House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy has put in place new rules in order to dodge extreme conservative defectors and also make sure that lawmakers are given at least 72 hours before a vote to scrutinize a bill.
The Republicans have protected the President and this might lead to impeaching Presidents based on HR issues. The conversation around Mayor Pete sparked a discussion about advancing our vision of future Presidents, leading us to an obscure President James Buchanan.
Marianne Williamson discusses how the political system prioritizes short-term profits over the safety and well-being of people and the planet, leading to millions of American children going to school in classrooms without basic supplies. She also talks about the importance of inner work for facing daily trauma and how to fail well.
The speaker discusses the intersection of politics, market-based systems, and computational representation, exploring the potential for a more streamlined legal process through computational representation and the challenges associated with picking a system in a market-based approach.
A discussion about the true nature of political power and how government should benefit society.
The tendency to demonize individuals in politics often leads to the rejection of all ideas associated with that person, contributing to a divisive discourse that reinforces party lines instead of promoting constructive dialogue.
In this podcast episode, the host discusses the recent recall election of California Governor Gavin Newsom with serial entrepreneur, Sax. They talk about the implications of the election, whether due process was followed, and how different politicians have handled similar situations in the past.
A TV presenter has rejected claims that they will stand as MP, and discussed their passion for using their platform to influence the private sector and promote social equality without feeling conflicted by politics.
The podcast discusses the potential Republican presidential candidates and their views on fiscal responsibility, while also highlighting the ongoing issue of child abduction in Syria, with reports showing that children are being taken without parental consent.
In politics, having a clear understanding of the role that ideas and beliefs play is crucial for effective leadership. David Cameron's pragmatic approach to politics without a consideration for values and beliefs left him ill-equipped to handle the deep divisions that Brexit and the rise of populism have highlighted.
The podcast discusses the comparison between politics and gang-banging in fancy clothes.
Learn how Congress members sneak in riders into bills and how it affects political campaign spending disclosure rules.
In politics, compromise can be a slippery term, as it can imply a lack of conviction or even moral standing on a particular issue. However, historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses the importance of distinguishing between compromising on morally indefensible issues versus finding common ground on divisive topics.
The speaker shares their perspective on the information discussed in Trump's tax returns, specifically focusing on the refund aspect and how he was able to take advantage of previous years to reduce his tax bill.
A look back to the 2010 election of Scott Walker as Governor of Wisconsin and how his zero-sum approach to politics set a blueprint that is being followed by many Republicans today.
The speaker talks about how his dad had an incredible memory for historical events, but lacked emotional memory, and how political beliefs often influence people's perspectives and opinions.
The conversation revolves around the stark divide between political leanings and how cultural resentments are built into that divide. The focus is primarily on economic issues, but these other factors invariably impact political outlooks.
The podcast discusses the current events in Afghanistan and the impact it could have, while acknowledging the limitations of their understanding coming from a place of privilege.
The history of race and politics in Bladen County, NC is complex, but recent contests suggest that voters are still largely polarized along racial lines, with accusations of cheating and strategic voter splitting still prevalent.
The former political advisor reflects on the positive qualities of the former president and first lady. Additionally, the discussion touches on the impact of corn-based ethanol on developing nations and the potential for biofuel from alternative sources.
The speaker understands why people would have mixed feelings about the release of a merchant of death for a basketball player, while also acknowledging being happy that an American is home. However, he suggests that the merchant of death should lay low and catch up on Hulu to avoid any potential trouble in the future.
The speaker criticizes politicians who worked at pizza parlors in the past and comments that everyone loves pizza. The discussion then shifts to a joke made by Mark Cuban about not giving politicians jobs at Dairy Queen, which caused offense to Dairy Queen employees.
The political vs governing conundrum exists in politicians today - should they do things that will guarantee their reelection or should they focus on doing hard things for the betterment of society, even if it means they are not popular? The media coverage of politics should focus more on the governing aspect too rather than just politics.
Listen in to Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Erin Mate as they bring you dissecting politics with exclusive interviews, commentary and humor.
This podcast discusses Colin Powell's approach to the Iraq War, including his willingness to go along with the war despite his reluctance and his ultimate efforts to preserve his reputation by distancing himself from its disastrous consequences.
In this podcast episode, the speaker admits to stealing votes and making a joke about it, highlighting an absurd situation. The speaker also discusses the irony of a lawsuit against them in Finland, where they are being held responsible for potential copyright infringements by Pirate Bay.
The topic of safety is a major concern in politics and often influences how people vote. Despite concerns about the governor of Florida, many people may still vote for the Republican candidate due to perceived safety concerns.
In this episode, Dan Bongino addresses the recent question raised about whether roads are instruments of racism and the hypocrisy of the left for accusing Trump of being a tyrant while turning a blind eye to the present descent into tyranny.
The speaker makes an unclear and vague political message that is difficult to understand and lacks coherence. The message involves a voting decision and a possible endorsement for a hair doctor.
The President reflects on terrorism and the Constitution's amendments, with a rambling speech that includes a strange reference to a discreet package at the listener's door.
Two people have a confusing conversation about democracy and sharing opinions, while also referencing a video of a barstool case race.
A discussion on how people tend to trust and relate with others who look like them, as well as how writers have tapped into this sentiment in current politics.
Polling shows some Democrats are considering voting for a Republican candidate in the 2024 election, as President Biden nears the expected launch of his re-election campaign.
Bill Maher urges Democrats to step outside of their media bubble and reach out to people who hold opposing political views, highlighting how more Democrats watch Fox News than MSNBC.
In this podcast episode, the host expresses their views on how proposing technical solutions to social and political problems is like expecting magical hate crime juice to solve them, and feels disappointed that these problems are only getting worse. There was an advertisement for celery juice in the transcript.
The conversation explores the relevance of local elections, dart throwing tricks, and the subreddit Never Tell Me The Odds, highlighting how we can't reduce politics only to presidential or party voting.
The podcast discusses how politicians can become out of touch as they age and how the current system gives lawyers control over judges. The younger generation is pushing for change and wants younger politicians to bring fresh perspectives to politics.
A former US President is making threats and appearing to try to pressure the district attorney to not take action, potentially summoning a mob if he does take action. This could make prosecutors wary of pursuing the case for political reasons.