Political Zoo

The Trump purge of pro-democracy defenders continues as Rep. Liz Cheney loses her leadership in the Republican Party.   Robert and Ross discuss. 

The third ranking Republican in the House, Rep. Liz Cheney threw down the gauntlet to her party to "steer away from the dangerous and anti-democratic Trump cult of personality".  To no ones surprise, the Republican Party has done the opposite by embracing the Big Lie and the MAGA cult, as party leaders have bent the knee to Cheeto Jesus.  Robert and Ross discuss. 

Robert and Ross discuss some of the most hotly contested Senate races across the nation from New Hampshire to Arizona. Are they able to hold off the oncoming 2022 red wave and make the Senate their last refuge of Congress? 

Derek Chauvin is found guilty on all 3 charges in the death of George Floyd, however, police brutality has not abated. Robert and Ross discuss the verdict and the rash of other police violence incidents from Daunte Wright to Caron Nazario.

The US Constitution is an antiquated document not suited to govern our modern democracy.  Why not scrap it and start from scratch or amend it to fix our broken democracy?  Robert and Ross discuss and add 14 additional Amendments that need to be added to save America! 

Matt Gaetz finds himself enveloped by accusations of sex trafficking and statutory rape, Robert and Ross take a moment, like every democrat has, to revel in the demise of Donald Trump's most ardent defender. 

Robert and Ross discuss the Lil Nas X controversy and the Republican outrage machine that accompanied it. Along with the passage of a new voter restriction law in Georgia and Biden's confirmation of a reelection campaign. 

Another mass shooting in America.  From  places like Columbine, Aurora, Newtown, Orlando, Las Vegas, Atlanta, to Boulder and countless places in between America continues to be devastated by gun violence.  When will it end?!?!   What can Democrats do in the face of Republican obstruction when it comes to gun control?  Robert and Ross discuss.

Robert and Ross discuss Biden's big legislative win - the American Rescue Act, the latest 2022 Senate developments, HR1 and possible filibuster reform , cancel culture, and the most recent crazy Republican conspiracy theories. 

Donald Trump, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Ted Cruz, Mitch McConnel... the list goes on and on of deplorable Republicans. Robert and Ross tackle the mountainous task of ranking the Top 10 Worst Republicans. 

Robert and Ross breakdown what happened at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) and what it means for the future of the Republican Party. They provide an inside look into Q-Anon, Donald Trump, Ron Desantis, culture wars, and other batshit features of the conference.

Joe Biden's administration only has about half of his cabinet in place due in large part to the impeachment trial that jammed up the Senate. Robert and Ross discuss the current nomination battles roiling the Senate.

Robert and Ross discuss the impeachment trial that resulted in the acquittal of former President Donald J Trump as well as the political fallout as the Republican Party descends into chaos and conspiracies.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is the face of the Republican Party - the QAnon Party. Robert and Ross discuss the recent events regarding the crazy and dangerous conspiracies she has brought to the forefront as well as the civil war within the Republican Party.

What should Joe Biden and the Democrats prioritize in his administration's first 100 days? What can they pass with an obstructionist Republican Party? Is bipartisanship even possible in our hyperpolarized era? Robert and Ross discuss.

Will the Democrats expand their majority in the 2022 Senate midterm election cycle or will the Republicans reclaim the chamber? Robert and Ross discuss the Senate seats that Democrats have to defend and the potential pickup opportunities in the 2022 midterm cycle.

Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th President of the United States. Robert and Ross recap the inauguration with their political insights and trademark humor.

Will Senate Republicans forever banish Trump to the ash heaps of history as the only president to ever be convicted of impeachment? Robert and Ross discuss the likelihood of a guilty verdict in the Senate where Democrats need to find 17 Republicans to join them.

Following the historic and devastating coup d'état attempt by Trump supporters that was incited by the President of the United States, Congress must impeach and remove Donald Trump immediately. Robert and Ross discuss the best options for Democrats and the case against the seditious Republicans.

Robert and Ross discuss the devastating sequence of events on Capitol Hill where the MAGA mob of traitors, incited by Trump, attempted a coup against our country. What does this mean for American democracy and for the Republican Party ?

Why are Americans so dumb? We are a conspiracy believing, anti-intellectual, science denying ignorant people. Can American democracy survive? Robert and Ross discuss the crazy things Americans believe, popular conspiracy theories, and why America is in decline.

Will Donald Trump run again in 2024 or give his blessing to Ivanka or Don Jr? Or will another Republican dare challenge to usurp a potential Trump dynasty? Robert and Ross discuss the clown show of Republican primary 2024 contenders.

Although the next midterm elections are a couple of blocks away, it is never too early to start looking around the corner. Robert and Ross discuss the gubernatorial seats that Democrats have to defend and the potential pick up opportunities in the 2022 midterm cycle.

It is over America! The Civil War never really ended, it has just been one long bad breakup. The red and blue divide is irreconcilable and it is time to break the USA into separate countries. Robert and Ross discuss the case for a velvet divorce - a peaceful breaking up of the USA.

The fate of Joe Biden’s administration and a progressive agenda rests on two special elections in Georgia on Jan 5th. Can Democrat Reverend Raphael Warnock defeat Senator "Billionaire Barbie" Republican Kelly Loeffler?

Senate Democratic candidates floundered across the US in every possible way imaginable. The only successes were found in an astronaut and in craft beer salesman. Can former nature documentarian Jon Ossoff, a practicing Jew from Georgia, save the Senate for the Democrats?

Robert and Ross analyze the disappointing Senate results from the election and have a good laugh at their Senate predictions.

Trump refuses to concede and Robert and Ross break down Joe Biden's win as well as have a good laugh at their presidential predictions in the toss-up/battleground states.

Robert and Ross relive the emotional rollercoaster that was election week culminating in the announcement of President-elect Joe Biden. Democrats, liberals, and progressives celebrate and enjoy this moment!

In a razor close election, America will have to wait for a winner in the 2020 presidential election. Can Joe Biden boot Trump from the White House? Robert and Ross discuss the early results from election night.

Can the Democrats take back the Senate? Will a blue tsunami sweep Mitch McConnell and the Republicans out of power or will the Democrats come up short? Robert and Ross go on the record with their final Senate predictions.

Will it be a close win for Joe Biden, a blue tsunami, or a Donald Trump shocker? Robert and Ross go on the record with their final battleground/swing state predictions as well as predict the final electoral college result of the 2020 presidential race.

Biden vs Trump round two! Who won? Robert and Ross discuss the last presidential debate and the political ramifications on the 2020 race.

Republican castrator Senator Joni Ernst finds herself in an unexpectedly competitive Iowa Senate race. Can Democrats take down Ernst, who once was one of the most popular senators in America? Robert and Ross discuss.

With less than 1 month until election day, Robert and Ross discuss the current state of the 2020 presidential race; in particular, the battleground/toss-up states where the election will be decided.

Trump’s lies undermine the very fabric of our democracy. Robert and Ross rank his biggest lies and discuss the impact on the 2020 presidential race.

Kamala Harris vs Mike Pence! Who won? Robert and Ross discuss the vice presidential debate and the political ramifications on the 2020 race.

Senator Lindsey Graham is one of the most reviled men to ever walk the halls of Congress. Will Trump's chief enabler go down with the ship? Robert and Ross discuss whether his opponent, Jaime Harrison, has a shot to pull off a political stunner.

Biden vs Trump round one! Who won? Robert and Ross discuss the first presidential debate and the political ramifications on the 2020 race.

Iowa and Ohio are two swing states that always seem tantalizingly just out of reach for Democrats. Robert and Ross deliberate whether it is possible for Biden to win these tossup states in the 2020 presidential race.

Robert and Ross discuss the political implications of the untimely death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg with less than 45 days until the 2020 election. Can the Democrats stop Trump, McConnel, and the Republicans from getting another Supreme Court Justice?

With less than 2 months until election day, Robert and Ross discuss the current state of the 2020 presidential race; in particular, the battleground/toss-up states where the election will be decided.

Robert and Ross discuss why state legislatures are so important to the everyday American and why they are key to preventing gerrymandering. Which ones can Democrats win back in 2020?

Donald Trump has a long history of sexism and misogyny. Robert and Ross review his grossest comments and discuss the implications on the woman vote in the 2020 presidential election.

Robert and Ross discuss one of the most unexpected Senate races of 2020, Alaska. The "last frontier" state is home to the most unique political environment of any state in America. Can the Democrats win here?

Arizona and Texas are two surprising sunbelt swing states this 2020 presidential cycle. Can Joe Biden win in these traditionally red states? Polling indicates he has a good chance. Robert and Ross discuss.

Trump and the Republican Party have systematically attacked the foundations of American democracy via voter suppression tactics. Robert and Ross discuss as well as put forth solutions to guarantee that all Americans can exercise the right to vote.

Robert and Ross discuss the unique phenomenon of American politics - politicians choosing the voters instead of the voters choosing the politicians. Gerrymandering has lead to a gross misrepresentation in Congress and has broken our democracy. Can it be fixed?

Florida, Florida, Florida. The Sunshine State is one of the most important swing states in US presidential elections. Robert and Ross examine why Florida has remained a quintessential battleground state for over 20 years and discuss the latest polls and predictions.

With speculation mounting that Joe Biden is close to choosing his running mate, Robert and Ross discuss the potential vice-presidential candidates and give their predictions.

Joe Biden’s chance for the presidency runs right through the rustbelt, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Trump won these states by less than one percentage point in 2016. Robert and Ross discuss whether Biden can rebuild the blue wall.