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Trump is sending a clear message: he's not going away quietly. “ If you read The Washington Post, even The Wall Street Journal, but especially The New York Times, the question is, can MAGA survive after Trump steps down? “ There's arguments on both sides whether a popular movement can survive its creators. …   Al Gore won the popular vote in 2000 to succeed him. And what did Barack Obama do? He repudiated Clintonism and the Democratic Leadership Council. And he went hard to the Left. And the result of that is we got a destroyed or an irrelevant Democratic Party.” 00:00 Introduction: Is Trump a Lame Duck? 00:23 Trump's Media Trolling and Third Term Speculation 01:29 Historical Context: Movements and Their Leaders 01:52 Reaganism and Its Aftermath 02:49 Clintonism and Obama's Shift 03:28 The Future of MAGA: DeSantis and Beyond 05:46 Conclusion: The Enduring MAGA Ideology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[SEGMENT 2-1] From Ruin to Renewal 1 Where are the Trump naysayers? I know many still exist, though most have been silenced. This includes RINOs who aided Democrats in plotting the demise of Trump and MAGA. I spoke of the NeverTrumpers recently. They now want back on the wagon, as they continue to plot against President Trump and his agenda. Still, many of them have been silenced, as they watch the difference between competence and failure. Look at what the Left have learned about Biden over the past year. And what of all the reveals to come? How could you possibly have supported this idiot and his agenda. While many on the Left continue with their muscle-memory to oppose Trump, they now catch themselves, course-correct, and rethink their knee-jerk lunacy. Take for example all the outspoken entertainers and Hollyweirdos. For the most part, they have kept a sock in their pie holes as it relates to Trump. It's difficult to criticize the man when you have Biden to whom you can compare him. Also, we know that most of these Tinseltown twits virtual-signal publicly while privately supporting Trump's policies. Even they look at the hard-core idiots like DeNiro and Stephen King as too far gone. Many of these pansy-asses exist, awaiting the moment they can proclaim that they never supported Biden, Kamala, or the Democrats. Trump will be the new fashion for 2025, as the closet-MAGA fakes simmer. As soon as Trump does something “Trumpian”, they will pretend they've been down with Trump since circa 2016. “We had his back!” And Trump will have many opportunities. He could end Biden's proxy war with Russia. He's already making moves on the Chinese with trade and the Panama Canal. And in the words of The Carpenters, “We've Only Just Begun”.     I saw a stat that read: From 2021-24, approximately 6% of new jobs added by S&P 100 companies went to white males  [SEGMENT 2-2] From Ruin to Renewal 2   What's your plan to make your life better next year? Let's begin there, because without that you can't help others. If you haven't thought about it, and put it on paper with ACTION ITEMS, please do so. Help yourself FIRST. Then do that thing that is required for real happiness: help others. Make a plan for that. It takes a LOT less than you think. A phone call, a note in the mail, and occasionally financial help. But don't rely on the money aspect first. It's usually just letting people you love know that you're thinking about them. You're all special. But in 2025 I challenge you to be better. Not because we are measuring, because the measurement is in how YOU feel. I'm not judging. But I know God has given you much. Share it.     In a time of seismic shifts and reckonings, Americans stand at the precipice of profound change. Looking back at what we leave behind, we see a trail of political deceit, cultural absurdity, and institutional failures that have scarred the nation's history. But alongside this retrospective, there are memories we refuse to let fade—hard lessons and pivotal moments that underscore the resilience of truth. And on the horizon, a brighter future glimmers, with opportunities to rebuild on the foundation of accountability and common sense. Leaving the Past in the Dust  [SEGMENT 2-3] From Ruin to Renewal 3   Barack Obama's legacy is finally unraveling. Once hailed as a transformative figure, his impact now reveals cracks in the facade. From economic stagnation to divisive rhetoric, Obama's tenure ultimately set the stage for his handpicked successor, Joe Biden, who amplified the damage. Biden's presidency—a product of the political maneuvering orchestrated by Obama—exemplifies the erosion of American leadership. Together, they'll be remembered as the "Dynamic Duo Dingbats," emblematic of what went wrong. The Clintons, too, have been relegated to history's dustbin. Their attempt to align their name with families like the Rockefellers or the Kennedys faltered under the weight of corruption and scandal. Hillary's loss to Trump was the final nail in the coffin for Clintonism, a political dynasty undone by its hubris. Gone, too, is the outdated notion that Trump can't lead Republicans to victory. The old-guard Republicanism—rooted in compromise and tepid policy—has been supplanted by a new era of bold, unapologetic conservatism. MAGA has meaning, and unlike the Tea Party movement, MAGA has staying power. Americans have also turned their backs on the once-trustworthy media, preferring MAGA influencers for their truth. Years of lies and selective reporting have shattered any credibility these institutions once held. Few people believe the NY Times, WaPo, CNN, and the like. The numbers prove it and Van Jones said it recently [X] SB – Van Jones on media     "Belief in the science," as weaponized by Leftists, has similarly crumbled. From gender ideology to the mishandling of COVID-19, the so-called experts—whether in the FDA, NIH, or DOJ—have proven untrustworthy. Their failures are etched into the collective memory of a populace betrayed by those they were told to trust. Likewise, Leftist platitudes such as "saving democracy" and "for the greater good" have lost all meaning, exposed as cynical tools to silence dissent.     Perhaps most importantly, the tide is turning against the Left's normalization of the sexualization of children and the creeping acceptance of pedophilia. Criminals in government and culture will find their time is up as the public demands accountability. Lessons We Must Remember Julian Assange's plight stands as a stark reminder of what happens to those who challenge the status quo. His detention stifled stories that could have unveiled further corruption, particularly surrounding the Biden family. Similarly, the Left's denial of Biden's incompetence and corruption remains a damning testament to media complicity. How is it that the Bidens managed to dodge scrutiny while seemingly laundering half of Beijing's treasury? The Biden crime family's antics could fill a Netflix series—and probably should. As you consider what Assange might have accomplished if not tethered to the Ecuadorian embassy, remember all that our media didn't do. Meanwhile, the DOJ's relentless targeting of Trump, aided by state-level cronies in New York and Georgia, underscores the weaponization of the justice system. Their lawfare campaign has been nothing short of historic—an epic quest to find something, anything, to pin on Trump. Yet every grand charge against him has collapsed like a Jenga tower at a kid's birthday party. It's almost comical to watch prosecutors argue, “This time, we've got him!” only for Trump to moonwalk out of the courtroom. And then there's Trump himself, the ultimate troll. Who else could turn working at McDonald's into a political flex? While Leftists mocked him flipping burgers, Trump spun it as a symbol of his connection to the average American. Let's not forget his sanitation stint—cleaning up the political trash Leftists left behind—a metaphor so on point it deserves an Emmy. Every one of Trump's antics serves a purpose: to troll, to entertain, and most importantly, to expose the absurdity of his detractors. Speaking of absurdity, remember when Ketanji Brown Jackson couldn't define a woman during her confirmation hearings? That moment alone should be preserved in the Smithsonian as a cultural artifact of wokeism's peak. Meanwhile, Biden's record-setting pardons—37 criminals off death row and counting—have set a new standard for tone-deaf governance. By the time he's done, Biden's pardon list might include the guy who stole your lunch at work. And let's not forget Hollywood's Diddy scandal and the still-unreleased Epstein list. These dark secrets promise to unravel networks of power and corruption, implicating everyone from studio execs to politicians. Every day that list stays hidden is another day the internet's conspiracy theorists sharpen their memes. [SEGMENT 2-4] From Ruin to Renewal 4 Jimmy Carter died over the weekend. I would never celebrate a person's death, but I have to say I'm not unhappy that he's gone. Democrats milked that man for decades, and he was one of the worst presidents in history. Education Department was started by him. The Department of Energy. Who can forget the hostage crisis, and how he allowed Muslim fundamentalists to start terrorizing the world? I know he built a few poor people some houses, but it doesn't undo all the damage he did as president. Carter was the first president Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

[SEGMENT 2-1] Winning back the country 1 - Google's ad policy - Advertorial I will be posting a new segment for members of the Subscribers. Thanks for the wonderful feedback on the other show. I promise this one will be just as riveting. And I will not post it outside for others. That's my reward to you for helping me with the cost of freedom. It's not cheap, and my wife reminds me of our sacrifice, daily. Visit TKJN.com to see all that we do, all that you help us to do when you support my work. POB 542, Higley AZ 85236 for those who want to help out or just send a card or letter   How do you defeat the giant that determines your voice. Google is that giant. I got an email from Google, and it's alarming. It is a company who curtails our freedom of speech. Consider that what Google does blatantly violates that right.   We do not allow content that: makes claims that are demonstrably false and could significantly undermine participation or trust in an electoral or democratic process. Examples: information about public voting procedures, political candidate eligibility based on age or birthplace, election results, or census participation that contradicts official government records promotes harmful health claims, or relates to a current, major health crisis and contradicts authoritative scientific consensus. Examples: Anti-vaccine advocacy, denial of the existence of medical conditions such as AIDS or Covid-19, gay conversion therapy contradicts authoritative scientific consensus on climate change.   There is nothing about these subjects that should have allowed this nonsense to occur.  [SEGMENT 2-2] Winning back the country 2 - Trump's victories   [X] SB – Trump incited an erection   An acquaintance of mine reminded me of Trump's victories. But not in the classic sense. We know that President Trump won against the nonsense of him colluding with the Russians. He then defeated the Democrats in two impeachments. Then the Deep State swamp rats got him in 2020, or so they thoughts.   Title Suggestions"The Trump Takedown Tour: Dynasties, Deep State, and Ironies Unfolded""From Bush to Biden: How Trump Toppled America's Political Royalty""One Man vs. Washington: The Trump Chronicles""Trump's Wins Against the Dynasties and the Deep State Drama""The Fall of the Political Titans: Trump's Quiet Revolution"[SEGMENT 2-3] Winning back the country 3An acquaintance of mine reminded me of Trump's victories. But not in the classic sense. We know that President Trump won against the nonsense of him colluding with the Russians. He then defeated the Democrats in two impeachments. Then the Deep State swamp rats got him in 2020, or so they thoughts. The Unprecedented Fall of Dynasties Donald Trump didn't just enter politics; he detonated a political neutron bomb, reducing dynasties and institutions to rubble. To understand the magnitude of his victories, we must dissect the legacies of those he upended—and explore how these interconnected families and power structures came to dominate Washington, D.C., only to be obliterated by the one-man wrecking crew I affectionately call, The Donald. In these wars, Trump toppled political titans in a not so quiet revolution. The Bush Dynasty: From Bluebloods to Afterthoughts Let's begin with the Bush family. They epitomized Washington royalty, and their political journey began with Prescott Bush, a U.S. Senator from Connecticut and financier with deep Wall Street ties. George H.W. Bush expanded the family's clout as CIA Director, Vice President, and eventually President. Son of H.W. and older brother George "W" Bush would follow in the footsteps of his father, proving that the Bush political apparatus was a well-oiled machine—intertwined with defense contractors, oil conglomerates, and the military-industrial complex. Younger brother to W, Jeb Bush was elected as the governor of Florida. The role was considered a stepping stone to Jeb's inevitable role as president. In the 2016 race to the White House, Jeb Bush was a foregone as the Republican candidate, and ultimately the office in which both his father and brother had served--a feat no family in American history has ever accomplished. Instead, "Low Energy" Jeb was humiliated by Trump during the 2016 GOP primary. Trump's taunts reduced Jeb's campaign to a punchline (“Please clap”) eventually. Further, Trump exposed how disconnected the Bushes had become from the Republican base. The family's once formidable influence crumbled as Trump made the GOP his party, leaving the Bushes grasping for relevance. [SEGMENT 2-4] Winning back the country 4   The Clintons: From “Arkansas Hillbillies” to Fallen Aristocracy The Clintons' ascent from Little Rock to political royalty is legendary. Bill Clinton's charisma and Hillary Clinton's ambition transformed them into one of the most influential political families in modern history. Their control over the Democratic Party was unshakable—until Trump emerged. Hillary's 2016 loss to Trump wasn't just a political defeat; it was a repudiation of Clintonism. The Clinton Foundation, once a money-magnet for global elites, faced scrutiny and decline as Trump's presidency shined a light on the pay-to-play culture that defined their empire. Bill and Hillary, who once believed the White House was their birthright, now find themselves sidelined. The Obama Machine: Legacy Players with Little to Show Barack Obama's presidency was marked by soaring rhetoric, cultural symbolism, and the establishment of a political apparatus designed to endure. Figures like Susan Rice, John Brennan, and others from his administration transitioned seamlessly into roles that allowed them to target Trump. However, Trump systematically dismantled their achievements, from pulling out of the Iran nuclear deal to appointing judges who undermined the progressive agenda. More significantly, Trump exposed the hollowness of Obama's supposed “scandal-free” administration, revealing how figures like James Comey and John Kerry weaponized institutions against him. And while Obama's legacy appointees did manage to dethrone Trump, their victory turned out to be short-lived. The Bidens: The Crooked Crown Joe Biden represented the Democrats' last, desperate attempt to consolidate power. Trump's relentless focus on Hunter Biden's laptop, Ukrainian corruption, and the family's LLC schemes painted a damning portrait of systemic graft. Despite media efforts to shield the Bidens, Trump exposed their operations in ways that even Democrats now begrudgingly acknowledge. Joe Biden's presidency, a fraught combination of incompetence and malfeasance, underscores Trump's victory. The “most votes in history” president is now a symbol of failure, corruption, and political overreach. Hypocrisy, Irony, and the Deep State The interdependence of these families—Clintons, Bushes, Obamas, Bidens—and their shared animosity toward Trump speaks volumes. They were Washington's version of medieval feudal lords, trading favors and power while America's middle class bore the cost. Trump shattered this illusion. His presidency was a mirror exposing their hypocrisies:The Bushes, who profited from endless wars, denounced Trump's America First policies while pretending to care about national unity.The Clintons, champions of gutter politics, raked in millions from foreign despots while lecturing the public on ethics.The Obamas, race-pimp who decried wealth inequality, became multi-millionaires from book deals, Netflix, and corporate speaking gigs.The Bidens, cloaked in “Scranton Joe” populism, exemplified nepotism and greed.The Final Boss: The Deep State The Deep State is the last domino that needs to fall. Trump has battled shadowy bureaucracies and intelligence networks since his first campaign, courtesy of all the aforementioned players. These are the forces that orchestrated the Russia collusion hoax, the impeachments, and the raid on Mar-a-Lago with a "kill order". Trump's resilience in the face of such unprecedented opposition—multiple indictments, attacks on his family, and even attempts on his life—underscores his singularity. Washington, D.C., isn't just afraid of Trump; it's terrified of what his return represents: the dismantling of their carefully constructed web of influence. Trump's Legacy: A Movement, Not a Moment Trump's most significant victory isn't his return to power; it's the movement he's created. By exposing the rot in D.C., he's shifted the Overton Window and redefined what's possible. The dynasties may regroup, but their mystique is gone. As Trump once famously said, “They're not after me; they're after you. I'm just standing in the way.” With each victory, he proves that statement truer than ever. Trump didn't just defeat the families of Washington. He defeated the idea that they were untouchable. He showed them that if cut, they too bleed. That, above all, may be his greatest triumph.   An acquaintance of mine reminded me of Trump's victories. But not in the classic sense. We know that President Trump won against the nonsense of him colluding with the Russians. He then defeated the Democrats in two impeachments. Then the Deep State swamp rats got him in 2020, or so they thoughts. But let's take a step back and look at what else he defeated, that most people haven't considered. Trump defeated the Bush dynasty, the Clinton dynasty, and the Obama machine He took out the Biden Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Ashley and Doug discuss the self-destruction of the Democrats, the crisis around Keir Starmer, and the legacy of Fredric Jameson. What is the cultural logic dictating world politics in 2024? Join In for the Second Hourhttps://www.patreon.com/posts/112689820Support Sublation Media https://patreon.com/dietsoap

Novelist Tom Perrotta joins Fiction/Non/Fiction hosts V.V. Ganeshananthan and Whitney Terrell to discuss the upcoming midterm elections through the lens of his new novel, Tracy Flick Can't Win, his second about the title character. Tracy Flick serves as an avatar for elite liberalism—a way many view the Democratic Party, he argues, whether the Dems are aware of it or not. Perrotta talks about what it means for his character, and many Americans, to be Republicans at heart while finding it necessary to lean toward the Democratic Party in light of Trump-era Republicanism. He also reads from the novel and explains how #MeToo influenced his decision to return to the iconic heroine. To hear the full episode, subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app (include the forward slashes when searching). You can also listen by streaming from the player below. Check out video versions of our interviews on the Fiction/Non/Fiction Instagram account, the Fiction/Non/Fiction YouTube Channel, and our show website: https://www.fnfpodcast.net/. This podcast is produced by Anne Kniggendorf. Selected Readings: Tom Perrotta Election Tracy Flick Can't Win Mrs. Fletcher The Leftovers Little Children Bad Haircut The Wishbones Joe College The Abstinence Teacher Nine Inches Others: "Rhyming Action," by Charles Baxter, from Michigan Quarterly Review, Vol. 35, No. 4 (also in Burning Down the House) 5 scenarios that could decide the Senate in 2022, The Washington Post On Feminism and Fictionalized Histories: Curtis Sittenfeld Tackles Centrism, Clintonism and All Things ‘Hillary Rodham' (Fiction/Non/Fiction Season 3, Episode 18)  Charles Baxter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Blanchfield analyzes the long history of US gun violence and the American death drive. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/TheDig and get our weekly newsletter by email.Check out our most recent newsletter on the Progressive Era roots of Clintonism's conception of the "deserving poor" thedigradio.com/newsletter32Register for Socialism 2022 socialismconference.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Patrick Blanchfield analyzes the long history of US gun violence and the American death drive. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/TheDig and get our weekly newsletter by email. Check out our most recent newsletter on the Progressive Era roots of Clintonism's conception of the "deserving poor" thedigradio.com/newsletter32 Register for Socialism 2022 socialismconference.org

Dan's second episode with historian Lily Geismer, who he interviewed in 2019 about Don't Blame Us: Suburban Liberals and the Transformation of the Democratic Party. This interview is on Left Behind: The Democrats' Failed Attempt to Solve Inequality, which details the long history of Clintonism and the Democrats' neoliberal turn.Read the latest newsletter. It's on what Ruthie meant when she said abolition was another word for communism: thedigradio.com/newsletter31Listen to Geismer's first Dig interview: thedigradio.com/podcast/race-and-class-in-the-liberal-suburbs-with-lily-geismerSupport The Dig at Patreon.com/TheDig See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dan's second episode with historian Lily Geismer, who he interviewed in 2019 about Don't Blame Us: Suburban Liberals and the Transformation of the Democratic Party. This interview is on Left Behind: The Democrats' Failed Attempt to Solve Inequality, which details the long history of Clintonism and the Democrats' neoliberal turn. Read the latest newsletter. It's on what Ruthie meant when she said abolition was another word for communism: thedigradio.com/newsletter31 Listen to Geismer's first Dig interview: thedigradio.com/podcast/race-and-class-in-the-liberal-suburbs-with-lily-geismer Support The Dig at Patreon.com/TheDig

Jen Pan discusses why “cannabis equity” programs, which were designed to provide opportunities for victims of America's decades-long drug war, have been a complete failure. Paul Prescod talks about the importance of forging electoral campaigns deeply rooted in the labor movement. And finally, Lily Geismer gives a history of the New Democrats' assault on labor and social programs. Her new book is Left Behind: The Democrats' Failed Attempt to Solve Inequality. Subscribe to Jacobin for just $10: https://jacobinmag.com/subscribe/?code=JACOBINYTMusic provided by Zonkey: https://linktr.ee/zonkeyThe Jacobin Show offers socialist perspectives on class and capitalism in the twenty-first century, the failures of liberalism, and the prospects of rebuilding a left labor movement in the US. This is the podcast version of the show from April 20, 2022. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Curtis Sittenfeld discusses the mix of historical context and fictionalized character development—as well as the double standards every professional woman faces—in her new novel, Rodham. Sittenfeld joins Fiction/Non/Fiction podcast co-hosts V.V. Ganeshananthan and Whitney Terrell to ask the question no one else has dared to: what would the world look like had Hillary Rodham never accepted Bill Clinton's marriage proposal?  To hear the full episode, subscribe to the Fiction/Non/Fiction podcast through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app (include the forward slashes when searching). You can also listen by streaming from the player below. This episode was produced by Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan. Guests: Curtis Sittenfeld Selected readings for the episode: Curtis Sittenfeld Rodham You Think It, I'll Say It Sisterland American Wife Prep: A Novel “White Women LOL” from Oprah Magazine Others Chasing Hillary: On the Trail of the First Woman President Who Wasn't by Amy Chozick The President's Daughter by Ellen Emerson White Philip Roth John Updike Ulysses by James Joyce Wellesley, 1969 from “With Her,” a podcast by Hillary Clinton Hillary Rodham Clinton's 1969 Commencement Speech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/37268002 THE SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP (2010) charts the complicated dynamic between political allies/personal rivals Bill Clinton (Dennis Quaid) and Tony Blair (Michael Sheen). This light docudrama gives us opportunity to consider the nature of Britain and the U.S.'s "Special Relationship," the political moment that sparked Blairism and Clintonism, and to what extent the personal relationships of world leaders matter. PLUS: Jean-Luc Godard and the Ontario French school curriculum.

In anticipation of HIAW 6 (out this week for patrons!) we are releasing for the public the second half of this episode. Matt and Sean finish this extended look into the 1970s by answering the questions: Why did Carterism (spoiler alert!) fall apart over its internal contradictions? Where have the politics of personal virtue taken us? Why was Reagan the man of the hour and why was Clintonism his enduring achievement? How did neoliberalism become the economic consensus and what the hell is happening now that its entire political and economic edifice is collapsing? All will be revealed herein. The boys may have been tipsy off Tecate, but you'll need to pack that bong for a big old rip as 500 years of *systemic cycles of accumulation* are synthesized to make sense of this current pivotal decade that echoes so much of what happened in the '70s.

Aimee and Benjamin examine the political conditions that defined a generation of slackers, cynics, and neoliberal punks. They talk the influence of Clintonism in the 1990s, how "challenging the establishment" became a protest no one took seriously, and why so many "young democrats" running for president can't be anything other than managers of the liberal consensus.

You wanted a denouement? Here's your goddamn denouement. Matt and Sean finish this extended look into the 1970s by answering the questions: Why did Carterism (spoiler alert!) fall apart over its internal contradictions? Where have the politics of personal virtue taken us? Why was Reagan the man of the hour and why was Clintonism his enduring achievement? How did neoliberalism become the economic consensus and what the hell is happening now that its entire political and economic edifice is collapsing? All will be revealed herein. The boys may have been tipsy off Tecate, but you'll need to pack that bong for a big old rip as 500 years of systemic cycles of accumulation are synthesized to make sense of this current pivotal decade that echoes so much of what happened in the '70s. Become a patron at www.patreon.com/theantifada to access this and plenty more bonus content

In 1992, strategists James Carville and George Stephanopoulos changed the way campaigns are waged... or did they??? We revisit THE WAR ROOM (1993), D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus's acclaimed documentary about the Clinton/Bush election, and remember just how dispiriting the '90s were. "The Rise and Fall of Clintonism" by Ryan Cooper - https://www.thenation.com/article/the-rise-and-fall-of-clintonism/ "Is Trump the New Clinton" by Musa al-Gharbi - https://thebaffler.com/latest/is-trump-the-new-clinton-al-gharbi

Robert Reich, Bill Clinton's Labor Secretary, explains one of Clintonism's most dreadful results: President Trump. The new film Saving Capitalism, available on Netflix, is Reich's quasi-autobiographical documentary about the origins of contemporary political-economic inequality. The premise that capitalism ought to be saved notwithstanding, Reich offers firsthand insight into Clinton's rightward rush into the arms of Corporate America. Thanks to our sponsors at Verso Books. Check out Radical Happiness: Moments of Collective Joy by Lynne Segal versobooks.com/books/2576-radical-happiness And support us with your $ at Patreon.com/TheDig. We can't do it without you.

Ah....the heady days of 1993....when the Internet was but a gleam in Al Gore's eye, the heady days of Clintonism were just getting underway and the Buffalo Bills became the first team in history to lose three consecutive Super Bowls. Memories.... Yes, we're slowly inching toward the 21st century with our first ever phone call from President William Jefferson Clinton. In this weeks call, from January 31, 1993, newly elected President Clinton phones the locker room of the Rose Bowl to congratulate the Dallas Cowboys for their triumphant win over Buffalo - 52 to 17. Watching with Clinton in the White House are Texas Governor Ann Richards and New York Governor Mario Cuomo. At one point, Richards (sounding a little tipsy) starts getting threatening towards Cuomo but - as in true This is the President fashion - everything works out in the end.  Also stick around for Harmon's Presidential Impressions, This Week's Trump News, and a sneak preview of some of our upcoming episodes featuring none other than Monica Lewinsky. (We realize that was a little click-baity to put her in the title. But she's in the episode. Honest.) 

This week’s pairing tracks the rise and fall of Clintonism in America via two behind-the-scenes documentaries following dramatic Democratic campaigns: 1993’s THE WAR ROOM and 2016’s WEINER. In this deep-dive discussion of the earlier film, we talk over the advantages and limitations of Chris Hegedus and D.A. Pennebaker's fly-on-the-wall documentary style, compare the yin-yang personalities of stars James Carville and George Stephanopoulos, and, inevitably, wonder about the lasting effects of Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign on the 2016 election. Plus, some feedback from our last few episodes. Please share your comments, thoughts, and questions about THE WAR ROOM, WEINER, or both by sending an email to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bernie Sanders campaign manager Jeff Weaver sits down with Glenn Thrush in Philadelphia to discuss growing up in Vermont, his love of comic-books, Clintonism and what Sanders understands about politics that she doesn't.

This week Eric sits down with presumptive presidential nominee of the Green Party, Dr. Jill Stein. Eric and Jill discuss everything from the rot and criminality at the heart of US politics, to the need for grassroots organizing beyond just the election seasons. The conversation opens with an examination of the odious record of Hillary Clinton, and the destruction that Clintonism has wrought on the working class in the US, and on innocents around the world. The conversation also touches on Donald Trump as the terrible boogeyman giving liberals the excuse to support Clinton. Dr. Stein also utters the unutterable: US as imperial state. Eric and Jill then talk organization, the necessity of a "Green Panther Party" with community-based survivial programs and so much more. More The post Dr. Jill Stein – Episode 48 appeared first on CounterPunch.org.

This week Eric sits down with presumptive presidential nominee of the Green Party, Dr. Jill Stein. Eric and Jill discuss everything from the rot and criminality at the heart of US politics, to the need for grassroots organizing beyond just the election seasons. The conversation opens with an examination of the odious record of Hillary Clinton, and the destruction that Clintonism has wrought on the working class in the US, and on innocents around the world. The conversation also touches on Donald Trump as the terrible boogeyman giving liberals the excuse to support Clinton. Dr. Stein also utters the unutterable: US as imperial state. Eric and Jill then talk organization, the necessity of a "Green Panther Party" with community-based survivial programs and so much more.