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David Mark is the managing editor for the Washington Examiner magazine. Previously, he was a senior editor at the Washington Examiner and, prior to that, a senior editor at Politico for six years and at CNN Digital Politics, among other roles. He is an author of two books, one on negative campaigning and one on political language co-authored with Chuck McCutcheon. David appears regularly as a political analyst on television, radio, and other forums. He has spoken on policy and politics in 20 countries in lecture trips through the State Department and European Union.
In this week's episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Andy Vesey, entrepreneur, award-winning energy executive and host of the ‘Investing in Zero' podcast; Jessica Long, head of climate change and sustainability practice at Ipsos MORI; Chuck McCutcheon, editor of Bloomberg Law's environment and energy desk; and John Vidal, former editor at Guardian Environment, for a ‘Deep Dive' conversation on climate change.The conversation begins by discussing how far science and the world has come in combating climate change, referencing the 1992 Earth Summit when climate change was “barely on the map”. Together, with predictions of heatwaves, high temperatures, flooding and rising sea levels becoming a reality, guests consider why there has been limited action, and the collaboration needed to solve this issue globally. The discussion moves on to talk about generational differences around engagement with the climate change movement; how this is reflected in political voting, and how the pandemic has caused a “trust vacuum” around government, allowing industry to take a greater stance. They compare UK-US action, sustainable infrastructure investment, what we can expect from COP26 - and whether they are optimistic about reaching worldwide net-zero goals.Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.wrightonthenail.fm
Democrats soon will control Congress and the White House. What should patients with chronic conditions expect from a federal government run by Democrats who now appear to have no political obstacles for their legislative agenda?David Mark of the Washington Examiner explains how a Democrat-controlled Senate, House, and White House might influence the direction of health policy. From the likelihood of Medicare for All to expansion of the Affordable Care Act, Terry and David discuss the possible changes in policy that will impact the chronic disease community. Plus, Kate speaks with Debilee Flores about her battle with Chron’s Disease and the healthcare discrimination she’s endured along the way.Guest:David Mark, Senior Editor, Washington ExaminerDavid Mark is senior editor at the Washington Examiner. Previously, he served as a senior editor at Politico for six years and at CNN Digital Politics, among other roles. He is the author of two books, one about negative campaigning and another examining political language, written with Chuck McCutcheon. David appears regularly as a political analyst on television and radio broadcasts, and in other forums. He also has spoken on policy and politics in 20 countries during lecture trips sponsored by the State Department and European Union.Hosts:Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients RisingDr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob”, Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public Interest.Kate Pecora, Field Correspondent Links:David MarkDiscrimination in the Doctor’s OfficePro-Patient AgendaCourt Ruling in Favor of Hospital Price TransparencyJudge Blocks Trump’s ‘Most Favored Nation’ Drug Pricing Rule‘Care now has to be rationed’: Los Angeles COVID-19 spike is crushing hospitalsOklahoma City hospital posts surgery prices online; creates bidding warSARS-COV-2 Transmission among Marine Recruits during QuarantinePatients Rising Concierge Need help?The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands. Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.orgHave a question or comment about the show, want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?Drop us a line: podcast@patientsrising.orgThe views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
On this episode of The Spark : Martha speaks with Books & Brews author, Chuck McCutcheon, who has worked in Washington for 21 years and has turned himself into an expert on decoding political speak.
Ever hear a Senator refer to his "good friend across the aisle?" Does it drive you nuts? What terms are Clinton and Trump saying a lot? This week on The Gaggle, Chuck McCutcheon, co-author of Dog Whistles, Walk-Backs and Washington Handshakes: Decoding the Jargon, Slang and Bluster of American Political Speech and Doubletalk: The Language, Code and Jargon of a Presidential Election discusses what phrases are "in" and "out" this election year (so that you can be in the know). #Clinton #Trump #politics
Prominent author Thomas Frank, who wrote, “What’s the Matter With Kansas,” turns his fire on class-conscious Democrats – the upper class. D.C. journalist Chuck McCutcheon has co-authored a dictionary of political doubletalk. Or, as he puts it, everything is “just all politics.” Wall Street investor Morris Pearl argues against the interest of his former colleagues in calling for repeal of the “carried interest” deduction. Thomas Frank Thomas Frank, who a lot of people listen to, has a new book called “Listen, LIBERAL,” and he is not kind about the affluent Democrats who look down upon the party’s working class roots. Website: http://www.tcfrank.com/ Chuck McCutcheon What does it mean when a candidate says, “let’s put politics aside?” Journalist and author Chuck McCutcheon explains it means, “shut up and do what I want.” Website: www.dogwhistlebook.com Morris Pearl Next, former Wall Street investor Morris Pearl speaks up on behalf of taxing the rich, like himself, and doing away with the tax break for hedge fund managers. Jim Hightower How Uber goobered and Lyft slipped down.
Richard Hasen on plutocrats in politics … Chuck McCutcheon on what the politicians really mean … and Bill Press interviews Charles Lechner, of “People For Bernie.” Law professor Richard Hasen is an expert on campaign finance law. He says the problem isn’t money in politics. The problem is BIG money in politics. Journalist Chuck McCutcheon has written a book essential to understanding the 2016 campaign: a dictionary of euphemisms politicians use to hide what they really mean. And Bill Press interviews Charles Lechner, an ex-Occupy Wall Streeter who now heads “People for Bernie.” Richard Hasen As Bernie Sanders denounces the effect of money in politics, campaign finance expert Richard Hasen says money doesn’t corrupt an office-seeker, but it does make a candidate viable. http://electionlawblog.org Chuck McCutcheon What does it mean when a politician says an idea is “counterproductive?” Journalist Chuck McCutcheon decodes this and all the other doubletalk of a political campaign, www.dogwhistlebook.com Charles Lechner Bill Press interviews the head of “People for Bernie,” Charles Lechner. Jim Hightower Where inequality comes from.
Every topic has its own slang, it’s own lingua franca. From football’s NFL stadiums to academia’s ivory towers to California’s beaches, every niche these days maintains a coded language of its own.To really understand these niches – to be clear on what’s behind the headlines, what people are really saying, what’s really going on – you need to speak the language. And if you don’t speak the language, you better have the right dictionary.Politics, of course, is no different. Here, “deep regret” is something you express only when you feel no remorse. “Bomb throwers” are celebrated, but “bridge builders” are sellouts. And the last thing you want to be is someone’s “good friend.”To help us navigate the doublespeak and double-dealing that define the language of politics: Chuck McCutcheon and David Mark. McCutcheon is co-author of National Journal’s Almanac of American Politics and co-editor of CQ’s Politics in America 2010. Mark is Editor in Chief of Politix and former senior editor at Politico. Together, they are co-authors of the book, “Dog Whistles, Walk-Backs and Washington Handshakes: Decoding the Jargon, Slang ,and Bluster of American Political Speech."
Journalist Chuck McCutcheon decodes Washington-speak … anthropologist Janine Wedel decodes the world of shadow lobbyists. And Bill Press interviews Christina Bellantoni, editor of Roll Call. With Congress back in session and an election coming up, journalist Chuck McCutcheon is here to interpret political euphemisms, explaining why calling someone “my good friend” is usually a lie. The author of a new book about political accountability says the conviction of former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell is an example of a new kind of corruption – violation of the public trust. And Bill Press interviews journalist Christina Bellantoni about Democratic prospects for retaining the Senate. Chuck McCutcheon Political reporter Chuck McCutcheon has written a dictionary of Washington euphemisms … or dog whistles as he calls them … to help us understand the Kabuki theater of Congress and the election campaigns. http://dogwhistlebook.com/ Janine Wedel Anthropologist Janine Wedel says the widespread loss of faith in institutions in America resembles Eastern Europe under late-stage communism. http://ineteconomics.org/people/janine-wedel Christina Bellantoni Bill Press and his guest, Christina Bellantoni, editor of Roll Call. Jim Hightower "Tough Texas" wimps out in Pentagon giveaway.
Fred Rotondaro says the border crisis is a pro-life issue. Journalist Chuck McCutcheon decodes Beltway blather. And Bill Press interviews Ohio Congressional candidate Michael Wager. Regular commentator Fred Rotondaro says the border crisis should be seen as a “pro-life” issue among Catholics, and others. Journalist Chuck McCutcheon explains the secret language spoken inside the Beltway. And Bill Press interviews Michael Wager, running for Congress in Northeast Ohio. Fred Rotondaro With the Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Jesuit Society pushing hard for a compassionate response to the influx of unaccompanied Central American children, commentator Fred Rotondaro says he would like to see Church leaders “turn the screws” on congressional Republicans. http://www.americanprogress.org Chuck McCutcheon What is the definition of “reasonable Republicans?” How about “adults in the room?” Sometimes they are one and the same, explains journalist Chuck McCutcheon, who has written a book about Washington jargon. http://dogwhistlebook.com/ Michael Wager Bill Press and his guest, Ohio Democratic congressional candidate Michael Wager. Jim Hightower The damning nuttiness of the GOP's "hell no" faction.