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2025-1-28 Matters of Democracy "He Is Who We Thought He Is"
Season 2025 Episode 128
chaos, vindictiveness, and a focus on short-term political gains over effective governance. Potential weaknesses and areas of vulnerability for the a…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-27 Matters of Democracy: day 7 of 1,460; IGs; Gaza; Trade War; Red Divisions
Season 2025 Episode 127
The first week of Trump's second term has been marked by bold, often controversial, actions. The administration is characterized by its disregard for…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-24 Matters of Democracy: day 4 of 1,460; Early Days of Trump v2.0
Season 2025 Episode 124
Executive Overreach & Legal Setbacks:
Cabinet Nomination Challenges & Internal Division:
Internal Conflicts & Discord:
Legislative Hurdles & Failure to …
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-23 Matters of Democracy: day 3 of 1,460; Dominance vs. Inability to Lead
Season 2025 Episode 123
Aggressive Border Enforcement & Immigration Policies:
Assertion of Dominance vs. Inability to Lead:
Attacks on Religious Leaders and Institutions:
Targe…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-20 Matters of Democracy: day 2 of 1,460;
Season 2025 Episode 122
The second day of the Trump administration reveals a pattern of rapid, often controversial, policy changes enacted through executive orders. The Trum…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-20 Matters of Democracy: day 1 of 1,460; the inauguration; pardons and DODGE
Season 2025 Episode 121
Day 1 of 1,460
Trump's Inaugural Address: A Disjointed and Familiar Message
central themes: "A Golden Age": Manifest Destiny: Badmouthing Biden: Self-C…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-20 Matters of Democracy: MLK Day; Inauguration; TikTok; Cabinet wealth
Season 2025 Episode 120
Immediate Executive Actions & Policy Immigration Focus:
Citizenship Challenge:
Possible Jan 6 Pardons:
DEI and Transgender Ban:
TikTok Controversy:
Cabi…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-17 Matters of Democracy: FL/OH Senate Elections; Media landscape; 2024 predictions
Season 2025 Episode 117
Political Reshuffling: The appointment of cabinet members is triggering a cascade of replacements and potential power struggles in key states like Fl…
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-16 Matters of Democracy: Rise of the Oligarchy; Rubio's appointment; Fox news lawsuits
Season 2025 Episode 116
President Biden's farewell address warned against an emerging tech-oligarchy and advocated for constitutional amendments to ensure no individual is …
1 year, 3 months ago
2025-1-15 Matters of Democracy Hegseth; Musk; Judicial Branch
Season 2025 Episode 115
Hegseth's nomination is facing strong opposition from Democrats, who are raising serious concerns about his past actions and qualifications, while Re…
1 year, 3 months ago