Two writers discuss their different upbringings - one with left-wing political parents and the other with more traditional parents.
Trump's endorsement didn't work out in favor of most of the candidates, causing a big blow for him in the midterms.
Navigating the current political climate can be difficult when trying to express a nuanced viewpoint as people often view it as a target or attacker. It is also possible for the majority of people to shift the acceptable speech or the Overton window, making it harder for opposing views to be heard.
The Iowa caucuses are an important event in the US presidential election as it is the first state in the nominating process where voters' say over the party's nominee is given more weight than the party bosses. It has been proven to be a kingmaker in the past and is a platform for viable candidates to showcase their potential.
The speaker discusses a man with a business background who knew several GMAT guys and predicted a person named Eric running for president.
In order for the Republicans to win elections, they need to nominate the most electable candidate and capture the moderate middle. Winning the presidency with only 45% of the vote is impossible.
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.
Participatory budgeting and more complicated systems of voting can be used to give people more reflection of their choices than simply picking one candidate in elections.
The speaker is jokingly discussing Joe Biden's long career in politics and the state he was senator of, while also commenting on the Democratic primaries.
Learn about the historical use of animal candidates in elections from Roman times to present day.
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.
Solomon Peña paid people to open fire on the homes of Democrats after refusing to accept his overwhelming defeat in the state legislature election.
In this episode, we discuss the origins and influences of the Tea Party and the John Birch Society, two movements that have had a significant impact on American politics. We'll also explore the role of these groups in shaping contemporary conservative ideology.
The podcast discusses how certain government deals, such as the quad between India, Japan, Australia, and the US, and other political events are not always widely announced but have underlying motivations that are important to recognize. Wounded pride and territorial disputes can also play a role in these situations.
The speaker shares his thoughts on why he believes being politically incorrect is an advantage when running for office. He also reveals his experience with academic review boards and his commitment to toughness.
The speaker expresses frustration with the idea that some Democratic candidates assume automatic support from black voters, rather than presenting detailed plans and earning their vote.
The speaker reflects on the significance of meeting the President of the United States, and mentions seeing an exclusive interview with the Tapper.
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.
Minnie's PAC plans to educate and outreach Black people in Blading County to inform them about who the candidates are and who might have their best interests at heart, as they prepare for another vote for Trump in Dan Bishop, which is not good for Black people, according to her.
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.
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.
A man makes critical comments about a person involved in high level politics attempting to derail his hiring despite him being 15 years older and having worked in a public access porn set.
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 speaker discusses the fallacies surrounding the Russian hoax, citing it to be a scheme concocted by Hillary Clinton. He also mentions the lies in the recent pipeline situation that were exposed by Peter Doocy.
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 speaker discusses how the possibility of a "deep state" controlling the president is exposed by the choice of an incompetent running mate who assures the protection of the president in case of any issue. The speaker also shares their skepticism towards the possibility of deepfakes being used in politics.
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.
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.
American political campaigns spend $1 billion, which is the same amount the country spends yearly on chewing gum. This is an excerpt from a discussion on fact-checking by Freakonomics Radio.
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.
Comedian Louis C.K. receives an unexpected tribute from Senator John McCain during a visit to the White House, leading to a political conversation with Donald Trump and a phone call from Mike Huckabee.
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.
