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Democratic Socialists are winning election after election and will have a number of representatives in Congress. What will happen to our society as they continue to gain power? The answers are not encouraging.Original article: https://mises.org/mises-wire/democratic-socialists-one-vote-one-time

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: How One Vote sparked Hope on Budapest's Sunny Streets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-06-20-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A városháza előtt a sor hosszúnak tűnt, de a nyári nap kellemesen sütött Budapest felett.En: In front of the városháza the line seemed long, but the summer sun was pleasantly shining over Budapest.Hu: Az emberek csendesen beszélgettek, néha nevetés tört elő a sor különböző pontjairól.En: People were quietly chatting, and occasionally laughter burst from different points of the line.Hu: Ildikó, a fiatal grafikus, mellettük állt az árnyékban.En: Ildikó, the young graphic designer, stood in the shade beside them.Hu: Még mindig nem volt biztos abban, hogy szavazata bármin is változtatna.En: She was still unsure if her vote would change anything.Hu: Egész reggel azon gondolkodott, érdemes-e egyáltalán itt lennie.En: All morning she had been pondering whether it was worth being there at all.Hu: Mivel a sor lassan mozgott, Ildikó és Zoltán egymás mellé sodródtak.En: As the line moved slowly, Ildikó and Zoltán ended up next to each other.Hu: Zoltán középkorú történelemtanár volt, aki mindig hitt az egyéni cselekedetek erejében.En: Zoltán, a middle-aged history teacher, always believed in the power of individual actions.Hu: Ildikó észrevette, hogy Zoltán arcán derűs mosoly játszik.En: Ildikó noticed the cheerful smile playing on Zoltán's face.Hu: – Szia!En: "Hi!"Hu: – köszönt Ildikónak Zoltán barátságosan.En: Zoltán greeted Ildikó warmly.Hu: – Gyönyörű nap választani, nem igaz?En: "It's a beautiful day to vote, isn't it?"Hu: Ildikó meglepődött a hirtelen megszólításon, de végül elmosolyodott.En: Ildikó was surprised by the sudden address but eventually smiled.Hu: – Igen, az biztos.En: "Yes, that's for sure.Hu: Bár néha úgy érzem, hogy semmi sem változik.En: Although sometimes I feel like nothing changes."Hu: Zoltán bólintott, de a szemében érdeklődés csillant.En: Zoltán nodded, a spark of interest shining in his eyes.Hu: – Tudod, egyszer tanúja voltam annak, hogy egyetlen szavazat mennyit jelentett.En: "You know, I once witnessed how much a single vote meant.Hu: Egy kis közösség élete megváltozott, mindössze néhány ember elkötelezett részvételével.En: The life of a small community changed, with just a few people's committed participation.Hu: Azóta hiszek benne, hogy minden szavazat számít.En: Since then, I've believed that every vote counts."Hu: Ildikó figyelmesen hallgatta, szinte elveszett Zoltán szavaiban.En: Ildikó listened attentively, almost lost in Zoltán's words.Hu: – Tényleg?En: "Really?"Hu: – kérdezte óvatosan.En: she asked cautiously.Hu: – Mit tettek?En: "What did they do?"Hu: Zoltán mesélni kezdett egy történetet egy kis faluról, ahol a lakosok összefogva új iskolát építettek a gyerekeknek.En: Zoltán began to tell a story about a small village where the residents came together to build a new school for the children.Hu: Mindannyian egyetértettek abban, hogy a változást csak közösen tudják elérni.En: They all agreed that change could only be achieved together.Hu: Ildikó elgondolkodott, aztán sóhajtott.En: Ildikó pondered for a moment and then sighed.Hu: – Talán nem vagyok elég optimista, de szeretném hinni, hogy számít, amit teszünk – mondta.En: "Perhaps I'm not optimistic enough, but I'd like to believe that what we do matters," she said.Hu: – Köszönöm, hogy megosztottad velem ezt a történetet.En: "Thank you for sharing that story with me."Hu: Ahogy közeledtek a szavazóhelyiséghez, Ildikóban valami változni kezdett.En: As they approached the polling station, something began to change in Ildikó.Hu: Érezte, hogy új remény ébred benne.En: She felt a new hope rising within her.Hu: Meglehetősen szokatlan volt számára, de úgy döntött, hogy megosztja Zoltánnal a kávézás ötletét.En: It was quite unusual for her, but she decided to share a coffee idea with Zoltán.Hu: – Mit szólnál, ha a szavazás után innánk egy kávét?En: "What would you say to having a coffee after voting?"Hu: – kérdezte félénken.En: she asked shyly.Hu: – Érdekelne még többet hallani erről.En: "I would love to hear more about this."Hu: Zoltán széles mosollyal válaszolt.En: Zoltán responded with a broad smile.Hu: – Nagyon szívesen!En: "I would be delighted!Hu: Öröm lenne tovább beszélgetni veled.En: It would be a pleasure to continue talking with you."Hu: Nemsokára Ildikó elhagyta a szavazóhelyiséget, ezúttal mosollyal az arcán és szívében új céllal.En: Soon, Ildikó left the polling station, this time with a smile on her face and a new purpose in her heart.Hu: Nemcsak azt érezte, hogy a szavazata számít, de arra is kíváncsi volt, hogy milyen új kapcsolatot alakíthat ki Zoltánnal.En: She not only felt that her vote mattered, but she was also curious about what new relationship she might form with Zoltán.Hu: A nyári nap továbbra is melegen sütött, de valami más is melegen tartotta Ildikó szívét – a remény és a változás lehetősége.En: The summer sun continued to shine warmly, but something else also warmed Ildikó's heart—the possibility of hope and change. Vocabulary Words:pondering: gondolkodottburst: kitörtshade: árnyékunsure: nem biztosspark: csillantwitnessed: tanúja voltcommitted: elkötelezettattentively: figyelmesencautiously: óvatosancommunity: közösségresidents: lakosokachieved: elérnioptimistic: optimistaapproached: közeledtekpurpose: célcurious: kíváncsiwarmly: barátságosanoccasionally: néhaparticipation: részvételrelationship: kapcsolatdelighted: örülnesigh: sóhajtshyly: félénkenagree: egyetértetteknew: újpossibility: lehetőségoccasion: alkalomcheerful: derűsvoting: választásremind: emlékeztet

Fluent Fiction - Danish: One Vote's Power: A Summer Day of Change and Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-20-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede klart over byen, og sommerens blomster prydede vejene omkring det lokale afstemningssted.En: The sun shone brightly over the city, and the summer's flowers adorned the roads around the local polling station.Da: Farverige bannere vinkede blidt i brisen og lokkede vælgerne med.En: Colorful banners gently waved in the breeze, beckoning the voters.Da: Der var valg til byrådet, og Freja stod foran skolen, der denne dag fungerede som afstemningssted.En: There was an election for the city council, and Freja stood in front of the school, which was serving as a polling station that day.Da: Hun kiggede på de mange mennesker, der gik ind og ud, og hun følte en voksende nervøsitet.En: She looked at the many people going in and out, feeling a growing nervousness.Da: Freja var meget engageret i det lokale samfund.En: Freja was very engaged in the local community.Da: Hun arbejdede utrætteligt for miljøet og havde længe støttet den kandidat, der kæmpede for en grønnere by.En: She worked tirelessly for the environment and had long supported the candidate fighting for a greener city.Da: Hendes bedste ven, Mikkel, stod ved siden af hende.En: Her best friend, Mikkel, stood beside her.Da: Han så lidt ligeglad ud og stirrede på sin telefon.En: He looked a bit indifferent, staring at his phone.Da: Mikkel havde aldrig været særlig interesseret i politik, men han respekterede Frejas passion.En: Mikkel had never been particularly interested in politics, but he respected Freja's passion.Da: "Jeg ved ikke, om det gør en forskel," sagde Mikkel pludselig og brød stilheden.En: "I don't know if it makes a difference," said Mikkel suddenly, breaking the silence.Da: "Tror du virkelig, én stemme betyder noget?"En: "Do you really think one vote matters?"Da: Freja sukkede og så på sin ven med et fast blik.En: Freja sighed and looked at her friend with a determined gaze.Da: Hun vidste, hun skulle handle nu.En: She knew she had to act now.Da: Med et stærkt hjerte besluttede hun sig for at gøre noget dristigt.En: With a strong heart, she decided to do something bold.Da: Hun stillede sig op på en bænk udenfor og begyndte at tale til folkemængden.En: She stood up on a bench outside and began talking to the crowd.Da: "Hej alle sammen!En: "Hello everyone!Da: Jeg ved, det kan føles som om, en stemme ikke betyder noget.En: I know it can feel like one vote doesn't matter.Da: Men hver eneste stemme er vigtig!En: But every single vote is important!Da: Vi har chancen for at forbedre vores by, vores miljø, vores liv!En: We have the chance to improve our city, our environment, our lives!Da: Lad os tage det valg!"En: Let's make that choice!"Da: Folk begyndte at STOPPE op og lytte.En: People began to stop and listen.Da: Mikkels øjne blev store, og han så, hvordan Frejas ord rørte ved folks hjerter.En: Mikkel's eyes grew wide as he saw how Freja's words touched people's hearts.Da: Hans skepsis begyndte at vakle.En: His skepticism began to waver.Da: Freja fortsatte med at tale.En: Freja continued speaking.Da: Hun forklarede, hvordan hver stemme kunne være med til at forme byens fremtid.En: She explained how each vote could help shape the city's future.Da: Til sidst lagde hun vægt på, at dette var alles chance for at være med til at gøre en forskel.En: Finally, she emphasized that this was everyone's chance to contribute to making a difference.Da: Da hun trådte ned fra bænken, var der et øjebliks stilhed, der derefter blev brudt af klapsalver.En: As she stepped down from the bench, there was a moment of silence, followed by applause.Da: Mikkel så på Freja, og noget ændrede sig i hans øjne.En: Mikkel looked at Freja, and something changed in his eyes.Da: "Okay, du har overbevist mig," sagde han med et lille smil.En: "Okay, you've convinced me," he said with a small smile.Da: "Jeg går ind og stemmer nu."En: "I'm going in to vote now."Da: Der var en følelse af fornyet håb, da Freja og Mikkel gik ind i afstemningsstedet sammen.En: There was a feeling of renewed hope as Freja and Mikkel entered the polling station together.Da: Timer senere, da stemmerne blev talt op, blev det annonceret, at miljøkandidaten havde vundet med en smal margin.En: Hours later, when the votes were counted, it was announced that the environmental candidate had won by a narrow margin.Da: Freja og Mikkel fejrede, deres indsats havde allerede gjort en forskel.En: Freja and Mikkel celebrated; their efforts had already made a difference.Da: Mikkel indså, hvordan hans stemme havde betydet noget, og han lovede sig selv at holde sig informeret om de lokale emner i fremtiden.En: Mikkel realized how his vote had mattered, and he promised himself to stay informed about local issues in the future.Da: Hans perspektiv var forandret, og han mente nu, at aktiv deltagelse i samfundet var vigtig.En: His perspective had changed, and he now believed that active participation in the community was important.Da: I denne lille sommerby, blandt farverige bannere og blomstrende blomster, var der sket en forandring, starten på en mere engageret fremtid for både Freja, Mikkel og deres samfund.En: In this small summer town, among colorful banners and blooming flowers, a change had occurred, the start of a more engaged future for both Freja, Mikkel, and their community. Vocabulary Words:shone: skinnedeadorned: prydedebanners: bannerebeckoning: lokkedepolling: afstemningsstedindifferent: ligegladdetermined: fastbold: dristigtbriskly: brisktcontribute: bidrageapplause: klapsalverengaged: engagerettirelessly: utrætteligtgreener: grønneresigh: sukkedegaze: blikbench: bænkmistrust: skepsisemphasized: lagde vægt pårenewed: fornyetmargin: marginrealized: indsåperspective: perspektivblooming: blomstrendeoccurred: sketinformed: holdt sig informeretconvinced: overbevistvote: stemmeflickered: gyngedeannounced: annonceret

Fluent Fiction - Danish: From Doubt to Victory: One Vote's Impact in København Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-20-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede klart over København.En: The sun shone brightly over København.Da: Det var en varm sommerdag, perfekt til en tur i parken, men i dag var ingen almindelig dag.En: It was a warm summer day, perfect for a trip to the park, but today was no ordinary day.Da: Det var dagen for lokalvalg, og Mikkel følte spændingen i luften, som var det elektrisk.En: It was local election day, and Mikkel felt the excitement in the air, as if it were electric.Da: Mikkel stod foran det travle kulturhus, som for dagen var forvandlet til et valglokale.En: Mikkel stood in front of the busy cultural center, which for the day had been transformed into a polling station.Da: Der var folk i alle aldre, som strømmede ind og ud gennem de store døre.En: There were people of all ages streaming in and out through the large doors.Da: Indenfor var stemmeboksene stillet op på rækker, og plakaterne med kandidaternes ansigter pyntede væggene.En: Inside, the voting booths were set up in rows, and posters with the candidates' faces decorated the walls.Da: Mikkel var ikke her bare for at stemme.En: Mikkel wasn't just there to vote.Da: Han havde meldt sig som frivillig, og han bar en skrigende grøn t-shirt, der udsmykkede ordene: "Dit valg, din fremtid."En: He had volunteered, and he wore a bright green t-shirt adorned with the words: "Your choice, your future."Da: Hans ildsjæl for miljøpolitik kunne næsten ses i de glødende øjne.En: His passion for environmental politics was almost visible in his glowing eyes.Da: I det samme fik han øje på Kirsten og Søren, to af hans bedste venner.En: At that moment, he spotted Kirsten and Søren, two of his best friends.Da: Men de så ikke lige så begejstrede ud.En: But they didn't look quite as enthusiastic.Da: "Jeg ved ikke, hvor meget vores stemme egentlig betyder," sagde Søren, mens han kiggede lidt skeptisk rundt.En: "I don't know how much our vote really matters," said Søren, glancing around a bit skeptically.Da: "Kom nu, I to," insisterede Mikkel.En: "Come on, you two," insisted Mikkel.Da: "Hver stemme tæller.En: "Every vote counts.Da: Vi kan ændre retningen for vores by!"En: We can change the direction of our city!"Da: Kirsten trak på skuldrene.En: Kirsten shrugged.Da: "Det hele føles lidt håbløst.En: "It all feels a bit hopeless.Da: Som om intet virkelig ændrer sig."En: As if nothing ever really changes."Da: Mikkel tog en dyb indånding.En: Mikkel took a deep breath.Da: Han vidste, at dette øjeblik var vigtigt.En: He knew this moment was important.Da: "Kirsten, Søren.En: "Kirsten, Søren.Da: Hvis vi ikke gør noget nu, hvem gør så?En: If we don't do something now, who will?Da: Fremtiden er vores.En: The future is ours.Da: Hver enkelt af os kan skabe forandring."En: Each one of us can make a difference."Da: Forsigtigt, men med bestemthed, fortsatte han.En: Cautiously, but with determination, he continued.Da: "Forestil jer, hvordan København ville se ud med ren luft og grønne cykelstier overalt.En: "Imagine how København would look with clean air and green bike lanes everywhere.Da: Det er det, vi stemmer om i dag."En: That's what we're voting for today."Da: Kirsten så på Mikkel.En: Kirsten looked at Mikkel.Da: Hans ord havde rørt noget i hende.En: His words had touched something in her.Da: Der var en ny gnist i hendes øjne.En: There was a new spark in her eyes.Da: "Okay, du har ret.En: "Okay, you're right.Da: Lad os gøre det," sagde hun og smilede.En: Let's do it," she said with a smile.Da: De gik sammen ind, tog deres stemmesedler og skrev navnet på den pro-miljø kandidat, som Mikkel stærkt støttede.En: They went in together, took their ballots, and wrote down the name of the pro-environment candidate whom Mikkel strongly supported.Da: Da natten faldt, våndede Mikkel sig nervøst i valgresultaternes ankomst.En: As night fell, Mikkel anxiously awaited the arrival of the election results.Da: Klokken nærmede sig de sene timer, men så lød der et heppende jubel.En: The clock was nearing the late hours, but then there was a cheer of celebration.Da: Den pro-miljø kandidat havde vundet med et snævert flertal.En: The pro-environment candidate had won by a narrow margin.Da: Mikkel følte en bølge af glæde fare igennem sig.En: Mikkel felt a wave of joy rush through him.Da: Kirsten stod ved siden af ham og krammede ham.En: Kirsten stood next to him and hugged him.Da: Det havde været det hele værd.En: It had all been worth it.Da: Resten af aftenen gik med fejring.En: The rest of the evening was spent celebrating.Da: De vidste, at der var en lang vej foran dem, men Mikkel følte fornyet håb.En: They knew there was a long road ahead of them, but Mikkel felt renewed hope.Da: Han havde lært, at selv de mindste handlinger kunne lede til stor forandring.En: He had learned that even the smallest actions could lead to great change.Da: Fremtiden så allerede lysere ud, og han kunne næsten ikke vente på at tage fat.En: The future already looked brighter, and he could hardly wait to get started. Vocabulary Words:shone: skinnedeelection: valgexcitement: spændingpolling station: valglokalestreaming: strømmedevolunteered: meldt sigadorned: udsmykkedepassion: ildsjælglowing: glødendeskeptically: skeptiskhopeless: håbløstdetermination: bestemthedimagine: forestil jerballots: stemmesedlerpro-environment: pro-miljønarrow margin: snævert flertalcheer: jublecelebration: fejringrenewed: fornyettiny actions: mindste handlingercultural center: kulturhusbooths: stemmebokseneposters: plakaternecandidates: kandidaternewalls: væggeneglancing: kiggededeep breath: dyb indåndingspark: gnistfuture: fremtidcelebrating: fejring

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Lorenzo's Leap: One Vote Sparks a Community Revolution Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-06-20-07-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Lorenzo cammina verso il centro comunitario, trasformato per il giorno in un seggio elettorale.En: Lorenzo walks towards the community center, transformed for the day into a polling station.It: Fa caldo, il sole splende alto nel cielo di luglio.En: It's hot, the sun shines high in the July sky.It: Gli striscioni multicolori che decorano l'ingresso del centro ondeggiano leggermente al vento, accogliendo i votanti con un tocco di allegria.En: The multicolored banners decorating the center's entrance sway slightly in the wind, welcoming voters with a touch of cheer.It: Quando Lorenzo entra, viene subito colpito dal brusio della folla.En: When Lorenzo enters, he's immediately struck by the hum of the crowd.It: Ci sono persone di tutte le età in fila, pronte a esercitare il loro diritto di voto.En: There are people of all ages in line, ready to exercise their right to vote.It: Sente una lieve ansia crescere dentro di sé.En: He feels a slight anxiety growing inside him.It: Vuole votare per un candidato che promette di portare riforme necessarie nel governo locale.En: He wants to vote for a candidate who promises to bring necessary reforms to the local government.It: È convinto che il suo voto possa fare la differenza, ma a volte si sente piccolo di fronte a un sistema così grande.En: He is convinced that his vote can make a difference, but sometimes he feels small before such a large system.It: Con determinazione, si mette in fila dietro una giovane donna di nome Maria.En: With determination, he lines up behind a young woman named Maria.It: Lei si gira e sorride, cercando di scambiare due parole per alleggerire l'attesa.En: She turns and smiles, trying to exchange a few words to lighten the wait.It: Lorenzo scopre che anche Maria è lì per votare lo stesso candidato.En: Lorenzo discovers that Maria is also there to vote for the same candidate.It: Parlano dei cambiamenti che desiderano vedere nel loro quartiere.En: They talk about the changes they wish to see in their neighborhood.It: La fila si muove lentamente, troppo lentamente.En: The line moves slowly, too slowly.It: Le voci intorno a lui rivelano frustrazione.En: The voices around him reveal frustration.It: "Troppo lunga questa attesa," dice Giovanni, un anziano signore accanto a Lorenzo.En: "This wait is too long," says Giovanni, an elderly gentleman next to Lorenzo.It: "E poi, dicono che servono documenti diversi per votare."En: "And then, they say that different documents are needed to vote."It: Lorenzo sente una crescente preoccupazione tra la gente.En: Lorenzo senses a growing concern among the people.It: Tante informazioni contraddittorie circolano attorno a loro.En: So much contradictory information circulates around them.It: Si chiede se non sia meglio andarsene.En: He wonders if it's better to leave.It: Ma poi ricorda perché è venuto qui.En: But then he remembers why he came here.It: Non può lasciare che dubbi e disinformazione lo fermino.En: He cannot let doubts and misinformation stop him.It: Lorenzo decide di agire.En: Lorenzo decides to take action.It: Si avvicina agli ufficiali elettorali, chiedendo spiegazioni sui documenti richiesti.En: He approaches the electoral officials, asking for explanations about the required documents.It: "Un documento d'identità valido è sufficiente," conferma finalmente uno degli ufficiali, chiarendo la situazione.En: "A valid ID is sufficient," one of the officials finally confirms, clarifying the situation.It: Sente un peso sollevarsi dalle sue spalle.En: He feels a weight lift off his shoulders.It: Poi, con un sorriso fiducioso, si rivolge agli altri nella fila.En: Then, with a confident smile, he addresses the others in line.It: "Non preoccupatevi, un documento d'identità è tutto ciò che serve!"En: "Don't worry, a valid ID is all that's needed!"It: L'atmosfera cambia.En: The atmosphere changes.It: La gente comincia a rilassarsi, a scambiare storie su cosa sperano di vedere nel futuro del loro quartiere.En: People begin to relax, exchanging stories about what they hope to see in the future of their neighborhood.It: Lorenzo continua a spiegare a chiunque abbia bisogno di chiarimenti.En: Lorenzo continues to explain to anyone who needs clarification.It: Si rende conto che non è solo un voto, ma un'unione di voci che porta al cambiamento.En: He realizes that it's not just a vote, but a union of voices that leads to change.It: Alla fine, Lorenzo arriva al tavolo del voto.En: In the end, Lorenzo reaches the voting table.It: Prende la scheda, segna il suo candidato, e infila la scheda nell'urna.En: He takes the ballot, marks his candidate, and inserts the ballot into the box.It: Sente un'improvvisa ondata di potere, sapendo che il suo piccolo gesto è parte di un movimento più grande.En: He feels an unexpected wave of power, knowing that his small gesture is part of a larger movement.It: Uscendo dal seggio, vede le persone che ha aiutato.En: Exiting the polling station, he sees the people he has helped.It: Le loro espressioni sono determinate, fiduciose.En: Their expressions are determined, confident.It: Lorenzo percepisce un senso di comunità, di possibilità.En: Lorenzo perceives a sense of community, of possibility.It: Sa che il suo gesto ha fatto la differenza, un piccolo ma importante passo verso il cambiamento che desidera.En: He knows that his action has made a difference, a small but important step towards the change he desires.It: Sotto il sole estivo, Lorenzo cammina verso casa, il cuore leggero.En: Under the summer sun, Lorenzo walks home, his heart light.It: Ha ritrovato la fiducia nel potere della collettività.En: He has regained confidence in the power of collectivity.It: Sa che anche un solo voto può innescare un effetto a catena, facendo vibrare l'intera comunità con la speranza di un futuro migliore.En: He knows that even a single vote can trigger a chain reaction, setting the entire community vibrating with the hope of a better future. Vocabulary Words:the polling station: il seggio elettoralethe banners: gli striscionito sway: ondeggiarethe hum: il brusiothe anxiety: l'ansiathe candidate: il candidatothe reforms: le riformethe determination: la determinazionethe neighborhood: il quartierefrustration: frustrazionethe gentleman: il signoreconcern: preoccupazionecontradictory: contraddittoriethe doubts: i dubbimisinformation: disinformazioneto approach: avvicinarsithe officials: gli ufficialito clarify: chiarirethe atmosphere: l'atmosferato exchange: scambiareto relax: rilassarsito explain: spiegarethe ballot: la schedathe wave: l'ondatato perceive: percepirethe community: la comunitàthe possibility: la possibilitàthe confidence: la fiduciacollectivity: collettivitàto trigger: innescare

One Indian's vote is worth 2.5 times another Indian's vote. According to Professor Gautam Desiraju, that single fact reveals a deep flaw in Indian democracy—and fixing it could require redrawing the map of India itself. Most Indians have never heard the word delimitation. Yet Professor Desiraju argues it may be the most important political issue India will face in the coming decade. He believes India should not have 28 states, but closer to 75. He argues that every vote must carry equal value. He questions whether the Constitution should be treated as a sacred document. And he makes the case for reforms that could fundamentally reshape how India is governed. Professor Gautam Desiraju is one of India's most distinguished scientists and a recipient of the Ewald Prize, often called the Nobel Prize of Crystallography. In recent years, however, he has turned his attention to a different question: How should India govern itself in the 21st century? In this conversation with Roshan Cariappa on Bharatvaarta, Professor Desiraju explains why delimitation, state reorganization, constitutional reform, representation, and governance are all interconnected—and why India may need to rethink some of its deepest political assumptions. This is a conversation about democracy, federalism, representation, and the future of Bharat. What We Cover * Why India should have 75 states * Why some Indian votes are worth more than others * The principle of “One Vote, One Value” * Why smaller states strengthen democracy * The case for delimitation * Why India's MPs represent too many people * The “missing middle” in Indian democracy * Why young Indians feel disconnected from politics * First-Past-The-Post vs Proportional Representation * Why the Constitution is not a holy book * The case for a new Constituent Assembly * Ambedkar's views on state reorganization * Why India may need 2,000 MPs * The future of Indian democracy ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 One Indian's Vote Is Worth 2.5x Another's 01:04 Introduction: Why India Needs 75 States 02:02 The Case For 75 States & Stronger Democracy 21:04 Why India's States Are Too Unequal In Size 22:31 The Problem Of Political “Heft” & Representation 23:24 How 75 States Would Actually Work 24:43 Why MPs Have Become Too Distant From Citizens 26:33 Why Delimitation Must Happen Now 26:59 Why Young Indians Feel Disconnected From Politics 27:21 India's Missing Middle Problem 32:14 The Growing Disconnect Between Citizens & Government 33:45 Why First-Past-The-Post Is Failing India 46:45 Breaking Karnataka Into Seven States 47:51 Ambedkar On Language, States & Federalism 48:44 “The Constitution Is Not A Holy Book” 50:27 Why 105 Amendments Signal A Bigger Problem 52:18 Why India Needs A New Constituent Assembly 53:56 Constitution vs Civilizational State 55:05 Why Delimitation Was Delayed For 50 Years 56:31 Why India Needs 2,000 MPs 01:00:29 Redrawing Bengal: A Practical Example 01:14:20 Why Vajpayee Wanted More States 01:15:00 Reforming India's Bureaucracy

【聊了什么】 2026年4月29日，最高法院在 Louisiana v. Callais 案中以6-3裁定，事实上掏空了1965年《投票权法》的第二条，这也是首席大法官罗伯茨在长达四十多年司法生涯的"收官之作"。从2013年的 Shelby County 到今天，南方各州终于可以名正言顺地按党派利益重划选区，而几乎不再受到种族歧视效果的实质约束。本期节目我们请回了林三土老师，和我们一起把这场判决的来龙去脉：1965年VRA是怎么诞生的、两党围绕第二条经历过怎样的拉锯、此前的判决如何为今天埋下伏笔，以及它接下来意味着什么。 除了VRA这条主线，我们也聊了白宫记者晚宴外那场抽象的未遂枪击案、DHS停摆终于在沉默中结束、薛定谔式的伊朗战事，以及缅因州州长Janet Mills退选、Graham Plantner锁定民主党提名——这是民主党的"茶党时刻"，还是只是建制派的又一次失败？ 本期节目录制于5月3日。 更正与澄清：本期节目中提到特朗普被陪审团认定的是"性侵"而不是"强奸"。但 2023 年 8 月联邦法官 Lewis Kaplan 在驳回特朗普反诉时明确写道：说特朗普强奸了 Carroll，这个陈述"实质上是真实的"（substantially true）。之所以 5 月陪审团没勾"rape"那一栏，是因为90年代事发当时的纽约州刑法对强奸的定义非常窄，必须是阴茎侵入阴道（该法2024年已将强奸定义修改为包含更多侵入式性行为）。而陪审团认定的事实是手指强行侵入——这在纽约刑法以外的通用语境里，就是强奸。 【支持我们】 如果喜欢这期节目并希望支持我们将节目继续做下去： 也欢迎加入我们的会员计划： https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ 会员可以收到每周2-5封newsletter，可以加入会员社群，参加会员活动，并享受更多福利。 合作投稿邮箱：american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【时间轴】 01:50 路易斯安那 v. Callais：最高法院6-3掏空投票权法第二条 04:36 从1965年立法到罗伯茨的四十年布局 07:12 2019年Rucho案埋下的伏笔 17:08 2010年中期选举：南方政治版图的彻底翻转 24:25 选区重划军备竞赛 39:55 下一步会不会是"一人一票"？ 46:50 选民反对gerrymandering，但也并不懂 56:30 白宫记者晚宴枪击案 1:04:40 DHS停摆结束：没有赢家的胜利 1:08:25 国会乱局 1:14:40 Janet Mills退选与Plantner锁定提名 1:22:33 薛定谔式的伊朗战事 【我们是谁】 美轮美换是一档深入探讨当今美国政治的中文播客。 本期的主播和嘉宾： Talich：美国政治和文化历史爱好者 王浩岚：美国政治爱好者，岚目公众号主笔兼消息二道贩子 小华：媒体人 林垚，政治学、哲学、法学学者，高校教师，公众号“林三土”，播客“时差”、“催稿拉黑”，2024年出版文集《空谈》 【 What We Talked About】 On April 29, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in Louisiana v. Callais, effectively gutting Section 2 of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. For Chief Justice John Roberts, this is the capstone of a four-decade judicial career devoted to dismantling the VRA. From Shelby County in 2013 to today, Southern states can now openly redraw districts along partisan lines with little meaningful constraint from claims of racial discrimination. In this episode, we're joined once again by Lin Santu to walk through the full arc of the ruling: how the VRA came into being in 1965, how the two parties fought over Section 2 across the decades, how earlier decisions laid the groundwork for what just happened, and what comes next. Beyond the VRA, we also get into the strangely amateurish attempted shooting outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the quiet end of the DHS shutdown, the Schrödinger's-cat status of the Iran war, and Maine governor Janet Mills dropping out of the Senate primary while Graham Plantner locks up the Democratic nomination — is this the Democrats' Tea Party moment, or just another defeat for the establishment? Recorded May 3. 【Support Us】 If you like our show and want to support us, please consider the following: Join our membership program: https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/americanroulette Business Inquiries and fan mail: american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【Timeline】 01:50 Louisiana v. Callais: Supreme Court Guts Section 2 of the VRA in 6-3 Ruling 04:36 From the 1965 VRA to Roberts' Four-Decade Crusade 07:12 How Rucho v. Common Cause (2019) Set the Stage 17:08 The 2010 Midterms: When the South Flipped for Good 24:25 The Redistricting Arms Race 39:55 Could "One Person, One Vote" Be Next? 46:50 Voters Oppose Gerrymandering — and Don't Really Get It 56:30 The Shooting Outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner 1:04:40 The DHS Shutdown Ends: A Victory With No Winners 1:08:25 Chaos on the Hill 1:14:40 Janet Mills Drops Out as Plantner Locks Up the Nomination 1:22:33 Schrödinger's Iran War 【Who We Are】 The American Roulette is a podcast dedicated to helping the Chinese-speaking community understand fast-changing U.S. politics. Our Hosts and Guests: Talich：Aficionado of American politics, culture, and history 王浩岚 (Haolan Wang): American political enthusiast, chief writer at Lán Mù WeChat Official Account, and peddler of information 小华 (Xiao Hua): Journalist, political observer Lin Yao, scholar of political science, philosophy, and law; university faculty member; author of the WeChat public account "林三土"; host of the podcasts "时差" and "催稿拉黑"; published essay collection Empty Talk (《空谈》) in 2024.

In hour two, helping Jimmy find some remedies as he battles a cold. Hoch and Crowder poke fun at Solana for Bam getting only ONE vote for DPOY. Plus, continuing our NFL Draft Day stories with Dolphins legend OJ McDuffie.

Hour 3 opens with escalating tension involving the U.S. seizure of an Iranian vessel and speculation about potential strikes on Iranian infrastructure as political pressure builds over nuclear negotiations and congressional limits on military action. The discussion shifts domestically to the St. Charles City Council race, where candidate Chris Kyle describes an unprecedented outcome: a one-vote margin overturned by recount into a tie, forcing a winner-takes-all random draw to decide the seat. The hour then moves into a heated interview with Dan Buck, who raises claims about a former Cleveland Clinic medical director criticizing vaccine education, alleged financial incentives tied to vaccination compliance, and broader concerns about informed consent and pediatric practice policies. The closing segment, Kim on a Whim, focuses on backlash over a Nike Boston Marathon sign and the rise of “pace shaming” complaints, blending humor and criticism of over-sensitivity in sports culture and corporate responses. Hashtags: #Iran #NationalSecurity #StCharles #ElectionTie #Vaccines #MedicalEthics #BostonMarathon #Nike #CultureDebate #Politics

Send us Fan MailWe have another news-heavy episode for you this week.The Nederland mayoral race came down to just one vote, with sitting mayor Billy Giblin receiving 258 votes and challenger Nichole Sterling at 257. Stay tuned for updates on a potential recount as we hear more from Nederland town staff.AlsoNederland's Wild Bear Nature Center names new executive directorEldora closes for the seasonThe Mountain-Ear's Body, Mind, Spirit magazine hits the racksWe'll be back next week with more new from the Peak to Peak. Support the showThank you for listening to The Mountain-Ear Podcast, featuring news and culture from peak to peak! Additional pages are linked below.If you want to be involved in the podcast or paper, contact:Barbara Hardt, our editor-in-chief, at info@themountainear.comTyler Hickman, podcast host, at tyler@themountainear.comJamie Lammers, podcast host, at media@themountainear.comGeneral inquiries: frontdesk@themountainear.comHead to our website for all of the latest news. Subscribe online and use the coupon code PODCAST for a 10% discount for all new subscribers. Submit local events to promote them in the paper and on our website.Find us on Facebook @mtnear and Instagram @mtn.earListen and watch on YouTube today.Share this podcast by scrolling to the bottom of our website home page or by heading to our main hub on Buzzsprout.Thank you for listening!

Marc Cox opens Hour 1 reacting to surprising St. Charles County election results, warning the area is trending purple after low turnout, school board losses, and the defeat of a property tax freeze while neighboring counties passed similar measures. The Shortlist highlights Tim Burchette's UFO claims, media clashes over Donald Trump's Iran negotiations, and controversial comments from a Georgia Democrat targeting Trump voters. During “Kim on a Whim,” Kim St. Onge breaks down the University of Missouri ending direct DEI-style funding for minority student groups, sparking debate over “safe spaces” and equal funding. The hour closes with discussion of a Georgia runoff tied to Marjorie Taylor Greene, a St. Charles race decided by a single vote, and renewed calls for higher voter turnout as markets surge on optimism surrounding Iran negotiations. Hashtags: #MarcCox #KimStOnge #StCharlesCounty #MissouriElections #Mizzou #DEI #TrumpIran #VoterTurnout #GeorgiaPolitics #MarjorieTaylorGreene #LocalPolitics #MarketSurge

This episode explores the innovative spirit of PizzaDAO, a community harnessing Web3 to revolutionize how we share pizza and build decentralization. From legendary Bitcoin pizza stories to launching an open-source pizza infrastructure, discover how this movement combines fun, culture, and technology to create a global phenomenon.

Sitting-in for Thom Hartmann is guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd Podcast shares his working Grand Unified Theory of challenging existing power to help regular people realize the own abilities. Electoral Math, Psychology and Persuasion, Money, Media and more. Jeff also reads the poem "One Vote" by Aimee Nezhukumatathi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Balonek an Award winning Documetary filmmaker from Toledo Ohio tells us about this documentary film. It is a Three Pines Production .com film. Producer and UAW Local 12 Retiree George Windau joins us with Scott Houldeison. Check your Indiana Voter Registration here.  Thanks to AnneFeeney.com  UAW2209  CWA  MLPA  BACLocal4 INKY  

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2.26.26 Hour 4 1:00- Matt Stafford won the MVP over Drake Maye by ONE VOTE! 23:00- We take one final look at Super Bowl 60... Who could be a difference maker?

Matt Stafford won the MVP over Drake Maye by ONE VOTE!

Craig Carton opens Super Bowl Friday by absolutely unloading on New York Giants fans. Eli Manning misses the Hall of Fame cut, Abdul Carter gets ZERO Defensive Rookie of the Year votes, and Jaxson Dart manages just ONE vote while Giants fans argue Greg Roman is a “great hire.” Chris McMonigle pushes back, Carton gloats, and Giants Twitter takes another beating. Classic Carton Show chaos on WFAN.

Some guests command the room without ever raising their voice. They make you sit up straighter, rethink your posture, and question whether your coffee order is sufficiently ambitious. In this episode of Counsel Brew, we sit down and debrief with The Honorable Judge Barbara Lynn (Ret.) who takes us from her early days in Florida—pushing past stage fright and finding her voice—to becoming one of the most respected federal judges in the country. She embodies what it means to lead with courage, wit, and unwavering conviction.We start with her early inspirations: Perry Mason, debate kid enthusiast, and a childhood dream of firefighting. As a young woman, she landed at the University of Virginia during the first year women were admitted (a 22:1 men-to-women ratio). Then comes the legendary story of how she became the first woman inducted into the Jefferson Literary & Debating Society…a moment that set the tone for a lifetime of firsts guided by her passion, grit, and an unshakable refusal to accept “that's just how it is.” She says it best: “There really is no door you can't open… you just  have to be courageous enough to put your hand on the door handle.”Judge Lynn takes us behind the bench, tracing the journey from the phone call that set it all in motion (courtesy of Congressman Martin Frost) to her Valentine's Day swearing-in in 2000.” She opens up about the shift from advocate to judge, the surprises of day one, and the courtroom moments that are equal parts profound and hilarious.Yes, that “stupid shit” story makes an appearance along with the now-famous Chauncey case (guns, perjury, and a baby-daddy reveal!). Life after the bench hasn't slowed her down. These days, she's mediating, consulting, traveling, and enjoying the joy of being slightly less canon-compliant. And through it all, Judge Lynn's favorite compliment remains simple and telling: “You were well prepared.” And every great conversation deserves a lightning round, and Judge Lynn's doesn't miss. Picture speed dating meets the federal bench with quick questions, clever answers, and a dose of brilliance between the laughs.Judge Lynn may be retired from the bench, but she's still teaching the rest of us how to lead. Be true to your values. Be courageous. And if you want something—ASK FOR IT!

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Health car premiums are expected to skyrocket for Alaskans as Congress promises a vote that doesn't seem to be coming.

9:05 – 9:22 (15mins) David Stokes, Director of Municipal Policy at theShow-Me Institute, @DavidCStokes @ShowMeShowMeInstitute.org to discuss: Cortex Eminent Domain Authority Fails by One Vote – A proposal to renew the Cortex Innovation District’s power to use eminent domain failed by a single vote at the St. Louis Board of Aldermen. The measure would have extended redevelopment powers in the district, but some aldermen raised concerns about property rights and the use of eminent domain for private development. Louis Area Election Day Preview – Use Taxes on the Ballot in Missouri This November– Several Missouri cities, including Ladue, Creve Coeur, and Festus, are asking voters to approve local use taxes this Election Day. These taxes are designed to “level the playing field” between online and in-person retail sales, but they often end up becoming new sources of revenue that cities spend without cutting other taxes. 9:25 – 9:37 (12mins) Larry Conners Weekly: "Mr. Conner's Neighborhood @LarryConnersUSA 9:41 – 9:56 (15mins) "WHAT ARE YOU WATCHING?!!" with KATHLEEN KAISER See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Korean: The Power of One Vote: How Small Actions Create Big Change Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-11-01-07-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 가을이 깊어가는 어느 날, 진수와 해진은 지역 시민 회관으로 향했다.En: One deepening autumn day, Jinsu and Haejin headed to the local community center.Ko: 그곳은 오늘 투표소로 변신했다.En: Today, it had transformed into a polling place.Ko: 입구에는 가을 단풍 장식과 "당신의 투표가 세상을 바꿉니다"라는 배너가 걸려 있었다.En: At the entrance, there were autumn foliage decorations and a banner that read, "Your vote changes the world."Ko: 진수는 투표를 중요하게 생각했다.En: Jinsu believed voting was important.Ko: 그는 늘 친구들에게도 투표의 중요성을 전하고 싶어했다.En: He always wanted to communicate the significance of voting to his friends.Ko: 해진은 투표소 앞에서 멈칫했다.En: Haejin hesitated in front of the polling place.Ko: "이봐, 진수야.En: "Hey, Jinsu.Ko: 내 한 표가 무슨 의미가 있겠어?En: What difference can my single vote make?"Ko: " 해진의 눈에는 회의적인 빛이 어렸다.En: There was a skeptical look in Haejin's eyes.Ko: 진수는 그런 해진을 바라보며 미소를 지었다.En: Jinsu looked at Haejin and smiled.Ko: "알아, 해진.En: "I know, Haejin.Ko: 하지만 한 표가 세상을 바꿀 수 있어.En: But one vote can change the world."Ko: "회관 안에는 민지가 있었다.En: Inside the center was Minji.Ko: 민지는 열정적인 봉사자였다.En: Minji was an enthusiastic volunteer.Ko: 사람들을 도우며 환한 미소를 짓고 있었다.En: She was helping people with a bright smile.Ko: "안녕하세요!En: "Hello!Ko: 투표하러 오셨나요?En: Are you here to vote?"Ko: " 그녀는 진수와 해진에게 다가가며 물었다.En: she asked as she approached Jinsu and Haejin.Ko: 진수는 해진에게 고개를 돌렸다.En: Jinsu turned to Haejin.Ko: "내 이야기를 해볼게.En: "Let me tell you a story.Ko: 몇 년 전, 작은 선거가 있었어.En: A few years ago, there was a small election.Ko: 그때 당선자가 중요한 정책을 변경했거든.En: The winner then changed an important policy.Ko: 그 정책이 내 가족에게 큰 영향을 미쳤지.En: That policy had a huge impact on my family."Ko: "해진은 조용히 진수의 이야기를 들었다.En: Haejin quietly listened to Jinsu's story.Ko: 그때 민지가 즉흥적인 연설을 시작했다.En: At that moment, Minji started an impromptu speech.Ko: "여러분, 모든 변화는 작은 것에서부터 시작됩니다!En: "Everyone, all change starts from something small!Ko: 우리의 목소리는 중요합니다.En: Our voices matter.Ko: 우리의 참여가 미래를 만들어요.En: Our participation creates the future."Ko: "진수의 진심과 민지의 힘찬 연설은 해진의 마음을 움직였다.En: Jinsu's sincerity and Minji's passionate speech stirred Haejin's heart.Ko: 해진은 조용히 고개를 끄덕였다.En: Haejin quietly nodded.Ko: "알았어, 이해했어.En: "Got it, I understand.Ko: 가서 투표할게.En: I'll go vote."Ko: "해진은 기표소로 향했다.En: Haejin headed to the voting booth.Ko: 진수와 민지는 미소를 지었다.En: Jinsu and Minji smiled.Ko: 그날의 가을 바람처럼, 해진의 마음에도 작은 변화가 시작되었다.En: Like the autumn breeze that day, a small change started in Haejin's heart.Ko: 해진은 투표가 자신의 책임임을 느끼고, 앞으로 매번 참여하겠다고 다짐했다.En: He felt that voting was his responsibility and pledged to participate every time from then on.Ko: 그날 시민 회관에서는 작은 변화가 시작된 것이었다.En: That day at the community center, a small change had begun. Vocabulary Words:deepening: 깊어가는headed: 향했다transformed: 변신했다foliage: 단풍skeptical: 회의적인enthusiastic: 열정적인volunteer: 봉사자approached: 다가가며story: 이야기election: 선거policy: 정책impact: 영향quietly: 조용히impromptu: 즉흥적인participation: 참여sincerity: 진심stirred: 움직였다booth: 모루breeze: 바람pledged: 다짐했다responsibility: 책임community center: 시민 회관autumn: 가을declaration: 배너significance: 중요성sincerity: 진심nodded: 끄덕였다moment: 순간transformed: 변신했다hesitated: 머뭇거렸다

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: One Vote, One Voice: Milan's Autumn Day of Change Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2025-11-01-22-34-02-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Јесења киша падала је тихо, док су златне лишће прекривале земљу.En: The autumn rain fell quietly, as the golden leaves covered the ground.Sr: Дан избора, важан и пун наде за многе становнике краја, окупио је људе у Заједничком центру недалеко од места где се налазио мали суседни маркет.En: Election day, important and full of hope for many residents of the area, gathered people in the Zajednički centar not far from the place where a small neighboring market was located.Sr: Милан је стајао на ивици простора, дубоко удахнувши, у порти центра.En: Milan stood on the edge of the space, taking a deep breath, in the center's foyer.Sr: Упркос анксиозности у гужви, знало се за његову одговорност и одлучност да гласа.En: Despite the crowd-induced anxiety, his responsibility and determination to vote were well known.Sr: Јасмина, енергична водитељка заједнице, у средишту догађаја, говорила је са жаром о важности гласања.En: Jasmina, the energetic community leader, in the heart of the event, spoke passionately about the importance of voting.Sr: Њене речи одјекивале су у Милановој глави.En: Her words echoed in Milan's head.Sr: „Морамо гласати за бољу будућност!En: "We must vote for a better future!"Sr: “ узвикивао је Јасмина, њене речи упадале су у разговоре људи са обе стране.En: exclaimed Jasmina, her words interrupting conversations of people on both sides.Sr: Поред ње, стајао је Петар, старији човек са скепсом према изборима.En: Next to her stood Petar, an older man skeptical about the elections.Sr: Његова унука често је говорила о перспективама и сновима, због чега му је било важно да размишља о будућим генерацијама.En: His granddaughter often talked about prospects and dreams, which made it important for him to think about future generations.Sr: Милан је, сабрајући храброст, пришао.En: Gathering courage, Milan approached.Sr: Јасмина га је дочекивала топлим осмехом.En: Jasmina greeted him with a warm smile.Sr: „Хвала што сте дошли, Милане.En: "Thank you for coming, Milane.Sr: Ваш глас чини разлику!En: Your vote makes a difference!"Sr: “ рекла је са ентузијазмом.En: she said enthusiastically.Sr: Петар је, с друге стране, одмахнуо руком.En: Petar, on the other hand, waved dismissively.Sr: „Све је то лепо, али шта се мења?En: "All that's nice, but what changes?"Sr: “ питао је, пригушено.En: he asked, quietly.Sr: Јасмина је упорно објашњавала зашто верује да је њихов глас важан, и упркос Петаровој скепси, Милан је осећао постепено ослобађање од своје анксиозности.En: Jasmina persistently explained why she believed their vote was important, and despite Petar's skepticism, Milan felt a gradual release from his anxiety.Sr: Ускоро је дошао тренутак гласања.En: Soon it was time to vote.Sr: Дуги редови наврли су се пред гласачким кутијама.En: Long lines swelled before the ballot boxes.Sr: Једна мања расправа започела је између Петра и другог гласача, али Милан је остао фокусиран.En: A minor argument started between Petar and another voter, but Milan remained focused.Sr: „Само дубоко диши“, подсећао је себе.En: "Just breathe deeply," he reminded himself.Sr: Коначно, стигао је до гласачке кутије.En: Finally, he reached the ballot box.Sr: Уз све препреке, оставио је сопствени траг у будућности.En: Despite all obstacles, he left his own mark on the future.Sr: Његов глас био је унутра и важан.En: His vote was cast and mattered.Sr: Изашао је из центра, ваздуше хладно али освежавајуће.En: He exited the center, the air cold but refreshing.Sr: Осетио је снагу, као никада пре.En: He felt strength like never before.Sr: Његова је анксиозност попустила пред задовољством због учињеног дела за заједницу.En: His anxiety gave way to satisfaction for having done his part for the community.Sr: На путу до малог маркетат, осећао је лакоћу.En: On the way to the small market, he felt light.Sr: Брзо је завршио куповину, пузећи поред полица са воћем и поврћем, осетивши јесењи мирис.En: He quickly finished shopping, gliding past shelves of fruits and vegetables, sensing the autumn scent.Sr: Милан се кући вратио не само са врећама намирница, већ и са осећајем поноса и задовољства.En: Milan returned home not only with bags of groceries but also with a sense of pride and satisfaction.Sr: Он је знао, чак и у свету који се мења, један глас може учинити разлику.En: He knew, even in a changing world, one vote can make a difference.Sr: Опет је био спреман превазићи своје страхове, за добробит свих.En: He was once again ready to overcome his fears, for the benefit of everyone.Sr: Тај дан, Милан је научио да његово деловање може превазишћи личне дилеме, чинећи корак ка бољој будућности за све у заједници.En: That day, Milan learned that his actions could transcend personal dilemmas, taking a step toward a better future for everyone in the community. Vocabulary Words:autumn: јесењаfoyer: портаanxiety: анксиозностenthusiastically: ентузијазмомdismissively: одмахнуоpersistently: упорноgratitude: захвалностarguments: расправаrefreshing: освежавајућеdetermination: одлучностprospects: перспективеconversation: разговорenthusiasm: ентузијазамelections: избориskepticism: скепсаtranscend: превазишћиobstacles: препрекеcommunity: заједницаdilemma: дилемеresponsibility: одговорностgathering: окупљањеgenerations: генерацијеechoed: одјекиваоinduced: изазванаskeptical: скептичанdetermined: одређенrefresh: освежитиneighboring: суседниhope: нада

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MSNBC's Ari Melber hosts The Beat on Tuesday, July 1, and reports on on the Senate's passage of President Trump's budget and Trump's latest grift: launching a fragrance line. Evan Handler, Alex Wagner, Chai Komanduri and Maya Wiley join.

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House Republicans pass the budget reconciliation 'one big beautiful' tax cut and spending cut bill by one vote after an all-night debate and daybreak vote; FBI is investigating as an 'act of terror' the shooting death of two Israeli Embassy aides outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC by a man who shouted "free, free Palestine"; Make America Health Again (MAHA) Commission releases a report on what is causing chronic disease, especially in children; Democrats criticize President Trump's dinner tonight with the top investors in his meme coin; NOAA predicts a 60% chance of an above-average hurricane season, which starts June 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To kick off Hour 2, Congressman Eric Burlison joins the show with a live update from DC on the One Big Beautiful Bill passing the House by one vote, the FEMA support for Missouri/STL, Anthony Labruna breaks down the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill passing & In Other News teenagers are dumb & the NFL wants more global money.

Today on Truth in Politics and Culture, the Big Beautiful Bill passes the House by one vote. What is in the bill? How will the Senate react? How will it affect the deficit and debt? Plus, the number of abortions are down in South Carolina but preliminary numbers from 2024 show between 2000-3000 abortions each year. We must do more to convince lawmakers to protect life.

The guys give their headlines from this week including the 3 players that will be inducted into the MLB HOF. Also they predict the NFL Conference games and say who were the winners and losers of last weeks football games. Follow on TikTok & Instagram - @thenpplive

Is this the year the Bills get over the hump and beat the Chiefs in the playoffs? Buffalo goes to Kansas City with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line, while the upstart Commanders try to keep their special playoff run going against division rival Philadelphia. Plus, we're watching the NFL head coaching carousel spin. The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly closing in on a decision that will surprise plenty of people. The Miami Heat are suspending Jimmy Butler AGAIN. Former Albany Academy star and UConn national champion Andre Jackson, Jr. will compete in the Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star weekend. Ichiro Suzuki falls one vote shy of unanimous selection for the Baseball Hall of Fame as CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner will join him in Cooperstown this summer.

Today's word of the day is ‘first ballot' as in first ballot Hall of Fame as in Ichiro as in CC as in Wagner. That's it. The whole class is three players. And Ichiro missed being unanimous by just one single vote. Just like Derek Jeter. Unreal. (20:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Paul Skenes rookie card bounty and what the Pirates should offer now. They also want to know if I would sign Skenes longterm now. Hm. (33:05) Review: Blue Velvet. (36:20) The Chicago Bears went big and hired Ben Johnson. The hottest name in NFL coaching. They needed to make a splash for Caleb Williams. (43:40) College sports have changed everything. Now comes the ugly. Wisconsin and the Big Ten are ready to battle Miami and a player over a transfer. Here is why. (51:50) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘first ballot' as in first ballot Hall of Fame as in Ichiro as in CC as in Wagner. That's it. The whole class is three players. And Ichiro missed being unanimous by just one single vote. Just like Derek Jeter. Unreal. (20:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Paul Skenes rookie card bounty and what the Pirates should offer now. They also want to know if I would sign Skenes longterm now. Hm. (33:05) Review: Blue Velvet. (36:20) The Chicago Bears went big and hired Ben Johnson. The hottest name in NFL coaching. They needed to make a splash for Caleb Williams. (43:40) College sports have changed everything. Now comes the ugly. Wisconsin and the Big Ten are ready to battle Miami and a player over a transfer. Here is why. (51:50) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Salk talks about the news of Ichiro being one vote short of being a unanimous hall of famer and how ridiculous it is that him and several other hall of famers weren’t elected unanimously, he talks about Ichiro’s jersey retirement, the Seahawks offensive coordinator speculations, and more in Need to Know, then NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger talks about potential offensive coordinator candidates for the Seahawks.

Catch the full breakdown of this circus on today's episode of MVCR—where common sense takes a vacation.

Catch the full breakdown of this circus on today's episode of MVCR—where common sense takes a vacation.

The 2024 election is finally here. Who won? We don't know because we recorded this episode on Monday. But we do know that MAGA men are not happy about their wives secretly voting for Kamala Harris. And a new study finds trust in American institutions—especially the media—continues to decline. Is there a way to reverse the trend? Then, to take an overdue break from politics, Skye talks to author and illustrator, John Hendrix, about his new graphic non-fiction book “The Mythmakers” about the remarkable friendship between C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. It's a fun conversation about faith, fantasy, and just a little bit of nerdiness. Also this week—a Japanese village populated with puppets will fuel your nightmares.   0:00 - Intro   1:31 - Show Starts   3:04 - Theme Song   3:25 - Sponsor - Sundays Dog Food - Get 40% off your first order of Sundays. Go to https://www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout.   4:27- Sponsor - The Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club - To get a Full-Size artisanal olive oil for just $1 shipping, go to https://www.GetFreshHOLYPOST.com   5:38 - Skye's Ominous New Hat   10:30 - Japanese Village Makes Puppet Population   17:25 - Ad for Women to Vote Harris in Secret?   25:10 - One Vote per Household?   30:00 - Declining Trust in Institutions?   36:15 - Cold War and Institutional Trust   40:40 - Legal Accountability   45:10 -  Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST   46:28  - Sponsor - Faithful Counseling - This episode is sponsored by Faithful Counseling. Give online therapy a try at https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off   47:37 - Interview    50:56 - The Making of “The Mythmakers”   55:50 - The Unlikely Friendship of Lewis and Tolkien   59:50 - Lewis and the True Myth   1:04:46 - Disenchanted Fandoms   1:09:35 - The Fellowship Divided   1:15:13 - Illustrating Tolkien and Lewis   1:19:23 - End Credits     Links Mentioned in the News Segment: Japanese Puppet Village https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/outnumbered-puppets-depopulated-village-japan-crafts-dolls-sense-life-rcna177216   Declining Trust in Institutions: https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-11-02/5-charts-show-americans-distrust-of-institutions-m3043a5x   Other resources: The Mythmakers: The Remarkable Fellowship of C. S. Lewis & J. R. R. Tolkien by John Hendrix: https://a.co/d/etu4BOk   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

Today on the W&J show, the boys talk about why every single vote matters, and the food in Boston being rough.

Ever wondered if your vote really counts? The U.S. Electoral College system might be more misunderstood than you think. We are  joined by award-winning filmmaker Maximina Juson, whose powerful documentary “One Person, One Vote?” pulls back the curtain on the hidden layers of our voting system. From the origins of the Electoral College to its impact today, Maximina takes us on a journey through what we think we know and what we need to understand. If you're ready to question the foundation of our democracy, this episode is for you. Want to advertise on our show? Email us at: info@truenativemedia.com --- --- --- VISIT OUR AMAZING SPONSOR! --- --- — BYU Radio Uncomfy: Sticking With Moments That Challenge Us A Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncomfy-sticking-with-moments-that-challenge-us/id1750586946 --- --- — HOLISTIC GODDESS  Holistic Goddess is a sanctuary for those seeking holistic health solutions. Visit ⁠https://holisticgoddess.com/understood⁠ and use the code 'Understood' for 15% off site-wide, no limit of use, and applies to subscriptions and one-time purchases. --- --- — Shop Miss Understood Merch https://mumerch.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Rachel on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/racheluchitelnyc/?hl=en Follow Rachel on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@itsracheluchitel Executive Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠George Carmona  Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a 5-star review! Do you have show ideas or media requests? Email the show at: ru@missumedia.com Listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw13NrSKD-nD_8E0vBHt5hA⁠⁠ Rumble: ⁠⁠https://rumble.com/c/RachelUchitel⁠⁠ Website: https://missunderstoodpodcast.com/

The anxiety is reaching a peak, but...it's still not at the climax. We will, in the days to come, be bombarded with deceit and lies like never before. We must take this as a call to return to God's word more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The anxiety is reaching a peak, but...it's still not at the climax. We will, in the days to come, be bombarded with deceit and lies like never before. We must take this as a call to return to God's word more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The anxiety is reaching a peak, but...it's still not at the climax. We will, in the days to come, be bombarded with deceit and lies like never before. We must take this as a call to return to God's word more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The anxiety is reaching a peak, but...it's still not at the climax. We will, in the days to come, be bombarded with deceit and lies like never before. We must take this as a call to return to God's word more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new Independent Lens documentary explains the Electoral College's complexities while following four presidential electors representing different parties in Colorado during the intense 2020 election. The film is called "One Person, One Vote?" Director Maximina Juson and former Colorado State Senator Polly Baca, who participated in the film, join us to discuss.

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