Chapter
Finding Common Ground Amongst Diverse Beliefs and Backgrounds
14:58 - 19:27 (04:29)
The current political climate requires finding common ground amongst diverse beliefs and backgrounds, rather than requiring 100% agreement, which is unlikely. By tying political positions to patriotism or religion, Republicans have been successful in uniting people across different races, classes, and educational backgrounds.
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The host discusses the ties between political beliefs and religion/patriotism and proposes systematic changes that most people can agree on such as term limits for Congress and the Supreme Court.
14:58 - 18:12 (03:14)
Politics
Summary
The host discusses the ties between political beliefs and religion/patriotism and proposes systematic changes that most people can agree on such as term limits for Congress and the Supreme Court.
ChapterFinding Common Ground Amongst Diverse Beliefs and Backgrounds
EpisodeThe Grass Roots, Part 2
PodcastThe Run-Up
To make democracy work, the majority should rule, and the system must be reformed.
18:12 - 19:27 (01:14)
Democracy
Summary
To make democracy work, the majority should rule, and the system must be reformed. We need to remove lobbying from Congress, make campaigns publicly funded, and eliminate special interests.