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This is a panel discussion with Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie Rowen, Egberto Willies.Topics:- Veterans' Administration cuts to staff and programs- Trump's slush fund of 1.8 Billion dollars- Campaign in Texas for Senate seat, now that Trump has endorsed Paxton as the Republican candidate- Trump's regime change in Cuba ambition- US racism- Accurate accounting seems to show better results in for ordinary people's lives 'socialist' systems WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Hello, Goodbye", performed by the Beatles, composed by Lennon and McCartney, 19967

This is a panel discussion with the following members:Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Jamie Rowen.We discuss many topics:= California's governor's election: candidates and process- Minnesota governor's race.- The victims of the "Metro Surge" in Minneapolis got no relief or compensation from the Minnesota House.- ICE is putting detainees to work at $1/day; in effect, slavery- In Texas, the Texas Democrats have asked Bernie Sanders and Pritzker to speak at their convention.- Trump is suing the IRS, offering to settle to 'use the settlement money to pay the January 6 participants"- Trump is threatening Cuba- Trump's visit ti China. Russia is currently a China client.- The future for the US-- The current government is hollowed out-- Needed: economic help to US population: raise minimum wage, provide universal health care, rebuild infrastructure, reform the tax structure, etc.-- bring power back to the local level, for greater accountability.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Prine

This is a panel discussion, and the participants are:Arnie Arnesen, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Bill Scher.The topics covered are:- The Veterans Administration, its importance and fate under Trump- The Senate race in Maine- The race in Michigan= Southern states are redistricting, under the assumption that race is no longer important, per SCOTUS ruling- New voting districts in Texas, and their effects for local elections- Likely voter suppression in 2028- Trump's push to reduce benefits for SSI and SS- Who benefits from the Iran war: China, Russia, the oil producers- Post-Trump: what will be next for America? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's How Every Empire Falls, " John Prine

This is a panel discussion that includes:Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Jamie RowenTopics:- The DOJ prosecution of the Southern Poverty Law Center- White supremacy as a central theme for Trump's appeal- AI threats: replacement of workers, effect of huge data centers on energy costs and water availability, dehumanization- What can an average person do? WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "That;s how every empire falls, " John Prine

Guests: Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie RowenThis is a panel discussion with many topics:- The increase in data centers, and the moratorium in Maind- The Straits of Hormuz, or as Trump calls them now, "The Straits of Iran"- The role of China in the war, and after- The world does not like Trump- Christian Right is increasingly moving from Trump- The affordability crisis- Eugenic goals of 'starve the poor, and refuse medical care to the poor'- DOGE effect so far: $861 Billion deficit WNHNFM.ORG  production

art 1:We talk with Lincoln Mitchell, Prof. of Political Science, Columbia University.We discuss the Hungarian election, and how the 16-year control Viktor Orban was ended by a landslide vote. We discuss how voters should demonstrate even after an election, as the Hungarians did, to show those who would try to roll it back that voters INDEED wanted the new path. Efforts should not stop on election day.Part 2:We talk with Nicola Santa Cruz, who writes about inequality in the southwestern US.We discuss the SNAP cutbacks, which shift 50% of the cots of the program to the states, rather than part of the federal budget. This means that vulnerable populations (children and the disabled) ere being dripped from programs, with no substitutes. We discuss what all of this means to those affected.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Prine

This is a panel discussion. Our panelists are: Laura Jedeed, John Martin, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare.We note that there has now been ordered automatic draft registration for men in the US. Recruiting efforts seem to focus on men only, with emphasis on white men.We discuss Mamdani's successes as Mayor of NYC.We discuss the 'ceasefire' in Iran, even though Israel continues its attacks.Iran has instituted a "toll" on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, defacto claiming Hormuz as its territory. Trump has indicated that he wants 1/2 of the 'toll'.The war in Gaza and Lebanon continues, with Israeli attacks on civilian centers and infrastructure.In the US, 2.5 M people, mostly children, have been removed from SNAP benefits. 25 M people are losing health care benefits. The is a result of the BBB.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Masters of War", Bob Dylan 1963 

This is a panel discussion with the following participants:Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Jamie RowenTopics:- Iran War, Trump's magical thinking- No incentive for Iran to resolve, and this existential- Trump's goal seems to be to destroy the USpart 2- The number one issue in US is health care, especially as the administration is planning to shift money to the war- The next large issue for US residents is economic insecurity- Birthright citizenship before the Supreme Court- Mail in voting attacked by admin, though Trump and his family all vote by mail- Todd Blanche replaced Pam Bondi at AGWNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Masters of War", Bob Dylan,

This is a panel discussion with guests Dave Levinthal, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Egberto WilliesTopics:- The Iran war is being cast as a crusade for christian nationalism.- Trump seems to not understand reality- NATO sees an opportunity to separate from the US: they are not supporting the Iran war.- Trump and his family are profiteering from the war- Corruption is rife among Trump's circle- The SAVE act will harm red states more than blue states- the SAVE act is a tool to cast doubt on all elections in future.  WNHNFM.ORGMusic: "Masters of War", by Bob Dylan, singer Joni Mitchell, 1962

This is a panel discussion. The members of the panel are: Chris Lehmann, David Levinthal, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen PimpareThe topics:- Pete Hegseth's posturing, less safety for Americans- Constitutional safeguards are gone- talk of impeachment for Trump- the chances of a free and fair election in 2026- advice:-- do not vote alone-- do not obey in advance- the actual weakness of the Republican partyWNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls," 2015

This is a panel discussion.The panelists are: Lawrence Hamm, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie RowenTopics:--The brain drain occurring in the US because of Trump policies. This will affect science and tech in the US in future.--The US appears to be preparing for war with Iran, and will likely be using Israel to start the war.--The deafening silence of Congress.--The death of Jesse Jackson, and the lack of respect shown by the administration, in contrast to the orgy of 'mourning' for Charlie Kirk.Part 2:--We discuss what kind of voter mobilization strategy Democrats should be using for 2026 WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how empires fall."

Susan Milligan, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron RosenthalThis is a panel discussion.Part 1:We discuss the declaration made by ICE that the "Metro Surge " in Minneapolis was a complete success. We note the killings of two American citizens, and the the kidnapping of more than 4000 residents of Minneapolis without warrants or explanations. This has cost the city and state millions in lost revenue, and lost wages and rents. All this while court orders are being ignored. We also discuss what kinds of employment a 'former ICE agent' is qualified for?Part 2:We discuss what kinds of accountability will be needed to rectify what is happening now?  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: John Pine, "That's how every empire falls."

This is a panel discussion. The panel consists of Arnie Arnesen, Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen PimparePart 1:Wed discuss the ICE detention centers that are being established in various states. We also discuss the deaths attributable to ICE activities.Part 2:We discuss the source of much of the budget that is being used by Russell Vought: USAID moneys. We also discuss changes made in NYX by Mamdani.WNHN.ORG production 

This is a panel discussion, and includes Ryan Cooper, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare.The topics:Trump as a symptom of the deterioration of US political system.Prime Minister Carney's speech, and how it has revealed the reality of the "new order"What should the new world be?Part 2:Stephen Miller's ethnic cleansing project masquerading as security.The 'abolish ICE' movementElections in 2026 not guaranteed.Strategies for voters: do not vote alone, do not give up preemptively, do no submit. WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: John Prine, "That's how every empire falls." 2015

This is a panel discussion withArnie Arnesen, Felipe De La Hoz, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie RowenPart 1:We discuss the continuing problem of Trump's insistence that Greenland is his for the taking because of his "psychological need", despite the US already having access to Greenland for security purposes. NATO members are sending some troops to Greenland. What ae China and Russia's goals here, and how is Trump serving them? Hegseth has purged many senior military staffers already.Part 2:We discuss Minnesota shutdown, and the resistance posed the population there. More ICE agents, and army troops are threatened to Trump, citing "insurrection", though it is the ICE agents who are stirring up violence.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: Buffalo Springfield

The United States has carried out its most direct intervention in Latin America in decades, capturing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a January 3 strike ordered by Donald Trump. Washington says the operation was aimed at dismantling a “narco state” and restoring democracy. But critics warn the move revives memories of past US interventions and raises urgent questions about sovereignty, legality, and regional stability — especially as the US moves to take control of Venezuelan oil sales as leverage. Dr. Lincoln Mitchell, Professor at School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack what this intervention really signals, how oil has become central to US strategy, and what the risks are for Venezuela, and US foreign policy more broadly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 1:We talk with Mel Goodman, a national security and intelligence expert, and senior fellow at the Center for International Policy and a professor of government at Johns Hopkins University.We discuss the Trump invasion of Venezuela, and the transfer of the president, Maduro, to US custody. This is part of the "Trump doctrine" of dominating the western hemisphere, apparently. We discuss the role of Rubio, Patel, and Hegseth, apparently, as co-presidents.Part 2:We have a panel discussion by: Adam Finkel, Lincoln Mitchell, and Stephen Pimpare.- Venezuela as a distraction from domestic problems in the US: economy, Epstein, and depicting Trump as a 'success'- the fractured and polluted information environment in the US- the government in the US is under control of a "mad king/"- attempt to overshadow Mamdani's inauguration in NYC?WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: David Rovics

Part 1We talk with Nancy Levine Stearns, a freelance journalist who covers corporate social responsibility. We discuss the complaint filed by Stephen Miller against the NFL for their DEI practice. Miller objects.Part 2We talk with Lincoln Mitchell, Professor at ColumbiaUniversity, who teaches political science. He is also the author of several books. We discuss the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife. We also discuss the seizure by the US of Venezuelan oil cargo ships, under flimsy pretenses. This kind of high seas piracy will cause long term damage to US shipping, making US ships targets for retaliation.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

The Relationship Between Antisemitism and Criticism of Israel | The CBS News Editor Appointed by the Ellisons Spikes a 60 Minutes Segment to Re Edit a More Trump-Friendly Version | Ariel Dorfman From Chile on the Election of a Far-Right President Who Will Free Pinochet's Murderers, Torturers and Kidnappers backgroundbriefing.org/donate x.com/ianmastersmedia bsky.app/profile/ianmastersmedia.bsky.social facebook.com/ianmastersmedia

Part 1:We talk with Nancy Levine Stearns, a freelance journalist who covers corporate social responsibility.We discuss the complaint filed by Stephen Miller against the NFL for their DEI practice. Miller objects.Part 2:We talk with Lincoln Mitchell, Professor at Columbia University, who teaches political science. He is also the author of several books.We discuss the deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife.We also discuss the seizure by the US of Venezuelan oil cargo ships, under flimsy pretenses. This kind of high seas piracy will cause long term damage to US shipping, making US ships targets for retaliation.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

This is a panel discussion. It includes the following guests:Egberto Willies is a political activist, author, political blogger, radio show host, business owner, software developer, web designer, and mechanical engineer in Kingwood, TX. Egberto is Host/Producer of Politics Done Right aired on Pacifica Network's KPFT 90.1 FM and other networks. Read his articles at his "Egberto Off The Record" Substack newsletter atpoliticsdoneright.com/newsletter.Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy and Director of the Master in Public Policy program at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, numerous articles, and the Host of the New Books Network's public policy channel.Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms. For more of Lincolns work you can subscribe to his Substack Kibitzing with Lincoln at /lincolnmitchell.substack.com/.Aaron Rosenthal is the Research Director with North Star Policy Action, a think tank dedicated to improving the lives of working Minnesotans. Prior to North Star, Aaron worked as the Senior Research Specialist with the Council on Criminal Justice and was an assistant professor at Simmons College in Boston.Part 1:Topics:-The health care crisis in the US.-The reaction of Trump to the lawmakers' reminding armed services personnel of their duty respecting unlawful orders.-Anti-abortion laws that are causing women to die for lack of medical care-The Trump crime familyPart2:-Trump's 'health care plan'The need for a US "new New Deal"- The need for more MTG-like defectorsWNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

John discusses the many revelations buried in the 20,000 pages of email and text messages from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. Among the most notable were Epstein's apparent role as advisor and confidant to Trump officials and Russian state officials, simultaneously. Then, he interviews political analyst, pundit, and writer - Lincoln Mitchell. Dr. Mitchell works on democracy and governance-related issues in the former Soviet Union, Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. He also works with businesses and NGOs globally, particularly in the former Soviet Union. In addition, he worked for years as a political consultant advising and managing domestic political campaigns.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lincoln Mitchell is sitting in for Arnie ArnesenPart 1:We talk with Alex Scrivener, Executive Director, Democratic Security Institute.We discuss the worldwide rise in fascist government actions, and what we can do to counteract them. We need a global anit-fascist movement.Part 2:We talk with Dean Preston, attorney and former member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.We discuss how Trump is threatening cities with Democratic mayors, and the reactions to those threats. In San Francisco, the mayor's reaction has been muted, while other cities' mayors are resisting.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

This is a panel discussion. The participants are Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Lincoln Mitchell, Laurence Hamm. Part 1: We discuss the election of Mamdani, and the wins for Democratic candidates around the country: a blue wave.Part 2.We discuss the electoral performance, and the demographics of the voters, and their choices.  WNHNFM.ORG   productionMusic: David Rovics

The James Comey Show Trial by Trump and Bondi Gets Underway | Trump's "War Within" is Underway and It Will Be a Long One | America's Sea Change of Views on Israel Two Years After October 7 backgroundbriefing.org/donate twitter.com/ianmastersmedia bsky.app/profile/ianmastersmedia.bsky.social facebook.com/ianmastersmedia

Federal court grants preliminary injunction blocking NH state law attacking diversity, equity, and inclusionLaw would have forced K-12 public school educators and colleges and universities to guess what was prohibited or risk loss of fundingThe court explained: "The breadth of the anti-DEI laws' prohibition is startling. The definition of 'DEI' contained therein is so far-reaching that it prohibits long-accepted even legally required teaching, and administrative practices. It is hard to imagine how schools could continue to operate at even a basic level if the laws' prohibitions were enforced to their full extent."Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy and Director of the Master in Public Policy program at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, numerous articles, and the Host of the New Books Network's public policy channel. Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms. For more of Lincoln's work you can subscribe to his Substack “Kibitzing with Lincoln” at /lincolnmitchell.substack.com/.”Jamie Rowen is a professor of Legal Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and the founding director of UMass' Center for Justice, Law, and Societies. Her work focuses on both domestic and international criminal law. Her book, Worthy of Justice: The Politics of Veterans Treatment Courts in Practice, is forthcoming with Stanford University Press in December 2025.

 opening thoughts:time to ask Republican Governor Ayotte and possible US Senate candidate John E Sununu (it works in every race by the way)1. do you support the release of the Epstein files...women who have been victims of sexual assault want to know and2. Florida has moved to end vaccine mandates for it's school children...do you believe in the efficacy of vaccines? Do you believe that RFK Jr.'s assault on vaccines will make America healthier? Do you think your state NH, should follow Florida's lead?talkers:Robert Arnold is a writer, poet, speaker, and activist from Helena, Arkansas. Known for his fierce, unapologetic voice, he writes about the American South, working-class struggle, racial justice, and the fight for democracy.His essays and speeches blend historical truth with emotional clarity, holding power to account and speaking plainly to the people. With a background in economics and a heart rooted in storytelling, he uses both facts and fire to challenge systems of injustice and inspire collective action.Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy and Director of the Master in Public Policy program at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, numerous articles, and the Host of the New Books Network's public policy channel. Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms. For more of Lincoln's work you can subscribe to his Substack “Kibitzing with Lincoln” at /lincolnmitchell.substack.com/.”Jamie Rowen is a professor of Legal Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and the founding director of UMass' Center for Justice, Law, and Societies. Her work focuses on both domestic and international criminal law. Her book, Worthy of Justice: The Politics of Veterans Treatment Courts in Practice, is forthcoming with Stanford University Press in December 2025.rethink the weekTOO FUNNY: “Some recognition that we're in trouble”: GOP scrambles to rebrand Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” The rebranding effort comes as GOP lawmakers trying to sell the legislation face angry town halls https://www.salon.com/2025/09/03/some-recognition-that-were-in-trouble-gop-scrambles-to-rebrand-trumps-big-beautiful-bill/US Hiring Intentions Pull Back While Job-Cut Announcements Rise Bloomberg. “US-based companies announced in August plans to add 1,494 jobs, the fewest for the month in data going back to 2009.”Google can hold on to Android, Chrome: federal judgeA judge ruled that the search giant would not be forced to sell off Chrome and Android https://www.salon.com/2025/09/02/google-can-hold-on-to-android-chrome-federal-judge/DOJ Opens Criminal Investigation Into Fed's Cook, Issues Subpoenas WSJ 

Part 1:We talk with Laura Belin, of "Bleeding Hearland".We discuss the current electoral landscape in Iowa. Who is likely to run, and possible outcomes.Part 2:We talk with Lincoln Mitchell, of Columbia University.We discuss how Trump's instability is destabilizing the whole world by his inconsistent and erratic policies and actions.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion.Our Guests:Ryan Cooper, the American Prospect's managing editor, and author of How Are You Going to Pay for That?: Smart Answers to the Dumbest Question in Politics. Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books.Stephen Pimpare, Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, including A People's History of Poverty and, most recently, Politics for Social Workers: A Practical Guide to Effecting ChangeAaron Rosenthal, research director for North Star Policy Action and the author of The State You See: How Government Visibility Creates Political Distrust and Racial Inequality.Part 1: The Topics: PEP program in Florida uses taxpayer education money for non-education uses The non-existing crime in DC being used as an excuse for imposing martial law The safest cities are cities with large immigrant populations: NYC and El Paso, Tx. The control desired by any coup leader: “control the capitol” The competencies of any new ICE agents- The ongoing attack on American institutions and people fascist displays Part 2:The anti-intellectualism of the administration, and how long it will take to repair the effects, if possibleWe are headed to a stupid white futureWhat actions will be needed to correct this state, and how long it will take. .WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

Part 1:We talk with Nicole Foy, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss the violence displayed by ICE when taking and imprisoning people suspected of being aliens. This is especially true when people are being taken from their vehicles. Bystanders are also being intimidated.Part 2:We talk with Lincoln Mitchell, who teaches at Columbia University."Fear is the best friend of the authoritarian regime." How the administration is using fear to control the populace.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

Part 1:We talk with Jacob Ware, Adjunct Professor of Domestic Terrorism,Georgetown UniversityWidely-published scholar of domestic and homegrown terrorism.We discuss the reasons why the military is not successful in meeting their recruitment goals. Young people are reluctant to join for many reasons. Most of those are the trauma that they experience as children in the US.Part 2:We talk with Lincoln Mitchell, who teaches political science at Columbia University.We discuss the mayoral election in New York City. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

Like All Dictators, Trump Now Controls the Security Services Via His Obedient Flunkies | A Young Latino Journalist Who Has Covered the LA Protests Since Friday | Is Trump's Triumphant Announcement of a Trade Deal With China and EXCELLENT Relations With Xi Jinping Warranted? backgroundbriefing.org/donate twitter.com/ianmastersmedia bsky.app/profile/ianmastersmedia.bsky.social facebook.com/ianmastersmedia

This is a panel discussion.Janice Rowen is Prof of Legal Studies at U of Mass at Amherst.Stephen Pimpare is Prof. of Public Policy at the Vermont Law and Graduate School.Lincoln Mitchell teaches Political Science and public Policy at Columbia University.Ryan Melton, a progressive who is running for state representative in Iowa.We discuss multiple issues:-The "Big Bill" being touted by Trump includes many cuts, not only the budget for SNAP. This will affect the recipients, but farmers and food processors, and grocery vendors.-There are no AI regulations in the bill.-The climate crisis is not being addressed.-The goal is to increase populace vulnerability.-Crypto is now to be accepted as a legitimate means of payment. Benefit to Trump.-Corruption in the government, including Trump's own financial trades and acceptance of foreign gifts.-White South AfricansWNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

Mayor George Moscone was assassinated in the San Francisco mayor's office by Dan White, a former member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, on November 27, 1978. And then White walked down the hall and also shot Supervisor Harvey Milk—in White's former office. Lincoln Mitchell rescues crucial details about Mayor Moscone from the shadows of this tragedy, and reminds us of Mayor Moscone's contributions to the development of modern San Francisco. First, George Moscone was a trailblazing progressive and powerful state legislator who was instrumental in passing legislation on issues ranging from LGBT rights to funding for school lunches. Later, Moscone's 1975 campaign for mayor was historically significant because it was the first time a major race was won by a candidate who campaigned aggressively for expanding civil rights for both African Americans and LGBT people. In addition to being a successful politician, Moscone was a charming and charismatic bon vivant deeply embedded in the fabric and culture of San Francisco. He grew up the only son of a single mother in Cow Hollow when it was a working class, largely Italian American neighborhood, and he became the kind of politician who knows bartenders, playground attendants, small business owners, and neighborhood activists in every corner of the city. Mitchell demonstrates how Moscone—through his work in the State Senate, victory in the very divisive 1975 mayor's race, and brief tenure as mayor—was a key figure in our city's evolution. Join us in person to find out why the politics surrounding Moscone's election as mayor, governance of the city, and tragic death are still relevant today. A Humanities Member-led Forum program. Forums at the Club are organized and run by volunteer programmers who are members of The Commonwealth Club, and they cover a diverse range of topics. Learn more about our Forums. OrganizerGeorge Hammond  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a panel discussion.Dave Levinthal is based in Washington, D.C., Dave has led Raw Story's newsroom as editor-in-chief and served as deputy editor of Business Insider, where he oversaw the publications political investigations and enterprise journalism.Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University.Stephen Pimpareis Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School.Aaron Rosenthalis the research director for North Star Policy ActionThe discussion covers many topics.- Cost of living for US residents continues to rise- The age of the members of Congress is high, not representative of the population- The regulatory commissions are not working- The funding of local elections is no longer local- The Qatar plane for Trump WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

This is a panel discussion. Our guests discuss important issues of the day.Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, including A Peoples History of Poverty and, most recently, ,Politics for Social Workers: A Practical Guide to Effecting ChangeSusan Milligan is a political writer and former White House and congressional correspondent for the Boston ,Globe,U.S. News and World Report, and the New York Daily News.Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms.    My new bookThree Years Our Mayor:George Moscone and the Making of Modern San Franciscois now available. For more of Lincolns work you can subscribe to his Substack Kibitzing with Lincoln at/lincolnmitchell.substack.com/.Laura Jedeed is a freelance journalist who primarily focuses on the American conservative movement. Her bylines include The New Republic, Rolling Stone, and Politico, and you can find her newsletter at BannedInYourState.comThe discussion :- There is a new pope, and he is American-born- Former Justice Souter has died- Trump is making new promises: tariff reduction, taxing the rich- Trump wants to shift from the dollar to crypto currencyWhat effect will this have on the value of US currency worldwide?- The panelists agree that what is happening now is destruction of the US: a) elimination of USAID has lost the US many friends, b) Universities and research institutions are under attack, and we now have "research refugees" who are leaving the country, thus preventing leadership in development, c)Media is under control of the administration, d) the rule of laws has been abandoned, since court rulings are being ignored, with no consequence, e) the US dollar is less important, since some countries are switching to other currencies. All of this is part of the "network state" playbook.- The US is trending to be a "christian" stateWNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

This is a panel discussion. The panelists are: Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, including A Peoples History of Poverty and, most recently, Politics for Social Workers: A Practical Guide to Effecting ChangeBob Hennelly Hosts What's Going On! Moral Monday on WBAI.He's an award winning print and broadcast journalist and staff reporter. He was with the Chief-Leader for years covering unions since 1897. Bob is also a regular contributor for Salon where he writes about the economy and politics. Over the years he has done reporting for CBS's 60 Minutes, the New York Times, the Village Voice, the Christian Science Monitor, CBS MoneyWatch, National Public Radio, WNYC, and Pacifica. He is the author of his new book, just released and published by Democracy at Work: "Stuck Nation: Can the United States Change Course on Our History of Choosing Profits Over People?"Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared numerous publications.topics:-The assault on colleges and universities, forcing them to fall into Trump's views, or face financial ruin. Some universities resist.-Threat of deportation/rendition to US born citizens.-DOGE theft of data from government agencies such as SSA and IRS.-Assault on federal employee unions, and destabilization of the Civil ServiceDeconstruction of the New Deal Social Contract Music: David Rovic, "It's up to you"WNHNFM.ORG  production

Check out my conversation with previous guest Lincoln Mitchell as we chat about Lincoln's new book, Three Years Our Mayor: George Moscone and the Making of Modern San Francisco. Look for Lincoln at the following events for his new book: April 29: He will be in conversation with Bill Issel discussing the book and what it can teach us about San Francisco today. Hosted by the Phoenix Project at the Roar Shack, 34 7th Street, from 6–8 p.m. May 1: He will be in conversation at the University Club with Corey Busch, who served on Moscone's senate staff, was a senior member of Moscone's mayoral campaign staff, press secretary and chief spokesman for Mayor Moscone, and was Moscone's chief speech writer. This event will begin at 6 p.m. May 13: As part of the San Francisco Historical Society's History Live! program, he will be discussing the book at 6:30. The event will be free in-person or online. May 15: He will be in conversation with writer and scholar George Hammond about the book at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco at 5:30 p.m. May 28: The Savoy Tivoli in North Beach will be hosting a book party, which will feature a brief discussion of the book as well as an exhibit of the works of noted San Francisco photographer Dave Glass. For more information about these events, including how to RSVP and buy tickets, go to LincolnMitchell.com. We recorded this episode over Zoom in March 2025.

This is a panel discussion.  The panelists are:Laura Jedeed, journalist who chronicles the right-wing movement.Lincoln Mitchell, a professor of Political Science at Columbia University.Stephen Pimpare, Professor at the Vermont School of Law.We discuss various topics that are in the headlines, and some that should be.-Cuts to programs--Head Start--Medicaid--NPR--courts across the country-The Systemic destruction of US institutions--universities--media outlets--law firms--museums--cultural institutions--foundationsThis full scale assault on US institutions and persons who represent them (individual lawyers, judges, protest leaders, etc.) is causing fear of the government among citizens.Trump defies court orders, with no consequence.There is an increased use of government terror, in the form of ICE, and the recruitment of police to suppress dissent.People are being 'disappeared'.There are likely to be only two camps remaining; Fascists and Anti-Fascists.Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025WNHN.ORG production

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This is a panel discussion. Our guests are:Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, and Aaron RosenthalThis is panel discussion.-We talk about how no one seems to be very perturbed about the actions of an increasingly authoritarian president-Oligarchy is now manifest in the US-Grift is blatant-School vouchers as a way to shut down the Department of Education-HHS now led by RFK Jr, an anti-vax, anti-science, and anti-prevention activist-The mainstream media essentially ignoring what is happening: e.g., the Washington Post buries the story of resigning prosecutors in New York on page 20.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

The Democrats as a Vision Starved Blob Made up of Candidates, Billionaire Donors and Data Addled Consultants | Trump Wins by Calling the System Rigged While the Democrats Remain Silent | Will the FBI Survive a Fanatical Pro-Trump Ideologue?

Rob Johnson hosts Lincoln Mitchell, Political Science Professor at Columbia University, in a compelling conversation about the increasingly powerful fascist movement in the US. Mitchell outlines the elements of fascism present in the MAGA movement, including its dependence on a strongman leader, the scapegoating of minorities, threats of violence and curtailing of freedoms of speech and assembly. Reflecting on the failures of the media and political establishment, they discuss the importance of rebuilding democratic norms and institutions.

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Author Lincoln Mitchell joins Talkin' Baseball to talk about his book- "The One Hundred Most Important Players in Baseball History." Baseball lore and history is filled with many valuable players, and not all of them are the Hall of Famers you know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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