America's Fractured Politics
This is a podcast for listeners who are passionate about politics, policy and the future of our nation. It is different-it not only describes the problems we face but offers real solutions.
I'm an attorney, a longtime Democratic activist and Capitol Hill staffer. I'm passionate about politics myself, and I hope you'll join me on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
America's Fractured Politics
Latest Episodes
J.D. Vance: A Dangerous Poseur
J.D. Vance is not a conventional politician. He is a product, manufactured by a coterie of dangerous oligarchs. He is more subtle than Trump, and therefore potentially more dangerous. Listen as we discuss his rise, his aberrant behavior and wha...
History as a Mirror: American Racism from Reconstruction to Today
American racism and exclusionism dates back to the beginning of the republic. This episode draws a through line from those early days until today. The parallels are more than striking. They draw a picture of a vast number of Americans who view ...
The Breaking Point: American Democracy in the Trump 2.0 Era
Trump 2.0 was built on the failures of the first go-round. Hear how Project 2025 was implemented and what we can do about it.
How We Box Him In: The Trump Containment Playbook
Getting Donald Trump out of office is and has been close to impossible. Barring the unforeseen, the best way to manage the next three years is to contain him. This episode discusses not just the conventional means, but more resolute measures we...
Seven Months Toward Saving Democracy
This is a message to all of those who despair at what to do as Donald Trump rides roughshod over our civil liberties. There is much we can and must do between now and November, and beyond. Listen as we discuss empowering steps we all can take-n...
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