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The People's Prince™ Bryan Safi has returned to LA after his Austin convention experience just after Spencer Pratt lost his mayoral primary race. Erin's bundled up at home watching Agatha Christie's Poirot and trying to get past all the subtle 80s racism and spit curls. Erin discusses North Carolina Republicans' latest attempt at anti-abortion legislation that deputizes any citizen to use deadly force if necessary to protect the life of unborn children. Bryan tells us about Canadian adult film star Milo Miles' recent 10 year ban from the United States after being detained in Toronto and questioned over two days by US Border Patrol over his line of work and items in his luggage. For our Kim of Queens Recaps and more visit patreon.com/attitudes Bryan's making his Off-Broadway debut July 10-August 15th! Attitudes listeners get $10 off tickets for the first two weeks of the run with code IMSORRY. Get tickets here. ⁠Join our Discord for watch parties, episode discussions and community! ⁠

The "party of life" is not hypocritical. It's selective.And this week, the receipts are overwhelming.North Carolina Republicans filed House Bill 1232, the "Human Life Protection Act," a constitutional amendment defining life at fertilization that would classify abortion as first-degree murder and authorize deadly force to "protect" a fertilized egg. Legal analysts warn the bill could ban IVF statewide. Meanwhile, the Associated Press published a devastating investigation revealing that at least 10 people have died by suicide in ICE detention since January 2025, the worst year in the agency's history. Seven had no record of violent crimes. Their average age was 32. The government called it "extremely rare."Also this week: the U.S. bombed Iran during a ceasefire and called it "self-defense." Cuba's foreign minister warned the UN that American military threats could cause a "bloodbath." Thomas Massie lost the most expensive House primary in history ($32 million) after pushing to release the Epstein files, and now says he'll release more names. And Ken Paxton, impeached, indicted for securities fraud, and divorced by his own wife on "biblical grounds," just won the Texas Senate Republican primary with Trump's endorsement after the GOP spent $100 million tearing itself apart.Pro-life? They're the party of forced birth, disposable people, profitable cruelty, and extremely selective compassion.Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review.Website: wesawthedevil.comInstagram: @wesawthedevilpodcast, @robin_wstdTikTok: @robin_wstdTopics covered: North Carolina abortion ban, life at fertilization, HB 1232, fetal personhood, ICE detention deaths, ICE suicide investigation, immigration detention, Ken Paxton Texas Senate, Paxton impeachment, Paxton securities fraud, Thomas Massie Epstein files, Massie primary loss, Iran ceasefire violations, Iran war 2026, Cuba U.S. threats, Marco Rubio Iran deal, Trump endorsements 2026, Republican pro-life hypocrisy, reproductive rights, GOP midterms 2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-saw-the-devil-unfiltered-political-analysis--4433638/support.Website: http://www.wesawthedevil.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevilDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2qYXdB4Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WeSawtheDevilInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast.

Are North Carolina Republicans making a winning move… or setting themselves up for defeat?A quiet yet powerful shift is reshaping the state's political landscape, and too many insiders are refusing to acknowledge it. Unaffiliated voters are no longer a side group or an afterthought. They are now the largest voting bloc in North Carolina, and in many races, they are the deciding factor between victory and loss.So what happens when a party considers shutting those voters out of the primary process?In this Go Right News breakdown, we examine the strategy behind excluding unaffiliated voters, the growing frustration driving voters away from both parties, and the real consequences of prioritizing ideological purity over electoral success. From privacy concerns to political disenfranchisement, more voters are stepping outside traditional party lines and demanding a voice that reflects independence, not division.The question is simple but critical: can you win a general election while pushing away the very voters you'll need to secure it?

October 23th, 2025, 5pm: North Carolina Republicans pass a gerrymandered congressional map as Virginia Democrats signal they are ready to throw their hand in the ring as the fight for democracy expands state by state. Meanwhile, one of the governors leading the charge, Gavin Newsom, sells out on his merch baiting Trump supporters. And later in the show, Nicolle talks through the betting scandal gripping the NBA.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina Republicans on Wednesday approved new congressional maps in an effort to boost their chances of holding onto Congress in next year's midterm elections. It's the latest redistricting battle since President Trump pushed Texas to redraw its maps. Political scientist Chris Cooper explains the implications.And, a new study by the independent health research organization KFF found that health insurance premiums are up 6% from last year. That's more than double the inflation rate. Matthew Rae explains the price hike.Then, parts of the East Wing of the White House are being demolished as construction starts on President Trump's ballroom. The East Wing has historically been the home of the First Lady's offices. Author Kate Andersen Brower talks about the history of the space.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Gerrymandering — the way politicians cheat by rigging maps of legislative and congressional districts — has become so rampant in the age of Trump that some states are taking multiple stabs at making their borders a mockery of democracy. North Carolina Republicans are about to make their 4th altered map in five years. We'll talk to Billy Ball of our COURIER outlet, the Cardinal and Pine, to learn more along with COURIER Senior National Political Editor Keya Vakil. Greg Bach joins us for our daily History Lesson and a review of the Billy Joel documentary. And we'll have more about the Brewers-Dodgers NLCS Game 3. Mornings with Pat Kreitlow is powered by UpNorthNews, and it airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through Friday from 6-9 am. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X, and YouTube. Guests: Greg Bach, Keya Vakil, Billy Ball

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Honest Conversations It's time to have an honest conversation about violent crime in America. Clay and Buck focus on two recent tragedies: the stabbing death of a 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska on public transit in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the murder of Julie Gard Schnuelle, a veterinary professor in Auburn, Alabama. Both crimes were committed by individuals with extensive criminal histories, raising questions about the failures of the criminal justice system, particularly regarding repeat offenders and lenient judges. Using these cases as a springboard, the hosts dive into broader themes of media bias, racial crime statistics, and the perceived ideological failures of progressive criminal justice reform. They argue that mainstream outlets like The New York Times and CNN downplay or distort stories that challenge left-wing narratives, especially when the victims are white and the perpetrators are black. The show critiques the media’s tendency to frame such incidents as “political symbols” rather than national tragedies, and highlights the role of viral video footage in bypassing traditional media gatekeeping. Trump on Crime White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressing the Charlotte murder, condemning Democrat-backed policies like cashless bail and restorative justice. She announces President Trump’s executive order to identify jurisdictions with such policies and potentially cut federal funding to them. Leavitt also touts Trump’s success in securing the southern border, noting that for four consecutive months, zero illegal immigrants were released into the U.S.—a milestone in immigration enforcement. NC Rep. Tim Moore North Carolina Congressman Tim Moore joins the show to give a detailed analysis of the criminal justice system’s failures, and a newly released statement from President Donald Trump. The episode is rich in SEO-relevant themes including Charlotte stabbing, violent crime in America, Trump crime policy, cashless bail, restorative justice, judicial accountability, and media bias. Congressman Moore discusses the bipartisan outrage over the murder and the systemic breakdown that allowed a repeat offender—arrested 14 times—to remain free. Moore reveals that the magistrate judge who released the suspect, Teresa Stokes, never passed the bar exam and was appointed, not elected. He and other North Carolina Republicans are demanding her removal and drafting legislation to hold judges personally liable when their decisions lead to violent crimes. Moore also supports federal efforts to withhold funding from jurisdictions that fail to enforce cash bail policies. The hosts and Moore emphasize the need for the full release of the stabbing video, arguing that public exposure to such evil is necessary to drive reform. They compare the media’s treatment of this case to the George Floyd incident, noting the disparity in coverage and public reaction. The video reportedly shows bystanders failing to help the victim, sparking a broader conversation about societal apathy and the erosion of basic humanity. How About Justice? President Trump speaks out condemning Democrat-run cities for enabling violent crime through soft-on-crime policies. He calls for aggressive law enforcement, praises the success of his crime crackdown in Washington, D.C., and vows to make America’s cities safe again. Trump’s remarks reinforce his administration’s stance on law and order and highlight the political divide over criminal justice reform. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in here to this ​Monday's edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen! Breaking Brett Jensen kicks the show off by talking about Senator Thom Tillis’s decision not to seek re-election and the political firestorm that led to it. Jensen dives into how Tillis’s stance against additional Medicaid cuts in the Senate’s budget deal triggered backlash from GOP leaders and even former President Donald Trump. Despite a strong voting record with Trump, Tillis’s public hesitations often stirred frustration among North Carolina Republicans. Later Jensen dives into the Democratic side of the race to replace Senator Thom Tillis. Brett discusses the two most talked-about potential candidates: former Governor Roy Cooper and current Attorney General Jeff Jackson. While Cooper has name recognition,Jensen argues that Jackson is the more viable option due to his youth, energy, and broader appeal. In an exclusive one-on-one interview, Jackson acknowledges that he’s not currently planning a run but doesn’t rule it out—citing his productivity as Attorney General and the steep financial demands of a Senate campaign. Listen here for all of this and more on Breaking With Brett Jensen. To be the first to hear about Breaking Brett Jensen's exclusives and more follow him on X @Brett_Jensen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Carolina Republicans reelected Jason Simmons as party chairman Saturday. He’ll be responsible for raising funds and organizing get-out-the-vote efforts for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. WRAL State Government Reporter Paul Specht spoke with Simmons ahead of the election. Specht shares details of the interview — including Simmons’ take on U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis’s upcoming reelection bid and President Donald Trump’s efforts on tariffs.

North Carolina Republicans and Democrats are coming together on a bill that would work to promote fatherhood and help to repair broken homes. That and much more on The Vince Coakley Radio Program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  What could the tragic 19th Century Irish potato famine have to do with modern Medicaid work requirements promoted by North Carolina Republicans? As author Padraic Scanlan documents in a powerful new book, the parallels between what the men running the British Empire did to the peasants of Ireland nearly two centuries ago and the […]

  North Carolina Republicans have enjoyed large majorities in the General Assembly for nearly 15 years, and during that period, Democrats have often done a poor job of crafting and communicating a coherent alternative vision to the GOP's hard right policy agenda. Recently, however, progressive Democratic legislators have come together to change that situation. This […]

Confirmation hearings continue for Trump's nominees, Biden says American hostages will be released as part of an Israeli-Hamas ceasefire deal and North Carolina Republicans try new arguments to overturn a state Supreme Court election. 

Republicans want to attach 'strings' to California fire aid, a judge clears the release of findings about Trump election interference and North Carolina Republicans seek to invalidate tens of thousands of votes in the state's Supreme Court race.   

North Carolina Republicans are literally trying to steal an election because it's a day ending in "y." SCOTUS will force TikTok to sell. Biden deployed the National Guard to fight wildfires. There's a class action against PayPal's online discount finder Honey. Anti-Semitic director and Lethal Weapon actor Mel Gibson blathered about his sequel to Passion of the Christ on Joe Rogan's dumb podcast. Evangelical dandy Kent Christmas caterwauled god will take vengence upon President Biden for awarding the Medal of Freedom to philanthropist George Soros. Pillow Czar and Trumpkin Mike Lindell was ordered to cough up the five million he owes to the person who proved his election fraud evidence wrong.  Years ago, a cosmetics oligarch got in Shitler's about Greenland. In Texas, feral hogs are terrorizing rural towns and we don't mean the politicians.

Guests: Sam Stein, Brendan Buck, Asawin Suebsaeng, Brandy Zadrozny, Doug Bock Clark, Tyler Aquilina, Donna Edwards, Charlie Dent, Tim Miller, Wajahat Ali, April Ryan, Molly Jong=Fast, Dean Obeidallah  Tonight: The plan for Trump's incoming administration. And RFK Jr. and what his potential confirmation to the Department of Health and Human Services may mean for the bird flu outbreak. Then, how North Carolina Republicans plan to undermine elected Democrats. Plus, how the NFL and Beyoncé are changing the streaming landscape. Also tonight, House Republicans prepare to elect their next speaker and how Elon Musk may get involved. And, Trump's tech bros spar with MAGA loyalists online over immigration. Then, the threat to journalism abroad and in Trump's second term. Plus, a few good things that happened this year.  Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Monday, November 25th, 2024Today, Trump is readying a slough of new executive orders on day one including rescinding the leave policy in for military reproductive health care; North Carolina Republicans vote to strip the incoming Democratic Governor of power; a Republican in Georgia has dismantled the Maternal Mortality Commission after ProPublica's reporting on preventable deaths; the ACLU and a number of other organizations have sent a letter to Congress urging them to pass reforms to the National Emergencies Act; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank you HelixGet 20% off all mattress orders HelixSleep.com/dailybeans  Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.comFollow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill substack|Muellershewrote, twitter|@MuellerSheWrote, threads|@muellershewrote, TikTok|@muellershewrote, IG|muellershewroteDana Goldbergtwitter|@DGComedy, IG|dgcomedy, facebook|dgcomedy, IG|dgcomedy, danagoldberg.comHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/Patreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, Smothered Benedict Wednesdays, is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, Democrats went on cutthroat offense at a House of Representatives Hearing called by the MAGA GOP.Then, on the rest of the menu, segregation academies across the South are getting millions of taxpayer dollars from school voucher programs; the US Senate approved a stalled federal judicial nominee in Oregon; and, lame duck North Carolina Republicans advanced extensive legislation that would weaken the powers of the incoming Democratic governor, attorney general and schools superintendent, elected two weeks ago.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where the Danish Navy sailing close and keeping tabs on a Chinese-flagged ship that left a Russian seaport after data cables were severed in the Baltic Sea; and, NATO's newest members, Finland and Sweden, have updated their civil preparedness guides with instructions on how to survive in war.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“It may be safely averred that good cookery is the best and truest economy, turning to full account every wholesome article of food, and converting into palatable meals what the ignorant either render uneatable or throw away in disdain.”- Eliza Acton ‘Modern Cookery for Private Families' (1845)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Ever since North Carolina Republicans took control of the state legislature in 2011, they've pursued a sustained and aggressive effort to remake the state's tax and budget systems. Repeatedly, they've enacted big cuts to progressive levies like the personal and corporate income taxes that primarily impact the wealthy, while slashing spending on core public structures […] The post Budget & Tax Center director Alexandra Sirota on the legislature's remake of the state tax system appeared first on NC Newsline.

Lovett or Leave It touches down in Charlotte, North Carolina for our first show back on tour! This week, Sydnee Washington gets Lovett up to speed. Tressie McMillan Cottom helps us slow down and appreciate the wordsmiths in our midst. Dante Pittman gets our heart rate up talking about extreme North Carolina Republicans, and we roll into our next show on the surging horse power of our audience's rant suggestions. See you in Asheville!Tour dates & cities: crooked.com/eventsPre-order Democracy or Else, out June 25th: crooked.com/books 

There may be a citizens-only voting referendum on the ballot this fall in North Carolina. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.

North Carolina Republicans have nominated a candidate for governor who might be crazier than all of the Republicans who ran in 2022. And that's saying something. POLITICO's Zach Montellaro joins Sarah to walk through Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson's political rise, and how his supporters and GOP detractors feel about him. show notes: Zach Montellaro in POLITICO: The most important governor's race of 2024 is about to have its own version of Trump Jessica Piper and Zach Montellaro in POLITICO: Trump's weaknesses with GOP voters go beyond the suburbs

A bonus podcast episode! Between blatant gerrymanders, power-grab laws and hard-line positions threatening the future of the state's educational and business institutions, North Carolina Republicans have shown that they're committed to anti-democracy. Democratic Leader of the North Carolina House Rep. Robert Reives is here to discuss.  ⭐️⭐️⭐️Sign up for Democracy Docket's new premium membership! ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Subscribe here: https://www.democracydocket.com/member/ Listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.democracydocket.com/defendingdemocracy/ Follow Democracy Docket! -⁠X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket -⁠Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket -⁠Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket -⁠TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket -Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket -⁠Subscribe to our free newsletters⁠: https://www.democracydocket.com/youtube-subscribe/ -Support our work and keep our content free: https://www.democracydocket.com/help-keep-our-content-free/

Joy Reid leads this episode of The ReidOut with the results of yesterday's Super Tuesday elections. Following her low performance at the polls, Nikki Haley announced today that she has officially suspended her bid for president. Plus, North Carolina Republicans have nominated Mark Robinson, a Holocaust-denier who once described the LGBTQ community as “filth” and denounced the civil rights movement of the 1960s, as their pick for governor. Robinson's Democratic opponent, Josh Stein, joins Joy to discuss. Finally, Joy and her guests discuss Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema's announcement that she will not be seeking reelection, following a controversial run in office. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Nikki Haley suspends her campaign and doesn't endorse Trump. Adam Schiff finishes first in California's primary, Colin Allred will face Ted Cruz in Texas and Ruben Gallego goes against Kari Lake in Arizona as Kristen Sinema announces she will not run for reelection. North Carolina Republicans nominate Holocaust denier Mark Robinson for Governor. And Joe Biden prepares for his State of the Union speech.

Beyond the presidential races, North Carolina Republicans and Democrats also have primaries for governor, Supreme Court, attorney general, superintendent of public education, secretary of agriculture and plenty of U.S. House races. WRAL State Government Reporter Will Doran breaks it all down.

Original Air Date: 8/16/2022 Today, we take a look at the strategies underway to systematically dismantle democracy in the United States including installing Big-Lie™ believers in elected and poll-working positions, preventing state-level Supreme Courts from holding GOP-dominated state legislators to the state constitutions, and wiping out tens of thousands of career civil servants from the federal government to be replaced by right-wing extremists. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Get AD FREE Shows and Bonus Content) Transcript Join our Discord community! SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: Republicans Caught Planning MASSIVE Voter Fraud - David Pakman Show - Air Date 6-2-22 Republicans are caught planning massive voter fraud in a mindblowing new report from Politico Ch. 2: Republican plans to use political operatives as poll workers alarm voting rights activists - PBS NewsHour - Air Date 6-1-22 Now, reporting by POLITICO details GOP efforts on the local level to challenge and potentially overturn elections. Rick Hasen, a law professor at the University of California, Irvine and the author of "Cheap Speech" joins William Brangham to discuss. Ch. 3: Inside Trump's Stealth Purge Plan with the Congressman Leading the Fight Against It - Beyond Politics - Air Date 7-28-22 Trump's top allies are prepping a plan to purge the federal government. They want to remove thousands of key decision-makers and replace them with MAGA loyalists, all through an Executive Order called "Schedule F." Ch. 4: 2024 Republican Hopefuls Support Trump Allies' Plan To Purge Government Workers - Ring of Fire - Air Date 8-4-22 Many of the possible 2024 Republican contenders have told Axios that they support the plan being put together by Trump's allies to purge career government workers and replace them with their own loyalists. Ch. 5: Fake Electors, Real Crimes and Much More - The Bradcast - Air Date 7-26-22 Explaining the plan to election 2020 election deniers into positions of power to influence the 2024 election. Ch. 6: Dark Money Is Fueling Election Deniers In Secretary Of State Races - The Ring of Fire - Air Date 8-6-22 Across the country, dark money is pouring into Secretary of State races to promote election-denying candidates. This money is mostly untraceable, thanks to our absurd campaign finance laws. Ch. 7: Judicial Coup SCOTUS Gerrymandering Case May Let GOP State Legislatures Control Federal Elections - Democracy Now! - Air Date 7-6-22 Carolyn Shapiro says a ruling in favor of North Carolina Republicans would be "extremely problematic from the perspective of democracy" and "could cause enormous chaos." Ch. 8: The Supreme Court Case That Could Upend U.S. Elections - All In w/ Chris Hayes - Air Date 7-5-22 "I always counsel against assuming that any one court decision is going to dramatically change the landscape. But this case is different," says Marc Elias on the Supreme Court taking up a case on state legislatures' authority over elections. MEMBERS-ONLY BONUS CLIP(S) Ch. 9: Fake Electors, Real Crimes and Much More Part 2 - The Bradcast - Air Date 7-26-22 Previously undisclosed emails between top associates and aides of Donald Trump expose how they coordinated their plot to present 'fake' electors in seven states to steal the 2020 election from the American people. TAKE ACTION: Become a Poll/Election Worker:  How to Be A Poll Worker Where you Live (US Election Assistance Commission) WorkElections.org (Fair Elections Center) Defeat MAGA Secretaries of State in Midterms: MoveOn "US v. MAGA" Campaign Help People Get Voter IDs: VoteRiders MUSIC (Blue Dot Sessions) SHOW IMAGE:  Description: A voter crouches by a folding table, his head is obscured by the white voter privacy box decorated with an American flag on each side. Other tables and privacy boxes can be seen in the large building foyer. Glass entrance doors can be seen in the distance. Credit: “Election Day 2020” by Phil Roeder, Flickr | License: CC by 2.0 | Changes: Cropped   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow at Twitter.com/BestOfTheLeft Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com

While the House continues to be in crisis from the fall of Kevin McCarthy and the Republican Conference's inability to unite around a new candidate, the 2024 Congressional races are well underway. Daily Kos Elections' own Jeff Singer joins us to run through some of the notable developments in the most competitive races, including George Santos's ongoing legal drama and Nancy Mace's strange theatrics.Host David Beard and guest host Joe Sudbay also preview the first round of the Louisiana governor's race, taking place this Saturday, October 14. They then discuss the new voting restrictions that North Carolina Republicans passed into law over Governor Cooper's veto and review the new Alabama congressional map that a three judge panel decided will be used for the rest of the decade.Subscribe to "The Downballot" on Apple Podcasts to make sure you never miss a show—new episodes every Thursday! You'll find a transcript of this week's episode right here by noon Eastern time.

It's Tuesday on KITM and whether you want it or not (and you want it) David Waldman and Joan McCarter are here to present the latest in news and opinion. Horrible things have been happening in Israel and Palestine, for Israelis and Palestinians, for quite some time now. But in the fog of war, where can you turn for valid, accurate information when even your favorite porn stars can't be trusted? WELL NOT TWITTER. It's no longer ethical nor sensible to share tweets anymore. Also, all the cool people have left. Cut it out. Blue checks are destroying the world, at least the bits they have contact with. Twitter has failed. Speaking of failures, look who's trying to sneak back to work — previous interim House Speaker Kevin McCarthy! Right when Patrick McHenry was getting a feel for the gavel too. It's only been a week but going back to Kev would feel like surrendering to the commies for MAGA. Whether Republicans are looking for MTG or AOC, Nancy Mace has got them covered. Meanwhile, Moms for Liberty is finding its talented clappers to be no match for authentic grassroots clapback. Florida is finally returning to releasing daily COVID-19 information. North Carolina Republicans are creating a “Secret Police Force”, while a St. Louis Cop sabotaged his own cases because he didn't like the prosecutor.

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023Today, in the Hot Notes: Trump's fraud trial in New York is underway with Judge Engoron presiding; California Governor Gavin Newsom appoints Laphonza Butler to fill the senate seat left vacant by the death of Dianne Feinstein; an appeals court has upheld the Tennessee and Kentucky bans on transgender care for minors; North Carolina Republicans are creating a secret police force; Matt Gaetz is threatening to oust McCarthy as speaker but so far he's all talk and no action; the Nobel Prize for Medicine is awarded to Kariko and Weissman for their work on the development of the COVID-19 vaccines; Bernie Kerik has been subpoenaed by the Fulton County DA and has asked for immunity; Elon Musk has been sued for defamation; a Capitol Police investigation into the fire alarm confirms Rep. Bowman's account of what happened; Justice Clarence Thomas actually recuses himself from a case; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Want some sweet Daily Beans Merchhttps://shop.dailybeanspod.com/Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Follow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Follow Mueller, She Wrote on Posthttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://twitter.com/dailybeanspodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@muellershewrotehttps://instagram.com/muellershewroteDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedyhttps://www.instagram.com/dgcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/dgcomedyDon't Ask Don't Tell Resources For VeteransGoogle Doc of legislation threatening trans people and their families:LGBTQ+ Legislative TrackingHave some good news; a confession; or a correction?Good News & Confessions - The Daily BeansFrom the Good Newshttps://www.eugeneenvironmentalfilmfestival.orgListener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://dailybeans.supercast.techOrhttps://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

North Carolina Republicans voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto on the "Fairness in Women's Sports Act." The law prohibits biological males from competing in female competitive sports in public schools.  Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By a 2-0 decision, voting along ideological lines, David Waldman and Greg Dworkin decided on making a Monday KITM: The Supreme Court ended affirmative action. Americans are divided on the court's colorblind decision, literally by shade. Clarence Thomas gifted the US military and penal systems the Black people they need, well, for their own good, and to finally win that argument that he had back in college. Also, to teach Anita Hill, Ketanji Brown Jackson, etc. a thing or two.  Justice Jackson saw through all that and let Thomas know. Of course, these dissents are just liberal tears if nothing is done. It's the era of judicial “pretzeling”… if that means lying and omissions to justify decisions. North Carolina Republicans are too extreme for even this Supreme Court and are still planning to burn it all down following the court's decision. The first thing Jack Smith will do is come for the Lawyers. Will Bidenomics both help out people in rural communities… and convince rural voters to vote Democratic?

North Carolina Republicans take aim at the state's board of elections, Illinois is the first state to outlaw book bans, and Wisconsin Republicans push to gut diversity and inclusion programs at state universities.

North Carolina Republicans are holding their state convention this weekend in Greensboro and will hear from three presidential candidates. President Joe Biden visited North Carolina Friday. Budget negotiators are taking the weekend off, but chairs hope to have their work done Tuesday. Plus: Sports gambling, Blue Cross bills await the governor's signature and the General Assembly is about to fight an awful lot about election rules.

Democrats notched some critical victories in last night's elections, while Desantis had a very bad night. We'll dive into the returns. North Carolina Republicans pushed through a restrictive abortion law, overriding the Governor's veto. How did a purple state yield a Republican supermajority – and what will this all mean for the women of North Carolina? We'll then turn to the debt limit fight. Biden and members of congress are set to meet today. How close are they to compromise? And if they can't, can Biden just ignore the debt ceiling? Some legal scholars say yes. Then: As we predicated, CNN totally screwed up their Trump town hall. We'll size up the arguments for and against their decision to “platform” Trump — and give you our take. Finally, Elon Musk is under fire for suppressing speech in Turkey on the eve of a critical election. Is this self-proclaimed free speech hero prioritizing his wallet over his values? Will his newly announced replacement as CEO make any bit of a difference? This is Majority 54! Find your corner office comfort. Head to rhone.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to save 20% off your entire order! Head to fastgrowingtrees.com/54 right now to get 15% off your entire order! Helix is offering up to 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/MAJORITY54! This is their best offer yet and it won't last long! With Helix, better sleep starts now. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order. Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54 Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKander Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/ Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGupta Ravi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a Democratic pro-choice representative defected from her party, North Carolina Republicans instantly secured a veto-proof supermajority in the state legislature. Then, they quickly sent a bill that restricts abortion to their Democratic governor's desk, and overrode his veto, ending North Carolina's time as an abortion destination in the southeastern United States. Guest: Rebecca J. Kreitzer, associate professor of public policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and expert on abortion politics and policy. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thursday, May 18th, 2023    Today, in the Hot Notes: the National Archives responds to a Special Counsel subpoena in the Trump Mar-a-Lago documents case; another Trump lawyer abandons ship; North Carolina Republicans override the Democratic Governor's veto of its abortion ban; big wins for Democrats in mayoral elections; SCOTUS will NOT block Illinois' assault weapons ban; Rudy Giuliani is hit with another lawsuit; Ohio Republicans want to make it harder to amend the State Constitution; Senate Democrats urge Biden to invoke the 14th Amendment to bypass the Republican manufactured debt ceiling crisis; plus AG and Dana deliver your Good News.Our GuestBrandon Deroche: Founder and CEO of Propellerhttps://propeller.lahttps://www.instagram.com/propeller.lahttps://twitter.com/ProplrWant some sweet Daily Beans Merchhttps://shop.dailybeanspod.com/Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Follow AG and Dana on Twitter:Dr. Allison Gill https://twitter.com/allisongillhttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://twitter.com/dailybeanspodDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedy Google Doc of current legislation threatening trans people and their families:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fTxHLjBa86GA7WCT-V6AbEMGRFPMJndnaVGoZZX4PMw/edit?usp=sharingHave some good news; a confession; or a correction?https://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://dailybeans.supercast.techOrhttps://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcastshttps://apple.co/3UKzKt0

When a Democratic pro-choice representative defected from her party, North Carolina Republicans instantly secured a veto-proof supermajority in the state legislature. Then, they quickly sent a bill that restricts abortion to their Democratic governor's desk, and overrode his veto, ending North Carolina's time as an abortion destination in the southeastern United States. Guest: Rebecca J. Kreitzer, associate professor of public policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and expert on abortion politics and policy. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a Democratic pro-choice representative defected from her party, North Carolina Republicans instantly secured a veto-proof supermajority in the state legislature. Then, they quickly sent a bill that restricts abortion to their Democratic governor's desk, and overrode his veto, ending North Carolina's time as an abortion destination in the southeastern United States. Guest: Rebecca J. Kreitzer, associate professor of public policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and expert on abortion politics and policy. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a Democratic pro-choice representative defected from her party, North Carolina Republicans instantly secured a veto-proof supermajority in the state legislature. Then, they quickly sent a bill that restricts abortion to their Democratic governor's desk, and overrode his veto, ending North Carolina's time as an abortion destination in the southeastern United States. Guest: Rebecca J. Kreitzer, associate professor of public policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and expert on abortion politics and policy. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you'll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

North Carolina Republicans reapproved a 12-week abortion ban. This motion overruled the veto of the state's Democratic governor. Obama & Nate Burleson https://www.toddhuffshow.com/stack-of-stuff Email: todd@toddhuffshow.comPhone: 317.210.2830Follow us on…Instagram: @toddhuffshowFacebook: The Todd Huff ShowTwitter: @toddhuffshowLinkedIn: The Todd Huff ShowLinks:https://www.mypillow.com/toddhttps://mystore.com/toddhttps://www.modere.com/?referralCode=5895745New Modere customers receive $10 off their first order.Support Our Partners:https://www.toddhuffshow.com/partners

The Texas legislature aims to strip local control from cities, North Carolina Republicans override a veto of the state's abortion ban, and the Supreme Court says an assault weapons ban in Illinois can stay, for now.

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First: Both the White House and Republicans are more upbeat after President Biden tapped three trusted aids to negotiate directly with the House speaker's team. But giant policy divides remain, despite big progress with the process.  Plus: The Carolinas take center stage in the abortion debate. North Carolina Republicans override the governor's veto to enact a 12-week ban. In South Carolina, a six-week ban is the subject of a marathon debate.  And: We review the results of some big primaries last night. Trump-backed candidate Daniel Cameron is now the Republican choice to challenge Kentucky's Democratic governor. Pennsylvania and Florida voters delivered some off-year surprises. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

North Carolina Republicans override the Governor's veto and ban abortions after 12-weeks. A former Democratic State Representative who campaigned on abortion rights before switching parties last month, cast the deciding vote. Plus, the Secret Service is investigating how an intruder made his way into National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan's home despite being under its 24/7 protection. And, an Illinois girl missing for six-years in North Carolina is found after a store employee recognized the now 15-year-old and called the police.Also this morning: parents protest as NYC school gyms are used as migrant shelters, the House could take up a resolution to expel Rep. Santos as soon as tonight, and Congress explores A.I. regulation in a meeting with tech industry experts. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we discuss the Angel Reese backlash, North Carolina Republicans look to ax participation trophies with new bill, "BORG" the new TikTok college drinking trend raises alarms and coping with the loss of a "situationship" aka "friends with benefits" relationship.

Update: On Feb. 3, 2023, the North Carolina Supreme Court agreed to rehear both cases. Find out more here. North Carolina's Republican-controlled Legislature wants the newly red state Supreme Court to rehear two major voting rights cases that they lost last term. Marc and Paige discuss how this is just North Carolina Republicans' latest scheme in its long history of undermining free and fair elections. Make sure you're following us on all platforms. Twitter Post Facebook Instagram TikTok Mastodon Subscribe to our free newsletters | Support our work Related links: GOP Lawmakers Want Re-do of Partisan Gerrymandering Case After North Carolina Supreme Court Flips North Carolina Republicans Ask State Supreme Court To Rehear Photo ID Law Read The Latest Gambit From North Carolina Republicans by Marc Elias Read: Partisan Control Was on the Line in These State Supreme Court Races by Mac Brower Shelby County v. Holder Moore v. Harper Holmes v. Moore Community Success Initiative v. Moore

Air Date 8/16/2022 Today, we take a look at the strategies underway to systematically dismantle democracy in the United States including installing Big-Lie™ believers in elected and poll-working positions, preventing state-level Supreme Courts from holding GOP-dominated state legislators to the state constitutions, and wiping out tens of thousands of career civil servants from the federal government to be replaced by right-wing extremists.  Leave us a message at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com  Transcript BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Get AD FREE Shows and Bonus Content) Join our Discord community! SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: Republicans Caught Planning MASSIVE Voter Fraud - David Pakman Show - Air Date 6-2-22 A mindblowing new report from Politico Ch. 2: Republican plans to use political operatives as poll workers alarm voting rights activists - PBS NewsHour - Air Date 6-1-22 Now, reporting by POLITICO details GOP efforts on the local level to challenge and potentially overturn elections. Rick Hasen, a law professor at the University of California, Irvine and the author of "Cheap Speech" joins William Brangham to discuss. Ch. 3: Inside Trump's Stealth Purge Plan with the Congressman Leading the Fight Against It - Beyond Politics - Air Date 7-28-22 Trump's top allies are prepping a plan to purge the federal government. They want to remove thousands of key decision-makers and replace them with MAGA loyalists, all through an Executive Order called "Schedule F." Ch. 4: 2024 Republican Hopefuls Support Trump Allies' Plan To Purge Government Workers - Ring of Fire - Air Date 8-4-22 Many of the possible 2024 Republican contenders have told Axios that they support the plan being put together by Trump's allies to purge career government workers and replace them with their own loyalists. Ch. 5: Fake Electors, Real Crimes and Much More - The Bradcast - Air Date 7-26-22 Explaining the plan to elect 2020 election deniers into positions of power to influence the 2024 election. Ch. 6: Dark Money Is Fueling Election Deniers In Secretary Of State Races - The Ring of Fire - Air Date 8-6-22 Across the country, dark money is pouring into Secretary of State races to promote election-denying candidates. Ch. 7: Judicial Coup SCOTUS Gerrymandering Case May Let GOP State Legislatures Control Federal Elections - Democracy Now! - Air Date 7-6-22 Carolyn Shapiro says a ruling in favor of North Carolina Republicans would be "extremely problematic from the perspective of democracy." Ch. 8: The Supreme Court Case That Could Upend U.S. Elections - All In w/ Chris Hayes - Air Date 7-5-22 "I always counsel against assuming that any one court decision is going to dramatically change the landscape. But this case is different," says Marc Elias on the Supreme Court taking up a case on state legislatures' authority over elections. MEMBERS-ONLY BONUS CLIP(S) Ch. 9: Fake Electors, Real Crimes and Much More Part 2 - The Bradcast - Air Date 7-26-22 Previously undisclosed emails between top associates and aides of Donald Trump expose how they coordinated their plot to present 'fake' electors in seven states to steal the 2020 election. VOICEMAILS Ch. 10: Power is the ability to act - Pat from Chicago FINAL COMMENTS Ch. 11: Final comments on building movement power Become a Poll/Election Worker:  How to Be A Poll Worker Where you Live (US Election Assistance Commission) WorkElections.org (Fair Elections Center) Defeat MAGA Secretaries of State in Midterms: MoveOn "US v. MAGA" Campaign Help People Get Voter IDs: VoteRiders MUSIC (Blue Dot Sessions) SHOW IMAGE:  Description: A voter crouches by a folding table, his head is obscured by the white voter privacy box decorated with an American flag on each side. Other tables and privacy boxes can be seen in the large building foyer. Glass entrance doors can be seen in the distance. Credit: “Election Day 2020” by Phil Roeder, Flickr | License: CC by 2.0 | Changes: Cropped

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