 XL - Night One - Predictions, Spoilers, Rumors, News, Matches, 2024 PPV 23:41

3M ago23:41

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The massive event kicks off on Saturday night in Philadelphia with tons of action and a main event with ramifications for Night 2 WrestleMania 40 Night 1 predictions Women's World Championship -- Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Becky Lynch Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship -- The Judgment Day (c) vs. #DIY vs. The Awesome Truth vs. The New Day vs. A-Town Dow…

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Wealth Supremacy is On Autopilot: That’s Not the Only Option 59:32

3M ago59:32

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In the current American version of capitalism, all of us are “thingified:” our only value being as digits on the way to corporate profits. This reflects a core bias in the system toward serving the very richest. But it doesn’t The post Wealth Supremacy is On Autopilot: That’s Not the Only Option appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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There’s No Conflict Between Commercialism and Idealism 57:24

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It’s basic to the very essence of America. On this show Constitutional Law Professor John O. McGinnis argues that commerce was the mother’s milk of the American Revolution and that the virtues of commerce and idealism need not conflict. Listen The post There’s No Conflict Between Commercialism and Idealism appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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