Excellent discussion. I think Brian’s point about age is belied by the fact that the winner was 78 years old. People believed his propaganda and lies, many are now regretful. We have a media and messaging problem, getting politicians to speak at the people’s level and in their forums. And Harry, you are so right about the money!
The beauty of Substack’s podcasts is that the Comment section can be used by WE the People to make our issues known It’s like a marketplace for ideas around policy as well as responding to the podcast about the most recent shiny object that Trump throws out to distract us from what the Nazis(aka Republicans) are doing This has always been a problem with MSCM(mainstream corporate media) where the dictation of what’s covered doesn’t often deal with relevant issues for the People
This can lead to a rich dialogue that MSCM could never hope to achieve because of the way the media is produced It’s time to put this type of production to bed Maddow’s approach to call to our attention matters that are important by stepping back and seeing the forest instead of the trees
Hint Hint Podcasters should consider opening their lenses to wider range of topics that
Domestic issues like threats to free and fair elections, affordable housing, dealing with inflation, raising minimum wage and others can help guide podcasters and elected officials to discuss these relevant topics with experts in their respective fields And foreign policy that impacts the country’s security
Thank you Harry for your tenacity and BTC for having these critical dialogues.
Harry -I donated to your running for congress and I have your book. Please continue your excellent work and advocacy. Brian- thank you for your platform supporting voices for critical issues and solutions.
Thank you both for work and getting Dems to fight back. I was horribly disappointed in Schumer and the other 9 Dems for voting for the CR too. I hesitate to donate to anyone now, wondering if they're going to back down as well 😢. I'm not a Dem, I'm an Independent or DND (did not designate) and the terrible things MAGA are doing need to stop. I'm with you and trust your judgment.
So many good ppl cld start a party WTP could support fully—I’ve been a democrat my entire life but really like Adam Kinzinger —a moderate conservative (wldn’t insult him by calling him a republican) willing to compromise….AOC Jasmine Crockett Chris Murphy—Jamie Raskin—FIGHTERS needed ~ Not DON’T ROCK THE BOAT DEMS
Sheeesh…..Schumer said (paraphrasing) to Chris Hayes —-‘If the democracy was in danger’ Chris about jumped down his throat pointing out the obvious—AMERICA SEES DEMOCRACY AS FLAT LINING
Too many D’s are completely delusional about the real world. We are getting our asses kicked and sadly half of America isn’t even aware of what’s actually happening. Shutting down the gov wld’ve gotten everyone’s efn attention!
Yep - he had leverage and surrendered it. You cannot fight fascism with weak knee responses. Imagine the ground swell of support if they had kicked that CR back to the Republicans and stood their ground until they at least got something for their votes.
Love this conversation! I think Harry -- you would be a great DNC chair. I know we just elected Ken Martin and I support him. With that said, we need a change from the same tired Democratic approach that feels so safe -- we need a fighter -- a prize fighter like you. I also have been following Brian for a couple years now and I'd love to see him run for office. You both are awesome -- and I expect to see you both in positions of influence in the future! Love you both!
What would be the practical effect of rejecting the CR? I think shutting down the government would just give Trump another excuse (as if he needs one) to cut spending more--and then blame Democrats for the bad results (inflation, recession, unemployment, chaos); and the half the population who worship him an excuse to accept that explanation.
Thank you, Harry, because you ARE fighting for us. You get it. So does Brian. Thank you both!
Hear! Hear! Hear! So many need to step aside and let someone in who will actually serve their constituents and NOT themselves!
Excellent discussion. I think Brian’s point about age is belied by the fact that the winner was 78 years old. People believed his propaganda and lies, many are now regretful. We have a media and messaging problem, getting politicians to speak at the people’s level and in their forums. And Harry, you are so right about the money!
Democratic Socialist party needs to happen!!! NOW
He won the young men because of Musk. I also saw it happening in the worship of Musk and Trump and even Putin in the gaming community.
The beauty of Substack’s podcasts is that the Comment section can be used by WE the People to make our issues known It’s like a marketplace for ideas around policy as well as responding to the podcast about the most recent shiny object that Trump throws out to distract us from what the Nazis(aka Republicans) are doing This has always been a problem with MSCM(mainstream corporate media) where the dictation of what’s covered doesn’t often deal with relevant issues for the People
This can lead to a rich dialogue that MSCM could never hope to achieve because of the way the media is produced It’s time to put this type of production to bed Maddow’s approach to call to our attention matters that are important by stepping back and seeing the forest instead of the trees
Hint Hint Podcasters should consider opening their lenses to wider range of topics that
Domestic issues like threats to free and fair elections, affordable housing, dealing with inflation, raising minimum wage and others can help guide podcasters and elected officials to discuss these relevant topics with experts in their respective fields And foreign policy that impacts the country’s security
Thank you Harry for your tenacity and BTC for having these critical dialogues.
Harry -I donated to your running for congress and I have your book. Please continue your excellent work and advocacy. Brian- thank you for your platform supporting voices for critical issues and solutions.
Thank you both for work and getting Dems to fight back. I was horribly disappointed in Schumer and the other 9 Dems for voting for the CR too. I hesitate to donate to anyone now, wondering if they're going to back down as well 😢. I'm not a Dem, I'm an Independent or DND (did not designate) and the terrible things MAGA are doing need to stop. I'm with you and trust your judgment.
Thank you Harry and Brian. I completely agree the Democrats need to fight back. I’m SO tired of words. Get some backbone and get to work!!!
Is there any support for a VIABLE third party?
So many good ppl cld start a party WTP could support fully—I’ve been a democrat my entire life but really like Adam Kinzinger —a moderate conservative (wldn’t insult him by calling him a republican) willing to compromise….AOC Jasmine Crockett Chris Murphy—Jamie Raskin—FIGHTERS needed ~ Not DON’T ROCK THE BOAT DEMS
Sheeesh…..Schumer said (paraphrasing) to Chris Hayes —-‘If the democracy was in danger’ Chris about jumped down his throat pointing out the obvious—AMERICA SEES DEMOCRACY AS FLAT LINING
Too many D’s are completely delusional about the real world. We are getting our asses kicked and sadly half of America isn’t even aware of what’s actually happening. Shutting down the gov wld’ve gotten everyone’s efn attention!
Absolutely AGREE! Love Kinzinger too, as well as the others you mentioned as fighters.
Yes they need to stand up right now and maybe now he needs to step aside
Yep - he had leverage and surrendered it. You cannot fight fascism with weak knee responses. Imagine the ground swell of support if they had kicked that CR back to the Republicans and stood their ground until they at least got something for their votes.
Love this conversation! I think Harry -- you would be a great DNC chair. I know we just elected Ken Martin and I support him. With that said, we need a change from the same tired Democratic approach that feels so safe -- we need a fighter -- a prize fighter like you. I also have been following Brian for a couple years now and I'd love to see him run for office. You both are awesome -- and I expect to see you both in positions of influence in the future! Love you both!
Schummer needs to step down and there's a petition going around to make him step down. We want leaders not weaklings.
What would be the practical effect of rejecting the CR? I think shutting down the government would just give Trump another excuse (as if he needs one) to cut spending more--and then blame Democrats for the bad results (inflation, recession, unemployment, chaos); and the half the population who worship him an excuse to accept that explanation.
Out with the old and in with the new please