Best First Woman On Supreme Court Podcasts (2024)

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Texas Pastor Fined for Campaigning with Church Cash 18:28

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Texas pastor fined after illegally using church donations to boost his city council campaign Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on JULY 11, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/texas-pastor-fined-after-illegally In an unprecedented move, a Texas pastor and two churches have been fined by the Texas Ethics Commission for violating state election la…

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School Invasiveness Over Parental Rights? Drug Testing Kids 22:57

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Floresville ISD debates random drug testing for middle, high school extracurriculars San Antonio Express News, By Melissa Manno, on June 24, 2024 https://www.expressnews.com/news/education/article/floresville-isd-considers-random-drug-testing-19508797.php?sid=6628c885020c5168ed00c05 The debate over implementing random drug testing for approximately…

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Ryan Fucking Walters (Need I say more?) 21:32

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Oklahoma orders schools to teach the Bible 'immediately' BBC News, By Bernd Debusmann Jr, on June 29, 2024 https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjk35vv2ryjo In this segment discussing Oklahoma's recent educational policy changes, the focus is on Ryan Walters, the school superintendent, who has mandated integrating Bible studies into the state's classr…

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Understanding Project 2025 and how it could shape a second Trump presidency 43:51

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The Republican National Convention convention wrapped up last night with a speech from Donald Trump that lasted more than 90 minutes. It capped a week that was heavy on rhetoric, short on specifics. Enter Project 2025. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s a document created by the conservative Heritage Foundation that lays out a vision for the next Rep…

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Hindus Want to Get in on The Religious Action in Louisiana 22:02

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Religious leader wants to display Indian scriptures in Louisiana public classrooms WGNO ABC, By Keymonte Avery, on June 24, 2024 https://wgno.com/news/politics/louisiana-politics/religious-leader-wants-to-display-indian-scriptures-in-louisiana-public-classrooms/ Indians seek display of Gita verses along with Ten Commandments in Louisiana schools - …

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The Baptism of the Pledge of Allegiance 22:43

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Civil religion as a gateway to Christian nationalism Religion News Service, By Beau Underwood and Brian Kaylor, on June 25, 2024 https://religionnews.com/2024/06/25/civil-religion-as-a-gateway-to-christian-nationalism/ The discussion begins by questioning the significance of Christianity in American life. Historically, politics and Christianity wer…

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Nonprofit Network Enriches Fundraisers, Skimps on Causes 19:03

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How a Network of Nonprofits Enriches Fundraisers While Spending Almost Nothing on Its Stated Causes ProPublica, By Ellis Simani, on June 18, 2024 https://www.propublica.org/article/political-nonprofits-fundraising-ftc-irs-527s-pacs A network of connected political nonprofits, such as the American Breast Cancer Coalition and National Coalition for D…

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Robert Morris Warns Accuser Over Compensation 16:37

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Robert Morris warned sex abuse accuser she could be prosecuted for seeking compensation, emails show NBC News, By Mike Hixenbaugh, on June 21,2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/robert-morris-gateway-church-sex-abuse-emails-rcna158349 In a recent episode of unsettling church misconduct, Robert Morris, a prominent church leader, has been accus…

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The nation's first Black female billionaire on resilience, creativity, and following her passions 1:02:54

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Sheila Johnson is known as the nation’s first black female billionaire. She first rose to prominence as the co-founder of Black Entertainment Television, or BET. Since then, she has become a widely recognized business leader, a hotel mogul, and the co-owner of three professional sports teams. But, Johnson says, her triumphs masked deep trauma and p…

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Colonialism 2024: Expelled for Apache Ceremony 19:24

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They took part in Apache ceremonies. Their schools expelled them for satanic activities The Guardian, By Nicolle Okoren, on June 24, 2024 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2024/jun/24/apache-students-school-reservation The podcast episode delves into the persistent and evolving issues surrounding the treatment of Indigenous people …

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The Future of Urban America 40:37

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Empty office buildings. Workforce changes allow for more remote work. American downtowns are struggling. The pandemic-led changes in where and how we work and live have weakened and withered many urban cores. The office vacancy rate in Houston is some 26 percent; in Phoenix it is above 20 percent. This shift means fewer workers, fewer businesses to…

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Supreme Court Upholds Domestic Violence Gun Law 20:14

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The Supreme Court upholds a gun control law intended to protect domestic violence victims AP NEWS, By Mark Sherman, on June 21, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-guns-domestic-violence-d63ee828e51911cc5e5a01780820f224 In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court upheld a federal gun control law designed to protect victims of domestic viole…

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Lonely in a Crowd: The Social Paradox 20:10

7d ago20:10

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19% of U.S. adults report frequently or always feeling lonely, new Yahoo/YouGov poll finds. Here's why — and which age group is affected most. Yahoo Life, By Erica L. Green, on May 20, 2024 https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/19-of-us-adults-report-frequently-or-always-feeling-lonely-new-yahooyougov-poll-finds-heres-why--and-which-age-group-is-affected…

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Alito Unplugged: True Colors Revealed 20:24

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Justice Alito Caught on Tape Discussing How Battle for America ‘Can’t Be Compromised’ Rolling Stone, By Tessa Stuart and Tim Dickinson , on June 10, 2024 https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/samuel-alito-supreme-court-justice-recording-tape-battle-1235036470/ The recent Rolling Stone article featuring a recording of Supreme Court…

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A retired federal judge on his life on the bench and the current Supreme Court 45:14

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Judge David Tatel sat on the bench of the powerful D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals for nearly three decades. Appointed by Bill Clinton, he became a prominent, liberal-leaning voice in the judiciary, widely considered a top candidate for the Supreme Court had Al Gore won the 2000 election. Tatel was known as a brilliant legal mind, whose opinions help…

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Family Values or Hypocrisy? IVF Bill Fallout 19:40

10d ago19:40

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Senate GOP blocks bill to guarantee access to IVF nationwide CNN Politics, By Clare Foran and Ted Barrett, on June 13, 2024 https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/13/politics/senate-ivf-bill-vote/index.html The recent Senate vote blocking a bill to secure nationwide access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) has sparked a heated debate, exposing deep political an…

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"A More or Less Perfect Union" with Judge Douglas Ginsburg 57:08

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We are excited to revisit this fascinating discussion with Judge Douglas Ginsburg as he delves into past, present, and future struggles for liberty through the lens of the US Constitution - just in time for the 4th of July and the celebration of our Country’s independence. Judge Ginsburg is the author of Voices of Our Republic, the companion to the…

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Moses in the Classroom? Louisiana vs Constitution 18:56

12d ago18:56

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New law requires all Louisiana public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments AP News, By Sara Cline, on June 19, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-ten-commandments-displayed-classrooms-571a2447906f7bbd5a166d53db005a62 In a foolish move that has reignited the perennial debate between church and state, Louisiana has mandated that t…

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The Tale of Poland's EU-Protected Croissant: A Flaky Legend 21:42

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The story behind Poland's EU-protected croissant RTE, By Charlotte Ryan, on June 11, 2024 https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2024/0611/1454133-the-story-behind-polands-eu-protected-croissant/ In a picturesque recounting of St. Martin's Croissant, the narrative unfolds in Pnan, Poland, a city not merely dubbed "Potato Land" but also celebrated for …

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Texas Church Boots Blind Woman Over Service Dog 21:17

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A blind woman was kicked out of a Texas church for bringing a service dog with her The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on June 10, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/a-blind-woman-was-kicked-out-of-a In a recent incident in Texas, a Christian church's decision to deny entry to a blind woman accompanied by her service dog has sparked controve…

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The first Trump-Biden debate of 2024: "They both lost" 30:20

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Last night President Biden and former president Donald Trump took to the debate stage. Hosted by CNN, the conversation focused more on personal attacks than policy. Throughout the night, Trump rattled off strings of lies that largely went unchecked. Biden, meanwhile, sounded meandering and unsteady, raising questions about his fitness as a candidat…

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John Locke: The 17th Century Philosopher who Shaped American Thought 58:21

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The Sandra Day O’Connor Institute for American Democracy presents a conversation with author and historian Claire Rydell Arcenas and Liam Julian, director of Public Policy at the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute. In her book America's Philosopher: John Locke in American Intellectual Life, Rydell Arcenas seeks to better understand and illuminate the cr…

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Bible-Based Curriculum Ignites Texas Classroom Clash 21:26

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Bible-Infused Curriculum Sparks Texas-Sized Controversy Over Christianity in the Classroom The 74, By Linda Jacobson , on June 7, 2024 https://www.the74million.org/article/bible-infused-curriculum-sparks-texas-sized-controversy-over-christianity-in-the-classroom/ In a controversial move, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath has introduced a new…

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Baptists Contemplate Women Pastor Ban: Second Thoughts Brewing? 22:41

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Southern Baptists are poised to ban churches with women pastors. Some are urging them to reconsider AP News, By Peter Smith, on June 6, 2024 https://apnews.com/article/religion-southern-baptists-women-pastors-saddleback-3b40fd925377a9e3aa2ecb4a4072a4a6 The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) has stirred controversy by reinforcing its ban on women ser…

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OK Opens Public School Doors to Satan! 20:59

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If Oklahoma allows Bible class 'released time,' Satanists are eager to pounce The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on June 6th, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/if-oklahoma-allows-bible-class-released In the latest episode of "The Non-Prophets," the discussion focuses on the implications of Oklahoma House Bill 1425. This bill mandates publi…

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Superintendent Refuses Banned Book from Student 20:35

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Idaho Graduate Gives Superintendent Copy of 'The Handmaid's Tale' After Book Censorship People, By Carly Tagen-Dye, on May 31, 2024 https://people.com/idaho-graduate-gives-superintendent-copy-of-the-handmaid-s-tale-after-book-censorship-8656592 In Idaho's West Ada School District, a recent high school graduate sparked significant controversy by ope…

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How Barbara Walters changed the news media for women -- and everyone else 29:58

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Once upon a time television news was dominated by men like Walter Cronkite, Chet Huntley and David Brinkley. Some might call it an old boys club. Today, the sight of a woman in the anchor’s chair is commonplace. For this, we can thank Barbara Walters. In 1976 she became the first female host of a network nightly news program – and it did not go wel…

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Forget Taking the Wheel, Bring on the Rapture! 21:02

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Mark Driscoll Is Praying For Rapture Before Election Day Patheos, By Shawn Paul Wood, on June 5, 2024 https://www.patheos.com/blogs/closetohome/2024/06/mark-driscoll-is-praying-for-rapture-before-election-day/ In a provocative move, Pastor Mark Driscoll of Trinity Church in Scottsdale, Arizona, has resorted to a dramatic plea: praying for Armageddo…

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SBC Falls Short: Protecting Kids Fail 20:05

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How many churches use background checks? Baptist Standard, By Bob Smietana, on May 20, 2024 https://www.baptiststandard.com/news/faith-culture/how-many-churches-use-background-checks/ SBC abuse reform task force ends its work with no names on database and no long-term planReligion News Service, By Bob Smietana, on June 4, 2024 https://religionnews.…

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Bishop Blesses Trans Man Serving as Church 'Hermit' 22:16

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Catholic bishop blesses newly out trans man who serves as a church “hermit” LGBTQ Nation, By John Russell , on May 26, 2024 https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/05/catholic-bishop-blesses-newly-out-trans-man-who-serves-as-a-church-hermit/ In this segment we delve into the paradoxical plight faced by individuals straddling their LGBTQ identity and their…

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Catholic Bishop Finds Ally in Bill Maher 22:43

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Opinion: I’m a Catholic bishop who has found an ally in Bill Maher CNN, By Bishop Robert Barron, on May 28, 2024 https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/28/opinions/catholic-bishop-found-an-ally-in-bill-maher-barron/index.html In this segment, the hosts delve into an op-ed discussing the intriguing shift in comedian Bill Maher's comedic focus over the years. I…

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The push to remove "forever chemicals" from America's drinking water 33:17

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Almost half the tap water in the United States contains PFAS, also called forever chemicals. This class of compounds never fully break down in nature and have been linked to serious health problems. In April the Environmental Protection Agency required the removal of PFAS from drinking water. Now industry is pushing back. This week a group of chemi…

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Florida Teachers Indoctrinated with Christian Nationalism 18:20

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Florida civics teachers are still being indoctrinated with Christian Nationalism Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on MAY 29, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/florida-civics-teachers-are-still?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=oa4eg&triedRedirect=true Governor DeSantis' program is part of a broader effort to reshape the educational lands…

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Texas Gov: Millions & Anti-LGBTQ+ Rhetoric to Defund Schools 23:46

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Texas’ governor is spending millions & using anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric to defund public education LGBTQ Nation, By Daniel Villarreal , on May 24, 2024 https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2024/05/texas-governor-is-spending-millions-using-anti-lgbtq-rhetoric-to-defund-public-education/ In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott is promoting a school voucher program to redire…

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Desantis has Beef with Lab Meat 19:18

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Florida lab-grown meat ban: DeSantis says it protects beef industry USA Today, By Ana Goñi-Lessan, Dan Rorabaugh and Mike Snider, on May 5, 2024 https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/05/05/florida-lab-grown-meat-ban/73569976007/ Today's spotlight falls on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a figure who seems to have a knack for stirring up co…

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Harrison Butker Shanks his Commencement Speech 20:07

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Harrison Butker speech: The biggest mistake he made in his controversial commencement comments CNN, By AJ Willingham, on May 17, 2024 https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/16/sport/harrison-butker-commencement-speech-analysis-cec/index.html In this episode we confront the unsettling reality of misogyny through the lens of one individual: Harrison Butker. Ami…

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How Trump's guilty verdict shifted the race for president (if not the minds of the voters) 35:30

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After a New York jury found former President Donald Trump guilty of 34 felonies last week, the reactions were swift and vehement. The former president’s calls for vengeance have become louder. GOP attacks on the justice system have become nearly universal, backed by specific threats and proposals. And Democrats seem to be struggling to find a way t…

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Lawmaker Wants to Teach Myths in Science Class 21:27

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MN lawmaker: Public schools engage in 'censorship' by not teaching Creationism The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on May 07, 2024 https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/mn-lawmaker-public-schools-engage In this episode the hosts discuss a heated debate over an education bill in Minnesota, introduced by Republican State Senator Glenn Grunhagen. The b…

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Talking Revolution, with Nathan Perl-Rosenthal 49:17

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There is broad scholarly agreement that our current political world owes much to what Thomas Paine was the first to call the "age of revolutions"—that is, the several late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century decades during which revolutions rocked the globe. But what gave rise to the age of revolutions? Why, suddenly, were era-spanning monarch…

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First Books, Now Art: GOP's New School Ban 19:07

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A GOP school board member tried to ban a student's art for being 'offensive' to Christians The Advocate Mag, By Ryan Adamczeski, on May 9, 2024 https://www.advocate.com/news/virginia-augusta-school-board-gay-art The panel delved into the story of Abby Driscoll, a queer student at Fort Defiance High School in Virginia, whose artwork sparked signific…

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Assisted Dying: What does it mean and what is the Law? 22:44

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What do assisted dying, assisted suicide and euthanasia mean and what is the law? BBC.com, By BBC News, on March 24, 2024 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-47158287 Assisted dying, a deeply sensitive and contentious topic, has been gaining attention as several regions in the UK consider legal changes that would allow terminally ill individuals to end the…

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TX Superintendent Resigns after Trans Student Removal 22:22

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Texas superintendent resigns after trans student’s removal from ‘Oklahoma!’ NBC News, By Jo Yurcaba, on May 2, 2024 https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/texas-superintendent-resigns-trans-students-removal-oklahoma-rcna150479 In a significant turn of events at the Sherman Independent School District in Texas, Superintendent Tyson Bennett resigne…

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'The Spirit of America' vs. 'America First': Revisiting FDR's war of words with Charles Lindbergh 39:58

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In 1939 fascism was on the march around the world and America found itself at a crossroads. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt believed Hitler and the Nazis posed an existential threat to democracy. But the American public, still reeling from the Great Depression, remained wary of getting involved. Fascist sympathizers and powerful right-wing medi…

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