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Welcome back! It's 2024 which means it's presidential election year. This is just an intro episode to get our brains back in the game of politics. Music by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
In this (bonus) episode we discuss the pending shutdown. I include a few audio-clips of Republicans and what they had to say regarding the shutdown. Honestly, after seeing how the republicans have handled this, it should really make you question their motives and ability to represent the American people. Link below for further research:https://apnews.com/article/government-shutdown-mccarthy-congress-republicans-732baaa19c91f981e492fd0e6a76aba8Music by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
Welcome to Season 3! In this episode we discuss voting YES on issue 1 in Ohio this November. Diving deeper, we discuss some misinformation that is being spread regarding issue 1 and the need to be aware of misinformation. (Also, I go on a little tangent regarding Frank LaRose, sorry dude, you just spread a lot of misinformation so I had plenty of examples.)Music by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
Hello Bad Bitches!! After much needed time away from the hustle and bustle of life, I am back. In this episode I give a brief synopsis on where I have been, what I've been up to, and a little discussion on the bogus August vote. PLEASE reach out to me via social media, email, or text if you'd like to be a guest. I am open for discussions on any part of the political craziness. Music by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
In this episode we do a deeper dive behind the scenes regarding the special election in August. Side note: if you have any connections to Marcy Kaptur's office, let me know! Below is the article I mention in this episode for further research. https://www.npr.org/2023/05/25/1177921697/ohio-august-special-election-constitution-abortion-amendmentMusic by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
In this episode we discuss the first part of my serious, "Corruption In Ohio." More specifically, how republicans are trying to make it hard to change the Ohio Constitution. Links below for further research. https://newrepublic.com/post/172110/ohio-republicans-making-harder-change-constitutionhttps://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2023/03/14/ohio-ballot-board-moves-abortion-amendment-initiative-forward/#:~:text=By%3A%20Susan%20Tebben%20%2D%20March%2014%2C%202023%204%3A55%20am&text=The%20Ohio%20Ballot%20Board%20verified,the%20full%20signature%2Dgathering%20stage.https://www.abortionfinder.org/abortion-guides-by-state/abortion-in-ohioMusic by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
In this episode we discuss student loans and Biden's budget proposal. See the below links for further research. https://apnews.com/article/student-loan-forgiveness-supreme-court-hearing-2128da75fc27ff3bcc0c3804ebd98aa7https://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/Music by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
In this episode we discuss the differences between the classified documents-situations between Trump and Biden. Do you know about taxes/tax-terminology? Let me know! I'd love to discuss the tax audit regarding Trump's taxes. Music by lemonmusicstudio from Pixabay
In this episode we discuss the Twitter drama, the vote on same-sex and interracial marriage, and the vote of just 7 paid sick leave days for rail workers. Links below for further research.https://www.reuters.com/world/us/who-are-12-us-senate-republicans-who-voted-protect-same-sex-marriage-2022-11-30/https://thehill.com/business-a-lobbying/business-lobbying/3758752-unions-bash-senators-for-rejecting-paid-sick-leave-for-rail-workers/https://rollcall.com/2022/12/01/senate-clears-rail-labor-agreement-rejects-sick-leave/
In this episode we discuss the rise of Christian extremism, Hunter Biden's laptop, and the Republican plan to fight inflation... (spoiler alert, there isn't a plan yet)Resources:https://time.com/6218879/hunter-biden-investigations-james-comer-house-republicans/
In this episode we discuss post-election thoughts, more focused on Ohio's results. This episode is more random than usual, but welcome to my brain after an election.
In this episode we briefly discuss the platform of Nan Whaley and Mike DeWine who are both running for Ohio Governor.
Welcome to SEASON 2!! Thank you for sticking around and hello to the new folks. I am excited to kick off season two by welcoming suggestions on political candidates who you would like to know more about! Let me know and if you are feeling spicy, join me on here for a recording!
In this episode you get to hear clips of my very first interview with Bob Latta's District Director. If you want a copy of the bills please let me know or visit www.congress.gov
I am tired of explaining why we should have the right to our own bodies. Including abortions, who we choose to sleep with, and what contraceptives we want to take. This country is really not the land of the free. https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/19-1392_6j37.pdfhttps://www.npr.org/2022/05/05/1096732347/roe-v-wade-implications-beyond-abortion
Answer: Republicans. https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/3920/texthttps://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/7790/texthttps://apnews.com/article/science-health-government-and-politics-1e54ff345ab2a4be93f2e24d991e4450
In this episode I talk about how mass shootings continue to happen while our government does absolutely nothing. I try to stay in the middle in these discussions, but honestly looking at what the republicans are offering as a resolution is ridiculous and I am tired and frustrated.
It's simple.https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/2022/04/28/ohio-republican-calls-pregnancy-after-rape-opportunity/9568456002/https://www.reuters.com/world/us/louisiana-legislators-advance-bill-classifying-abortion-homicide-2022-05-05/
Our first guest speaker! My dearest friend D joins as we discuss breaking societal norms and racism today. If you can take one thing away from this discussion, take the idea that talking about racism and these societal norms will create a change. Listen and let's get the discussions going!!
New equipment alert! In this episode we discuss the bread aisle of Kroger, Trump and his shadiness with documents, plus Russia and Ukraine. Links below for further reading.https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/02/04/january-jobs-report-unemployment-2022/https://twitter.com/JoshMandelOhio/status/1490388540005531650https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-salt-lake-city-election-2020-campaign-2016-liz-cheney-cca6eba133e2edee7987cac10e86d5c7https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-took-classified-material-white-house-florida-national-archives-says-2022-02-18/
In this episode, we discuss Russia and Ukraine, Covid/vaccines, the continuation of the January 6th investigations, and the consequences of Jared Schmeck's actions. Links below for further reading and research. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/12/07/world/biden-putinhttps://www.npr.org/2021/12/13/1063955835/rep-liz-cheney-read-text-messages-she-said-mark-meadows-got-during-the-jan-6-siehttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/jan-6-powerpoint-what-we-know-what-we-don-t-n1285910https://www.npr.org/2021/12/26/1068173175/man-who-said-lets-go-brandon-to-biden-on-christmas-eve-says-he-was-only-joking
In this episode we discuss current hearings and trials happening, abortion rights, Covid and well.... Republicans. Links below for sources and further reading. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/jury-awards-millions-in-damages-for-unite-the-right-rally-violencehttps://apnews.com/article/ahmaud-arbery-georgia-brunswick-f2549024973cdcc757c02bd0a07bf5cfhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/dec/01/trump-tested-positive-covid-before-biden-debate-chief-staff-mark-meadows-bookhttps://legiscan.com/TX/text/SB1/id/2424492/Texas-2021-SB1-Engrossed.htmlhttps://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/wr/mm7046a4.htm
https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-resolution/789/texthttps://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/stephen-k-bannon-indicted-contempt-congresshttps://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/michael-flynn-cornerstone-church-christian-theocracy-1260606/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/11/18/fact-sheet-president-bidens-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-advances-economic-and-public-health-opportunities-for-tribal-communities/https://www.whitehouse.gov/build-back-better/
In this episode we discuss the Freedom to Vote Act, January 6th investigation, and the Build Back Better framework. As always, resources are below. https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2747https://www.whitehouse.gov/build-back-better/
In this episode we discuss the debt ceiling (again), the January 6th investigation, and being a decent human being. Links below! https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-house-expected-pass-bill-hike-debt-ceiling-avert-default-2021-10-12/https://apnews.com/article/capitol-siege-subpoenas-steve-bannon-cc5991e85781e1caa14188ffa021ec1c
In this episode, we discuss further the debt ceiling and federal government spending. Also, the Facebook whistleblower, Facebook shut down, and the Pandora Papers. https://apnews.com/article/congress-moves-to-avert-partial-government-shutdown-8f5b5b0c6c4cb12af8316ffc0b098771https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IhWeVHxdXghttps://www.npr.org/2021/10/05/1043211171/facebook-instagram-whatsapp-outage-business-impacthttps://apnews.com/article/who-is-in-pandora-papers-d94d7d718a15f89f6df63520b53908ec
In this episode we will briefly discuss the possible government shutdown. Reminder, the Women's March is October 2nd, this Saturday! Links below for further research and to find a women's march near you!https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/financial-markets-financial-institutions-and-fiscal-service/debt-limithttps://www.reuters.com/world/us/what-happens-when-us-federal-government-shuts-down-2021-09-27/https://map.womensmarch.com