Posts tagged Politicon
Donald Trump has Dementia | Jill Wine-Banks & Dean Obeidallah

Jill Wine-Banks and Dean Obeidallah discuss the disproportionate media coverage of Donald Trump compared to Kamala Harris, highlighting the implications of corporate media bias on public perception. They explore the need for critical thinking and fact-checking in the digital age, the importance of local media coverage, and how to engage younger voters through social media. The discussion emphasizes the responsibility of the media to provide fair coverage and the potential impact of misinformation on democracy.

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Kakistocracy

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the dangers of hurricane disinformation, the risk of fraud, possible legal remedies, and a case in California targeting Exxon Mobil for lies about the recyclability of oil-based plastic products.  Then, the #Sisters cover the charges in an ISIS-inspired election-day terror plot, the progression of criminal complaints compared to a grand jury indictment, and the other risks posed by extremism in the run-up to November 5th.  They also sound the alarm over Project 2025’s threat to disaster relief via privatization and its limitations targeting reproductive healthcare and STI treatment.

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Why Melania Lies | Jill Wine-Banks & Michelle Goodwin

Jill Wine-Banks and Michele Goodwin discuss the implications of Melania Trump's recent statements on women's reproductive rights, the aftermath of the Dobbs decision, and the historical context of reproductive rights in America. They explore the legal ramifications of the Georgia case, the significance of the Equal Rights Amendment, and the current state of the Supreme Court regarding women's health and rights. The discussion emphasizes the urgency of voting and activism in the face of ongoing threats to reproductive freedoms.

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A Nothing Burger

Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Judge McBurney’s ruling striking down Georgia’s 6-week abortion ban on personal liberty grounds, the danger of making life or death medical decisions based on politics, and the problems caused by pushing abortion laws back to the states.  Then, the #Sisters analyze the merits and effectiveness of Jack Smith’s brief in Trump’s J6 trial, investigate whether there will be new revelations, and tear apart Trump’s claims of election interference by the DOJ.  They also preview upcoming SCOTUS cases on transgender care for minors, ghost guns, social media securities law, and removing an inmate from death row.

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The Truth About Trump's Money

Jill Wine-Banks interviews Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Susanne Craig about her book 'Lucky Loser,' which explores the life of Donald Trump, focusing on the illusion of his wealth and success. They discuss the role of luck in Trump's life, the media's influence on his image, and the dynamics of his family relationships, particularly with his father. The conversation also touches on Trump's time at military academy, the absence of key figures like Melania Trump and Weisselberg in the narrative, and the impact of Fox News on Trump's political career.

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Put Through The Wringer

Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to explain Jack Smith’s presidential immunity brief regarding Trump’s actions on J6 in his D.C. court case, the reasons why it’s sealed, how it distinguishes between presidential and private actions, and the next steps in the prosecution.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the indictment of NYC Mayor Adams, the evidence, and what to expect as the case goes forward.  They also lay out the charges against the man who recently tried to assassinate Trump and the differences between trying the case in federal versus Florida state court.

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Stop Sane Washing Trump

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Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze Kamala’s performance in the debate and weigh its impact on the election, looking at the expectations placed on the candidates, the efficacy of the moderators, Trump’s failure to hide his bigotry, and how the electorate will interpret their performances.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the indictment of the men behind the Terrorgram Collective, the role hate crimes and terrorism statutes play in stopping violence, and whether the prosecution raises any conflicts with the right to free speech and association.  They also sound the alarm over Project 2025’s assault on workplace protections and DEI initiaitives.

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Gobble Gobble Donald Trump

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Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Judge Chutkan’s handling of the J6 election interference case and Judge Merchan’s postponement of Trump’s sentencing in the NY hush money case, looking at how it could impact the upcoming election.  Then, the #Sisters break down the DOJ’s handling of crimes committed by Hamas against Americans and Russia’s financial ties to conservative influencers in the lead up to the 2024 election.  They also explain the charges against the school shooter in Georgia, why his parents might be complicit, and how our country can reduce gun violence.

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Jack's Back

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Jack Smith's superseding indictment, why he used a new grand jury, how he reframed the charges to preserve each count, and his attempt to reinstate the MAL classified documents case against Trump. Then, the #Sisters lay out the scope of the Republican war on voting rights, looking at the push for increased documentation, how naturalized citizens are getting kicked off the voter rolls, and raids by Texas AG Paxton targeting Latino civil rights organizations.  They also break down the Project 2025 plan to put the FBI under the jurisdiction of the executive branch and reflect on what it means for the rule of law.

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Comma La La La

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to celebrate Kamala’s nomination, explore her commitment to her values and the rule of law, and review the positions she’s taken on criminal justice issues on her journey from DA to presidential contender.  Then, the #Sisters discuss voter disenfranchisement and suppression through the lens of a reinstated felony voter fraud conviction of a woman who didn’t know she wasn’t allowed to vote in Texas.  They also explain the links between Trump and Project 2025’s plans for the Department of Defense, looking at how their adoption would undermine our military’s commitment to DEI, civil rights, and environmental responsibility.

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Post-Menopausal Females

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Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the power of abortion as an election issue and review the court battles in Arizona, Montana, and Idaho that are redefining the scope of our rights.  The #Sisters also weigh the upsides of AI against the risk that it will bend people’s perception of reality and increase political disinformation, exploring whether a recent CA bill will hold tech companies accountable for their creations while still complying with the 1st Amendment.  Then, they sound the alarm over Project 2025’s training videos and repudiate Trump’s feigned disavowal of its policies.

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Don’t Hate Me ‘Cause You Ain’t Me

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Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss a DC judge’s finding that Google’s search engine violates antitrust laws, the risks of big tech monopolies, and whether increasing scrutiny by the DOJ is pushing tech leaders to the right.  Then, the #Sisters examine the implications of guilty pleas by Jenna Ellis and a fake elector in Arizona, explain why Trump was listed as an unindicted co-conspirator and the parallels to Nixon, and look at how prosecutors choose who to charge.  They also revisit KSM’s attempted plea deal after its collapse and investigate if Project 2025 will ban no-fault divorce while laying out the growing list of lies by Trump about the Republican agenda.

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In The Hands Of The Voters with Marc Elias

Here is the first episode of Kim's new podcast Justice By Design, find it here

Kim is joined by Marc Elias, the founder of Democracy Docket, about the importance of protecting voting rights and the challenges faced in doing so. They discuss the dangerous rhetoric of former President Donald Trump and the need to take his words seriously. They also highlight the barriers to voting, such as long wait times and gerrymandering, and the impact these have on marginalized communities. The conversation emphasizes the need for congressional legislation to protect voting rights and the importance of individuals speaking out and taking action.

https://www.democracydocket.com/

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Nothing To See Here

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the plea deal with 9/11 mastermind KSM, differences between military tribunals and civilian courts, evidentiary issues that make it challenging to try Guantanamo prisoners, and the prisoner swap with Russia.  Then, the #Sisters explain what happens now that Trump’s DC case has returned to Judge Chutkan, how to categorize presidential actions under the immunity decision, and the possible illegality of an Egyptian financial transfer to his campaign.  They also sound the alarm over Project 2025’s assault on the bureaucracy and the danger of Trump reviving the executive order that created Schedule F.

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Screwed, Blued, and Tattooed

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to explain how the courts are using Sections 203 and 208 of the Voting Rights Act to shut down Republican attempts to disenfranchise voters who need absentee ballots.  Then, the #Sisters discuss Alvin Bragg’s response to Trump’s attempt to use the SCOTUS immunity decision to overturn his convictions, review why he should fail based on procedural default, and look ahead to when we can expect him to be sentenced.  They also expose Trump’s support of Project 2025 and how a philosophy of Christian Nationalism lies behind its stated goals. 

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Everything Is Insane

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Joined by MSNBC’s Katie Phang, Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to explain Judge Cannon’s shocking dismissal of the Mar-A-Lago classified docs case, repudiate her decision based on precedent, and highlight her delay strategies and poor legal reasoning.  Then the #Sisters game out Judge Chutkan’s next moves in Trump’s election interference prosecution after the SCOTUS’ immunity decision, emphasize the need for evidentiary hearings, and lay out the expected timeline.  They also expose the Project 2025 plan to eliminate the DOE, discussing how it will reduce education quality, open our classrooms to the influence of religion and capital, and take essential programs away from students.

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