Day 5: Ten American Truths
October 30, 2024
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Category: How Democracy Works
Day 23: Curtis Yarvin & JD Vance’s Anti-Democracy Push
October 15, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. Imagine if a small group of billionaires and political influencers wanted to reshape America by abandoning democracy. That’s exactly what people like Curtis Yarvin, JD Vance, and Peter Thiel are working toward. Known as a leader in “neo-reactionary” thought, Curtis Yarvin advocates for a government that looks more… More Day 23: Curtis Yarvin & JD Vance’s Anti-Democracy Push
Day 26: Stephen Leuchtman Reveals Polling Insights
October 12, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. I highly recommend listening to this session. I sat down with Stephen Leuchtman, a polling expert hailing from Montana. Stephen, who has deep roots in rural areas like Montana and Detroit, shared insights on political dynamics often misunderstood by outsiders. With ongoing polling and recent political debates stirring… More Day 26: Stephen Leuchtman Reveals Polling Insights
Day 31: Trump 2017 vs Trump 2024
October 6, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. Today, let’s reflect. It’s a good time to review how 2017 Trump has morphed into 2024 Trump. I compared his inauguration speech from 2017 and his stump speech at a campaign rally in Waunakee, Wisconsin, just before the Vice Presidential Debate. But before we start, this news just… More Day 31: Trump 2017 vs Trump 2024
Day 32: For the GOP, The Cruelty is the Point
October 5, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. This is part 2, here’s part 1. Timothy McVeigh, the domestic terrorist, was responsible for the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. McVeigh was drawn into far-right, anti-government ideology throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, partially through the influence of media and fringe publications that stoked his anger and fear… More Day 32: For the GOP, The Cruelty is the Point
Day 33: Is Cruelty an American Norm?
October 4, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. Let’s start with the true story of Fred Korematsu, a Japanese-American who refused to go to the internment camps during World War II. Korematsu believed that the forced relocation and internment of Japanese Americans was unjust and a violation of his civil rights. In 1942, after the U.S.… More Day 33: Is Cruelty an American Norm?
Day 34: Why Crypto is Like Viagra for White Men
October 3, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. This is part 2, here’s part 1. Cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin, has attracted a unique mix of innovators, venture capitalists, and political figures—many of whom are wealthy white men. Figures like Peter Thiel and Elon Musk have turned crypto into a tool for political and financial gain, often skirting… More Day 34: Why Crypto is Like Viagra for White Men
Day 35: The GOP & Project 2025 Hot for Cryptocurrency
October 2, 2024
Watch on YouTube or listen via podcast. Cryptocurrency, or crypto for short, is a digital or virtual currency that relies on cryptography for security. Unlike traditional money (like dollars or euros), it is decentralized and operates on blockchain technology, essentially a public, distributed ledger. Transactions are verified and recorded on this ledger by network participants,… More Day 35: The GOP & Project 2025 Hot for Cryptocurrency
Day 63: Harris vs Trump: Laws, Policing, Guns, Veterans
September 4, 2024
I’ve compared the three platforms in play for this 2024 Presidential Election. I used the Republican National Committee (RNC) 2024 Platform, Project 2025 Mandate for Leadership, and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) 2024 Harris Platform on critical issues, (there are links to all three on the sidebar of this blog.) These high-level summaries will hopefully… More Day 63: Harris vs Trump: Laws, Policing, Guns, Veterans
Day 70: Project 2025 is the Heritage Foundation Coming for Us
August 28, 2024
Project 2025 is a big plan created by the Heritage Foundation, a group that supports conservative ideas. It is a ginormous, detailed guide that discusses changes in important areas like immigration, environmental rules, and how federal agencies work. The goal is to change policies and ensure that a future conservative government can quickly implement these… More Day 70: Project 2025 is the Heritage Foundation Coming for Us
Day 76: Kamala to Accept the Nomination
August 22, 2024
As the fourth day of the convention unfolds, anticipation builds for the moment everyone has been waiting for: the presidential nominee’s acceptance speech. Traditionally, this night culminates in celebration, with confetti, balloons, and a sense of joy filling the air. However, the 2024 Democratic Convention has turned conventions upside down. We’ve seen norms enhanced—like the… More Day 76: Kamala to Accept the Nomination
Day 81: Party Platform Power: Delegates Decide
August 17, 2024
When you think of political conventions, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s the big speeches, the flashy signs, or the sea of red, white, and blue. But there’s something deeper happening that’s not just about rallying the troops—it’s about setting the course for the party’s future and, in many ways, the country’s future. So, why… More Day 81: Party Platform Power: Delegates Decide
Day 82: How Conventions Ignite Voter Power
August 16, 2024
Let’s be honest: when you hear “political convention,” you might picture stuffy speeches and endless flag-waving. But here’s the thing—conventions are where the real action begins; they’re the juice that ignites voter power. They’re not just about lectures and stage performances; they’re about getting people excited, mobilizing the crowd, and transforming viewers into voters. Conventions… More Day 82: How Conventions Ignite Voter Power
Day 84: Understanding Political Action Committees (PACs) and Citizens United
August 14, 2024
Today, dive into a critical aspect of American elections: Political Action Committees, or PACs. These entities play a significant role in financing campaigns and influencing elections, but how much do we know about them? I will explain PACs, how they work, the significance of the Citizens United decision, and how they have evolved since that… More Day 84: Understanding Political Action Committees (PACs) and Citizens United
Day 89 – The Electoral College in 2024 Democracy
August 10, 2024
Today, we’re continuing our deep dive into the Electoral College. On Day 90, we covered its history, how it was born out of compromise, and how it evolved. If you missed that episode, I highly recommend returning to check it out. Today, we focus on the modern Electoral College—how it operates today, its arguments for… More Day 89 – The Electoral College in 2024 Democracy