Podcast appearances and mentions of Stacey Abrams

In case you missed it, this episode is a re-release of an amazing conversation with Dr. Christina Grant.Andre 3000 told us the South has something to say, and Dr. Christina Greer wants us to heed the lessons that Black women political leaders from the South are teaching us. Dr. Greer stops by the class to talk about her latest publication, “How to Build a Democracy. From Fannie Lou Hamer and Barbara Jordan to Stacey Abrams,” and what it means to grow beyond fear, to build upon foundations established by our ancestors, being prepared to thrive at Historically White Colleges and Universities, the importance of political tithing and not waiting for America to grow up fully–she may never.  How to Build a Democracy. From Fannie Lou Hamer and Barbara Jordan to Stacey Abrams https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/how-to-build-a-democracy/F34AB82F40A6FFD835D39C8AF46DA530 Instagram: @dr_cmgreerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/teach-the-babies-w-dr-david-j-johns--6173854/support.

Stacey Abrams served eleven years in the Georgia House of Representatives, seven as minority leader. She was the first Black woman to become the gubernatorial nominee for a major party in U.S. history. She's also a prolific NYT bestselling writer across a variety of genres. Stacey has published 17 books over the past 25 years including fiction, nonfiction, romance, memoir, children's books, political thrillers. She wrote her first novel while still in her third year of law school at Yale. Stacey joins Marrie Stone to talk about her latest political thriller Coded Justice, now out in paperback published by Vintage, and the third in the Avery Keene series which includes While Justice Sleeps and Rogue Justice. For readers who love Avery, you're in for a serious treat. For writers who work in the political thriller genre, or work in a series and follow characters across multiple books, or are trying to stay ahead of fast-paced technology in your fiction, this conversation is for you. Even if you're a writer just trying to keep your butt in the chair, or struggle with idea generation, or struggle with how much research to conduct on a topic so you sound like an expert but don't fall into a bottomless rabbit hole, this is also for you. Stacey also talks about the writing advice she lives by. For more information on Writers on Writing and to become a supporter, visit our Patreon page. For a one-time donation, visit Ko-fi. You can help out the show and indie bookstores by buying books at our bookstore on bookshop.org. It's stocked with titles by our guest authors, as well as our personal favorites. And on Spotify, you'll find an album's worth of typewriter music like what you hear on the show. It's perfect for writing. Look for the artist, Just My Type. You can find hundreds of past interviews on our website. (Recorded on June 25, 2026) Host: Barbara DeMarco-Barrett Host: Marrie Stone Music: Travis Barrett (Stream his music on Spotify, Apple Music, Etc.)

PLUS: the Graham "pleasure-givers" start speaking up & the subtleties of KLB's 'black' sales pitchSocial media was abuzz last night and into the morning that a planned address to the nation Thursday by the President was going to include salacious allegations that the elections of both Senators Jon Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock were illegitimate.' The White House (somewhat) walked back those rumors, but it still drew rebukes from both Ossoff and Warnock. Meanwhile, after we (and many others) discussed the potential for a Warnock Presidential run in 2028, it's notable that not only has Rev. Senator Warnock gotten two "affordability" bills passed and made into law (the $35 insulin cap being a big one), his bill capping home ownership by private equity firms not only became law, it did so without the signature of President Donald Trump. That's right - Senator Warnock got his bill through Congress while Trump keeps flailing on his voter suppression bill. Who's got more sway in the Beltway these days, then, hmm?- - - Progressive podcaster Keith Edwards brought the world's attention to the first voices of those hired to bring "pleasure" to former Senator Lindsey Graham on his podcast, but he also stated - more eloquently than I could, frankly - why he, too, being a gay man, took issue with Graham's hypocrisies. - - - Lastly, a (gift link) good piece by Greg Bluestein at the AJC noting the differences between the campaigns of Stacey Abrams and Keisha Lance Bottoms despite both having glass ceilings to shatter in being Georgia's first female and black (plus female AND black) governor. Bottoms' more subtle tone vs Abrams' more vocal tenor is - if nothing else - noteworthy.

Get to know journalist and podcaster Hana Baba, who brought us the story of politician, writer, and voting rights activist Stacey Abrams. Hana tells us how she fell in love with journalism, what it is like to break the expectations placed on her by her Sudanese family, and break the mold as a journalist who wears a headscarf. And, she explains what sees as Stacey Abrams' biggest impacts on the world. [This episode originally aired March 2021.]

In 2018, politician, lawyer, writer, and activist Stacey Abrams became the first Black woman nominated by any major political party to run for state governor in the U.S. when she made a bid to become governor of Georgia. She lost that election—just barely—but afterwards, she only became more passionate about ensuring that every eligible American can exercise their right to vote. Since then, Stacey has worked tirelessly to register hundreds of thousands of voters and to remove barriers to voting—resulting in record voter turnout in Georgia in 2020 and 2021, especially among communities of color.   About the Narrator Hana Baba is an award-winning radio journalist- host of "Crosscurrents"- the daily newsmagazine on NPR station KALW Public Radio in San Francisco. She is also cohost/co-producer of The Stoop podcast, telling stories from across the Black Diaspora. A Sudanese American, she enjoys exploring intersectionality and the richness of experiences in the African diaspora overall. Her work also appears on NPR, PRI, BBC, OZY, and others, and she has interviewed personalities like Levar Burton, Jimmy Carter, Stacey Abrams, David Oyelowo, Uzo Aduba and more. [This episode originally aired March 2021.]   Credits This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It's based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. Executive Producer is Katie Sprenger. This episode was produced by Isaac Kaplan-Woolner. It was sound designed and mixed by Camille Stennis. A special thanks to the whole Rebel Girls team, who make this podcast possible! This episode was written by Alexis Stratton. Proofread by Ariana Rosas. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi. For more, visit www.rebelgirls.com.

As the Trump administration continues steering the U.S. toward far-right, authoritarian, and ultranationalist policies, Stacey Abrams has been on a mission to restore democracy in the United States. Abrams made her name serving 11 years in the Georgia House of Representatives and she was the first Black woman to run for governor as the nominee for a major party in the U.S. After losing her second bid for governor of Georgia in 2022, she turned her focus to fighting for voting rights and The 10 Steps campaign, a nationwide mobilization and education effort to encourage civic engagement. She's also written more than a dozen books, including romance novels, thrillers, children's books, non-fiction and memoir. We'll talk with Abrams about her most recent books and how the nation can undo our government's shift toward authoritarianism.  Guests: Stacey Abrams, author, entrepreneur, and politician. Her latest novel is "Coded Justice." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we bring you an episode from Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams. Stacey Abrams has committed her career to bold political advocacy and voting rights. In this episode, Stacey opens the show by answering audience questions about the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Voting Rights Act, and what it means for our democracy. Then she's joined by Jane Fonda, who explains why she's revived the Committee for the First Amendment, a group originally supported by her father in the 1940's. Stacey and Jane also talk about the Trump administration's attacks against Jimmy Kimmel, why the Warner Bros. and Paramount merger is so dangerous, and what Jane has learned after decades of activism, including her actions during the Vietnam War. Catch Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams, every Tuesday, on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com.

Today, we bring you an episode from Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams. Stacey Abrams has committed her career to bold political advocacy and voting rights. In this episode, Stacey opens the show by answering audience questions about the Supreme Court's recent Voting Rights Act ruling and what it means for our democracy. Then she's joined by Jane Fonda, who explains why she's revived the Committee for the First Amendment, a group originally supported by her father in the 1940's. Stacey and Jane also discuss the Trump administration's attacks on Jimmy Kimmel, why the Warner Bros.-Paramount merger is so dangerous, and what Jane has learned after decades of activism, including her actions during the Vietnam War. Catch Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams, every Tuesday, on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.Learn & Do More Be Curious: To learn more about Jane Fonda's extraordinary history of art and activism, check out the documentary Jane Fonda in Five Acts from HBO.   Solve Problems: You can get involved in the fight against the consequences of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on the Voting Rights Act. Check out the Louisiana-based organization Power Coalition for Equity and Justice at powercoalition.org to learn about volunteer opportunities. The organization Civic Tennessee at https://www.mobilize.us/civictn/ also has volunteer opportunities available. Do Good: The ACLU continues to be a powerful resource in its fight for Free Speech. Visit ACLU.org and check out their campaigns in support of free speech and expression.

HER 250, Episode 3: From Bearing Witness to Building PowerThe final episode of HER 250 turns from history to the present — and to what comes next.Dr. Crystallee Crain opens with an unflinching look at where the gaps from Episodes One and Two still show up today. The wage gap remains stark and racially specific: Native American women are paid 53 cents, Latinas 54 cents, and Black women 63 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men. Maternal health disparities persist even across education levels — Black women with a college degree have higher pregnancy-related mortality rates than white women without a high school diploma, evidence that the gap is about racism, not income.But this episode is also a celebration of what's being built right now. Dr. Crain highlights Deb Haaland, the first Native American Cabinet secretary in U.S. history, who used her position as Secretary of the Interior to launch the federal investigation into Indian boarding schools discussed in Episode One. She points to Stacey Abrams, whose work with Fair Fight Action after Georgia's contested 2018 governor's race helped register hundreds of thousands of new voters.From there, Dr. Crain lays out a concrete vision for an intersectional future — disaggregated public health data, redistributive philanthropy, real community governance, and culture as a vehicle for healing — drawing directly from her own work building the Michigan Prevention Data Atlas. The series closes on a personal note: a reflection on the women of Flint, Michigan, who Dr. Crain calls "the infrastructure of this country," and a charge to listeners that the next 250 years belong to all of us.Episode 3 Citations[1] Wage gap figures are sourced from the National Partnership for Women and Families, "America's Women and the Wage Gap" (nationalpartnership.org), based on U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey, Annual Social and Economic Supplement, 2025 (reporting 2024 data), and corroborated by the AAUW Equal Pay Day Calendar (aauw.org, 2026).[2] Maternal health disparities by education level are documented by KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation), "Racial Disparities in Maternal and Infant Health: Current Status and Key Issues" (kff.org).[3] Deb Haaland's historic confirmation as the first Native American Cabinet secretary and her launch of the Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative are documented by the U.S. Department of the Interior (doi.gov, press release, May 11, 2022).[4] Stacey Abrams's voter registration work through Fair Fight Action following the 2018 Georgia governor's race is documented by Fair Fight Action (fairfight.com) and corroborated by reporting from NPR, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. See also: Abrams, Stacey. Our Time Is Now: Power, Purpose, and the Fight for a Fair America. Henry Holt, 2020.SoundEpidemic SoundOsokuTitle:Wanderlust

**Community Connection: Navigating the Complexities of Sexual Wellness** In this thought-provoking episode of Community Connection, hosts Tina Cosby and Eric G. open the show discussing the Indianapolis Urban League hosting their Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon at the Indiana Convention Center. Tina has a chance to talk with the keynote speaker, Voting Rights Advocate and Former Georgia Politician Stacey Abrams. A little later Atty. Political Journalist & Commentator, Professor, Talk Show Host, WIBC's Abdul At Large (Saturdays 1pm - 3pm). Abdul - Hakim Shabazz joins the show. Abdul discusses the latest on what happened at the GOP State Convention this past weekend in Fort Wayne, along with the party giving the boot to incumbent Secretary of State Diego Morales. Next up Dr. Denise Hayes, Psychologist, President, IN Chapter, Association of Black Psychologists and her guest Dr. James Wadley, Lincoln University (Philadelphia) Professor and Chair of the Counseling & Human Services Dept, Marriage, Family and Sexuality Therapist. They discuss the often-taboo topic of sexual wellness, exploring how societal expectations, social media, and personal experiences shape our understanding of intimacy and relationships. The conversation is a refreshing and honest discussion that challenges listeners to rethink their assumptions about sex and relationships. The episode begins with the importance of informed participation in the voting process, with Abdul respectfully disagreeing with Stacy Abrams' call to action to get more people involved in voting. He argues that more informed participation is key, rather than simply more participation. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about the complexities of sexual wellness, including how social media can both positively and negatively impact our perceptions of sex and relationships. The hosts are joined by special guests, including Dr. James Wadley, a psychologist and sexologist, who shares his expertise on the importance of open and honest conversations about sex and intimacy. He emphasizes the need for people to be willing to listen to each other and have sensitive conversations about their desires, needs, and boundaries. The conversation also touches on the importance of teaching children about sex and intimacy in a way that is developmentally appropriate and respectful. As the episode comes to a close, listeners are left with a lot to think about and consider. If you're interested in exploring these complex topics further, tune in to this episode of Community Connection to hear the full conversation and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of open and honest communication in relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stacey Abrams is probably best-known as a politician and political organizer; she the first Black woman in U.S. history to become the gubernatorial nominee of a major political party. Abrams has launched multiple nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies, with a longstanding focus on voter registration and voters' rights.      What you might not know is that Abrams has published 17 books in the last 25 years, including thrillers, romance novels, children's books, memoir, and more. She started writing novels while in law school, and her new book is the thriller “Coded Justice,” which is about a topic on everyone's minds these days: AI.   Abrams was interviewed by the host of OPB's Think Out Loud, Dave Miller, at the book festival. They discuss her early choice to use a pen name (Selena Montgomery) and the importance of community and having a team. Their warm, wide-ranging conversation reveals Abrams's deep curiosity and immense intellect. One thing that really struck me is when Abrams talks about the relationship between her author life and her political life; she says, “Good policy is storytelling.”  Stacey Abrams is a New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and political leader. She served as Minority Leader in the Georgia House of Representatives, and she was the first black woman to become gubernatorial nominee for a major party in United States history. Abrams has launched multiple nonprofit organizations devoted to democracy protection, voting rights, and effective public policy. She has also cofounded successful companies, including a financial services firm, an energy and infrastructure consulting firm, and the media company, Sage Works Productions, Inc. Abrams's latest novel is titled Coded Justice.  Dave Miller is the host of Oregon Public Broadcasting's daily talk show, “Think Out Loud.” Before coming to OPB, Dave was the senior producer of “Open Source,” a nationally syndicated radio show based at the NPR affiliate station WGBH in Boston. He began his radio career as a documentary producer at Sound Portraits Productions and StoryCorps. From 2008 to 2011, he worked as the online host of the show. His stories have aired on NPR's “All Things Considered,” “Morning Edition” and “Weekend Edition Saturday.” Dave graduated from Harvard University with a degree in English.  

Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell take on listener questions ahead of Georgia's upcoming runoffs and a special legislative session. They dig into the Rick Jackson ad that leans on Brian Kemp's words without an actual endorsement, and size up how both Republican governor's race candidates are racing to claim the MAGA lane while also courting Kemp's political brand. Greg and Tia also weigh in on Keisha Lance Bottoms and Jon Ossoff's early joint campaigning, what the black women's vote actually delivered for Stacey Abrams in 2018, and how Georgia's leadership committee fundraising law created a money advantage that's still generating legal fights this cycle. Have a question or comment for the show? Call or text the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during our next Monday Mailbag segment. You can also email your questions at PoliticallyGeorgia@ajc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Guest Host: Mary Walter -The U.S. military demonstrates that “dead in the water” is more than a figure of speech, using a precision Hellfire missile to park an Iranian-bound tanker exactly where it sits. Mary is impressed and also relieved nobody was still hanging around the engine room. -Mary dives into EPA grant controversies, wondering how organizations with tiny financial footprints suddenly become trusted stewards of billions of taxpayer dollars. Stacey Abrams' name keeps popping up, and so do Mary's eyebrows. -Vanilla Ice refuses to melt under political pressure, declaring that America's 250th birthday should be a celebration, not a partisan food fight. He happily volunteers to spread love, perform music, and stay out of political warfare. -Former NSC chief of staff and CIA analyst Fred Fleitz joins Mary for an extended discussion on newly discovered DOJ and FBI “burn bag” documents, suggesting a patriotic insider may have preserved evidence tied to Crossfire Hurricane and the Trump investigations. Today's podcast is sponsored by : RELIEF FACTOR - You don't need to live with aches & pains! Reduce muscle & joint inflammation and live a pain-free life by visiting http://ReliefFactor.com  BOLL & BRANCH - Upgrade your sleep with Boll & Branch quality bedding. Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at http://BollAndBranch.com/robcarson with code ROBCARSON. BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday… Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) You can now WATCH and chat with The Rob Carson Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people know her as a political juggernaut. She's a former minority leader of the Georgia state House, whose coalition building in that state became a blueprint for campaigns across the country. But Stacey Abrams is also a New York Times bestselling author, and NOT just of political nonfiction. Her series of legal thrillers follows protagonist Avery Keene through the inner workings of the U.S. Supreme Court and beyond. And while you're turning the pages well into the night, you may also start thinking in new ways about democracy and justice. Abrams joins host Michelle Tyrene Johnson to kick off our fifth season, which is all about art as protest.Learn more about Stacey Abrams' work at staceyabrams.comThis season of Race Unwrapped is supported by the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, and by our listeners. Click here to help make this work possible!

Joe talks about the Stacey Abrams' big night last night, the votes rolling in for the California primary, the clear message in these primaries, and what we can take away from the various racesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, we investigate alarming government fundingconflicts, specifically how an NGO connected to Georgia activist and formergubernatorial candidate Stacy Abrams was awarded a $2 billion EPA grant in 2024,after taking only $100 the previous year.John is joined by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, who breaks down partisan self-dealingand misuse of American taxpayer dollars. He also details the Trump administration'songoing efforts to reform federal environmental quality legislation.The conversation continues with a discussion about a deal on the table between theU.S to extend their ceasefire for another 60 days.Show co-host Amanda Head later welcomes Ali Reza Jafarzadah, the deputy director ofthe Washington Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran and author of TheIran Threat.Jafarzadah sheds light on the vulnerabilities of the current Iran regime, including itsstruggles to defend against U.S. and Israel air strikes, uprisings within their ownpopulation and their self-imposed oil blockade.All oIn the third segment, we shift our focus to State Department reports showing how theU.S. government has funded global terrorism groups – in direct violation of the federalTaylor Force Act, named in honour of fallen American soldier Taylor Force. John sitsdown with Taylor's father, Stuart Force, who discusses how American taxpayer dollarswere funneled to the Palestinian Authority, an entity known for inciting violence againstcivilians in Israel.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SHORT DESCRIPTION New claims of massive federal fraud are shaking Washington as officials and former EPA leadership allege billions in taxpayer dollars were improperly routed through green energy programs. Tara and Roger break down the allegations, the political fallout, and the growing push inside government to recover what was spent. FEATURED STORIES 1. Trump Officials Claim Massive Fraud Potential in Federal Budget Elon Musk, in comments attributed to a conversation with Joe Rogan, is referenced alongside Trump administration officials who argue that eliminating fraud and improper payments could dramatically reduce the federal deficit. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is cited estimating hundreds of billions in potential fraud annually, while Stephen Miller argues the federal budget could be balanced if only properly eligible recipients received payments. 2. EPA Leadership Launches Criminal Referrals Over Green Energy Spending Former EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced multiple criminal referrals following an internal review of Biden-era environmental grant programs. According to the claims discussed, the investigation centers on alleged misuse of funds routed through nonprofit intermediaries. Zeldin says roughly $29 billion in EPA grants have been paused or canceled amid the review. 3. The $2 Billion Stacy Abrams-Linked Grant Raises Questions One of the most controversial examples cited involves a $2 billion grant awarded to a nonprofit tied to former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacy Abrams. Critics highlighted that the organization reportedly had minimal prior financial activity before receiving federal funding, raising questions about oversight and eligibility standards. 4. “Pass-Through” Nonprofits Under Scrutiny Investigators referenced in the segment describe a network of nonprofit “pass-through” entities allegedly used to distribute federal funds with limited government oversight after initial disbursement. Concerns raised include whether funds were properly tracked once distributed beyond the initial recipient organizations. 5. Allegations of Political Enrichment Through Climate Funding Programs The discussion also focuses on claims that green energy and climate-related funding programs were structured in ways that benefited politically connected organizations and former government officials. Programs under the Inflation Reduction Act are specifically mentioned as part of the funding pipeline under review. 6. Calls to Reclaim Federal Funds Intensify The Trump EPA team is described as attempting to claw back portions of previously distributed grants, referring some cases to the Inspector General and the Department of Justice for possible prosecution. Supporters argue that stronger oversight and rescission of unused funds could help reduce waste and fraud. KEY TAKEAWAYS Allegations of large-scale federal fraud are fueling renewed scrutiny of government spending. EPA grant programs are under investigation for potential misuse and weak oversight. Nonprofit intermediaries are a central focus of concern in how federal funds are distributed. Political debate is intensifying over climate-related spending and accountability. Officials are pushing for recovered funds and expanded investigations. QUOTE OF THE DAY “If only properly eligible recipients received federal dollars, we could balance the budget.” SOCIAL MEDIA TEASER

Lee Zeldin, the 17th administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, returns to the morning show to discuss a climate group linked to high-profile Democrat Stacey Abrams being granted $2 billion by the Biden administration in a "scheme" of "wasteful" spending, before he expands on other issues in the news today pertaining to the EPA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democracy is under attack—and this conversation made clear that the fight for voting rights is entering a dangerous new phase.On Thursday May 14, Lauren Groh-Wargo, CEO of Fair Fight Action (Rights & Insights), and Tennessee State Rep. Justin J. Pearson joined BigTentUSA's urgent discussion on the fallout from “Louisiana v. Callais”. Groh-Wargo and Pearson sounded the alarm on escalating efforts to dismantle fair representation across the South. From racial gerrymandering and attacks on Black voting power to coordinated pushes for partisan redistricting, the speakers warned that extremist lawmakers are testing how far they can weaken democracy—and counting on people to tune out. The conversation highlighted mounting threats in states like Georgia, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana, while emphasizing that courts alone will not stop the damage. Instead, organizers urged attendees to focus on turnout, state supreme court races, grassroots organizing, and sustained public pressure.Folks, the time to organize, mobilize, and fight back is now.Speakers' Recommended Actions:* Push back hard against voter suppression, racist gerrymandering, and attacks on democracy by calling them out publicly and keeping the pressure on.* Build bigger, stronger coalitions by bringing together community groups, workers, young people, businesses, and pro-democracy allies.* Reach more voters—including people who feel disconnected from politics—through year-round grassroots organizing and community outreach.* Focus on turnout in the 2026 midterms and key state and local races that will shape voting rights and representation.* Support local organizers and stay involved beyond election season through advocacy, education, and community action.Check out our ACT NOW page:https://bigtentusa.org/act-now/ Learn more about Fair Fight Action here:https://www.fairfight.com/Learn more about Rep. Pearson's campaign here:https://www.votejustinj.com/ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:Lauren Groh-Wargo is a political and civic engagement strategist, executive, and advocate for economic and voting rights. She partnered with Stacey Abrams in 2012 to build Democratic and progressive infrastructure in Georgia, and in response to 2018 voter suppression, founded and serves as CEO of Fair Fight Action, which combats suppression and advances voter education. Fair Fight played a key role in the 2020 election and 2021 Georgia runoff. An organizer at heart, Lauren has led campaigns and advised nonprofits nationally for over 20 years. She holds an Economics degree from American University and lives in Atlanta with her partner and son.Rep. Justin J. Pearson launched his campaign for Tennessee's Ninth Congressional District on October 8, 2025, declaring it “a campaign for The People.” A movement leader and Tennessee lawmaker, he rose to national prominence as part of the Tennessee Three, standing up for gun reform and being overwhelmingly reelected after expulsion. A lifelong organizer, he helped lead the victorious Byhalia Pipeline fight, shut down a cancer-causing sterilization plant, and now challenges Elon Musk's xAI data center. The second-youngest state legislator, Pearson is a national voice for justice, honored with the Truman Center's 2024 Moral Courage Award. He's running to bring that fight to Congress. Pearson is married to his partner in life and the struggle for justice Oceana R. Gilliam-Pearson. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bigtentnews.substack.com

**Episode 1,222: George Floyd Died for the Sins of Black America – And It Was All in Vain** In this hard-hitting episode, Clay Edwards pulls no punches on the six-year anniversary of George Floyd's death. He argues that what was sold as a defining moment for racial justice instead became a blank check for chaos, cultural decline, and self-inflicted damage that has left black America worse off. Clay breaks down how the “mostly peaceful protests,” the billions raised, the corporate virtue signaling, and the defund the police movement all backfired spectacularly. He examines the rapid rise and fall of the post-Floyd narrative through major events like the Kyle Rittenhouse acquittal, Stacey Abrams' defeats, the exposure of BLM's financial scandals, and the Supreme Court ending race-based affirmative action. The episode features a deep dive into the top 10 deadliest cities in America — all Democrat-controlled and majority black — along with shocking FBI crime statistics broken down by race and age. These numbers reveal staggering disparities, especially among young black males, and raise uncomfortable questions about culture, accountability, and leadership failures. In Hour 2, Clay is joined by Andrew Gasser for further discussion on these crime trends, the state of Democrat-run cities, and real-world examples of cultural decay, including a eye-opening story from a recent Carnival cruise. Unfiltered, data-driven, and no-holds-barred — this is reality radio at its finest.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I take on a label that gets thrown around way too casually: ‘far‑right fascist.' I walk through how mainstream politicians, academics, and media smear conservatives as fascists, starting with Biden's ‘semi‑fascism' line and moving through Hillary Clinton, Stacey Abrams, Antifa, the 2020 riots, and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. I argue that election denial and political violence are bipartisan bad habits, not a one‑sided moral failing. I lay out my three‑axis way of thinking about politics — personal freedom (‘leave me the hell alone'), economic control (capitalism vs. heavy state control), and nationalism — and explain why both fascists and communists fail the ‘leave me the hell alone' test, why today's loud progressives sit closer to the authoritarian left than they admit, and why wanting smaller government and strong borders does not make you Mussolini. If being conservative gets you called a fascist, maybe it's time to stop accepting their definitions — and, if we're going to trade playground insults, to answer that their mother wears army boots

The labor movement is done waiting for a seat at the table—workers are fighting for survival at the federal level and running for legislative seats locally. In this episode of America's Work Force Union Podcast, we examine the dual realities of modern union power: the defensive structural protections of our public infrastructure and the offensive strategy of electoral politics. Part 1: The Federal Worker Purge & The Privatization Playbook Jacqueline Simon, Policy Director of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), joins the show to deliver a sobering report on the state of the federal workforce. Since January 2025, a sweeping execution of executive orders has fundamentally altered public services. The 300,000 Job Elimination: Why abolishing permanent positions permanently reduces federal capacity and sets agencies up to fail. The National Security Loophole: How a million workers had their collective bargaining rights stripped in what the administration's own paperwork admits was a retaliatory strike against the union. Designed to Fail: The systematic gutting of Social Security field offices, 30,000 lost positions at VA healthcare, and the looming threat of TSA privatization. Part 2: From Endorsements to the Ballot Box Shifting to the offensive, Davida Russell, Secretary-Treasurer of the North Coast Area Labor Federation and Ohio CLUW State President, discusses her historic Democratic primary victory for the Ohio House, capturing nearly 75 percent of the vote. The Pivot to Power: Why working people are tired of empty campaign promises and are increasingly running their own members for office. Unstoppable Women Conference: A preview of the biennial gathering on June 5-6 in Independence, Ohio, featuring panels with Stacey Abrams, Amy Acton, Nina Turner, and trailblazing labor leaders. Real-World Realities: Addressing the financial and emotional exhaustion of the working class and channeling 60-year-high union favorability into direct legislative action. Resources & Links: Learn more about AFGE's legal challenges: afge.org AFL-CIO Website: aflcio.org  Subscribe to the America's Work Force Union Podcast for daily insight into worker power: awf.labortools.com

Trump's Purge: 5 Senators Down — Who's Next? Five senators are gone. One was a sitting U.S. Senator nobody thought could lose. Five Indiana state senators got purged in a single move. And now Trump just publicly endorsed Ken Paxton over four-term incumbent John Cornyn — sending a message every Republican in Washington just heard loud and clear. Lance Wallnau breaks down the pattern the establishment is desperate to ignore. Who's next on the list? In this episode, Lance unpacks Trump's bombshell Ken Paxton endorsement, the Republican Senate "war chest" being weaponized to protect RINOs instead of fight Democrats, the six-state primary day reshaping 2026, and the Supreme Court "Kalei" ruling that could flip up to 100 seats and crack Stacey Abrams' $2 billion Fair Fight empire wide open. Is this the most consequential primary week of the decade? In this episode: • Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton over John Cornyn — and why the Republican establishment is panicking • The five Indiana state senators Trump just purged for betraying MAGA • Bill Cassidy's stunning Louisiana loss — only the second sitting senator booted in modern history • The Supreme Court "Kalei" redistricting ruling nobody is covering — could flip 30 congressional seats and hundreds of local seats • Why Stacey Abrams' $2 billion Fair Fight infrastructure is now legally vulnerable • The $32 million Thomas Massie race in Kentucky • Burt Jones vs. Raffensperger — Georgia's governor battle heats up • 25 FBI agents dressed as MAGA on January 6 — and Christopher Wray's careful lawyer-speak • A prophetic prayer for America's 250th year Trump isn't just winning elections anymore. He's reshaping the entire Republican Party in real time — and the names of who survives this purge will define the next decade of American politics. Podcast Episode 2125: Trump's Purge: 5 Senators Down — Who's Next? | don't miss this! Listen to more episodes of the Lance Wallnau Show at lancewallnau.com/podcast

CannCon and Ashe in America open with Ashe's first in-person visit with Tina Peters in prison, arriving just hours after Governor Jared Polis cut her sentence in half and granted parole effective June 1. Ashe shares Peters' priorities upon release: her 97-year-old mother, her health, and her dog Minka. The conversation turns to a full legal breakdown of the case, including what she was actually convicted of versus acquitted of, the exculpatory text messages withheld by the FBI from DA Rubinstein, and how the court blocked her from disputing the prosecution's intent narrative. CannCon and Ashe also break down the $17.76 billion weaponization of government fund and whether their own cases might qualify. The show then pivots to The Atlantic's hit piece on election integrity advocates including Clay Parikh and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who seized 650,000 ballots after redistricting discrepancies. The episode closes on Todd Blanche's Fox Business interview confirming active DOJ investigations in Arizona and Fulton County, Susie Wiles' statement that Trump may have won additional 2020 states, and Stacy Abrams reacting to the downstream effects of the Louisiana v. Callais redistricting ruling.

CannCon and Ghost open Tuesday with Ghost fresh off a Caribbean wedding where he discovered Epstein Island is visible from a crowded ferry. DOJ announces the plea deal of Brenda Lee Brown Armstrong, a 20-year veteran of registering homeless people on Skid Row with cigarettes and cash, exposed by James O'Keefe. CannCon connects her voter roll padding directly to Maryland's mail-in ballot crisis, where Trump posts that 500,000 illegal ballots were sent out and demands a DOJ investigation of Governor Wes Moore. Stacey Abrams confirms what CannCon said three weeks ago: the Louisiana v. Calais redistricting decision threatens not just congressional seats but up to 191 state legislative districts, and with them every city council, county commission, and school board in the South. Ghost previews the Western Kentucky AIPAC versus Massey primary as a guaranteed lose-lose for the establishment GOP: either outcome blows up the coalition. Linda McMahon reveals the FAFSA fraud crackdown is stopping ghost students, bots, and dead people from collecting federal loans. The San Diego Islamic Center shooting unfolds with fog of war caution. And a Minnesota ICE officer is charged in a shooting CannCon says deserves a trial regardless of politics.

Hour 1 opens with Marc and the crew returning to the newly renovated studio before reflecting on a stormy graduation weekend and previewing major upcoming interviews with FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey and Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hannaway. The conversation quickly shifts into outrage over reports that some Missouri county election officials may refuse to honor the state's newly approved 7-1 congressional map ahead of the August primaries, with Marc warning of legal consequences if local officials attempt to ignore Supreme Court-approved district lines. The hour also covers the developing California church and school shooting involving two teenagers accused of stealing firearms, possible extremist motivations, and reports that an armed citizen may have helped stop the attack before even more people were killed. The Shortlist segment tackles Trump-backed efforts to unseat Congressman Thomas Massie, overnight violence near Keener Plaza in downtown St. Louis, Stacey Abrams warning Democrats about major election losses, and CNN drawing criticism for airing footage from Tehran showing Iranian civilians and children being trained with rifles amid anti-American propaganda messaging. Marc then unloads on Missouri's skyrocketing property tax assessments, accusing local governments and state officials of manipulating valuations to squeeze homeowners while lawmakers failed to pass meaningful relief measures. During “Kim on a Whim,” Kim and Marc hammer COVID-era prison release policies after reports showed inmates released during the pandemic were later charged with violent crimes including murder, while also criticizing media fear campaigns surrounding Ebola and hantavirus coverage and arguing that progressive criminal justice policies continue to weaken public safety. The hour closes with a discussion about the collapse of neighborhood interaction in America, as new survey data shows fewer Americans regularly speak with their neighbors due to social media, changing lifestyles, and growing social isolation. Hashtags: #CaliforniaShooting #ChurchShooting #PropertyTaxes #MissouriPolitics #COVID #PrisonReleases #AndrewBailey #CatherineHannaway #ThomasMassie #Trump #StLouisCrime #CNN #Iran #Hantavirus #Ebola #Crime #Recidivism #Neighborhoods #CommunityCollapse #ElectionMaps

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The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when it ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision and why she thinks the way forward is still through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: ‘They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow.'

The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when they ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision, and why, even now, she thinks the way forward is still through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: “They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow.”. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when they ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision, and why, even now, she thinks the way forward is still through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: “They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow.”. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when it ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority-Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. In the first episode of Guardian US's video podcast Stateside, co-host Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader. They discuss the fallout from the decision, and why Abrams still thinks the way forward is through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: ‘They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow'

The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when they ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision, and why, even now, she thinks the way forward is still through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: “They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow.”. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FootballWeeklyPodcast

The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when they ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision, and why, even now, she thinks the way forward is still through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: ‘They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow'. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

The US supreme court dealt a devastating blow to the 1965 Voting Rights Act when it ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states cannot consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority-Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks to Stacey Abrams, a voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision, and why, despite it all, she still believes the way forward lies in engaging more voters to participate in democracy. ‘They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow,' she says. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

The US supreme court demolished the 1965 Voting Rights Act when they ruled in Louisiana v Callais in April that states can't consider race in redistricting. Southern states from Tennessee to Alabama have rushed to erase majority Black districts, sparking chaos for the midterm elections. Kai Wright talks with Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and former Georgia house minority leader, about the fallout from the decision, and why, even now, she thinks the way forward is still through engaging more voters to participate in democracy: “They have fractured communities and said we're going to scatter these seeds. Our job is to grow.”

Redistricting battles are spreading like wildfire in both red and blue states, and increasingly the fate of America's electoral system is at the mercy of the courts. This week, Alex speaks to Virginia Representative Suhas Subramanyam about how Democrats in the state are planning to fight fire with fire after a major setback for their efforts to redraw voting lines, and she hears from New York State Senator Mark Gianaris about the risks of diluting minority and progressive votes. Then Alex speaks to Stacey Abrams, host of Crooked Media's Assembly Required, about the Supreme Court's gutting of the Voting Rights Act and why Democrats can't abandon their values to pursue Congressional seats.

The Supreme Court's ruling in Louisiana v. Callais last month dismantled a critical portion of the Voting Rights Act. And since then, a slew of states — largely in the South — have moved to redraw voting maps. In doing so, they're eliminating majority-Black voting districts. There are not many people who have done more to fight for Black voting power and for the rights of Black voters in the South than Stacey Abrams, host of Crooked Media's Assembly Required. So we talked to her about the racist implications of Louisiana vs. Callais and where we go from here.And in headlines, Senate Republicans once again block legislation that would halt President Donald Trump's war of choice with Iran, Vice President JD Vance takes more steps in the administration's anti-fraud initiative, and a Politico analysis finds that the Trump administration has lost in court more than 10,000 times in ICE detention decisions.Show Notes: Check out Stacey's podcast – Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

5.13.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: MAGA Voting Rights Power Grab. Stacey Abrams' Dire Warning. Justin Jones Stripped of All Committees. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has called for a special legislative session to redraw electoral maps following a Supreme Court ruling. This move aligns with several southern states controlled by Republicans that are attempting to undermine Black voting power. We'll discuss this issue with voting advocate Stacey Abrams and Gerald Griggs, the NAACP State President of Georgia. Texas Congressman Marc Veasey, Co-Chair of the Congressional Voting Rights Caucus, will join us to explain why federal oversight of election changes is crucial in states with a history of voter discrimination. Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones will be here to talk about how he was stripped of all his committee assignments for protesting the MAGA power grab in his state. The Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries calls out Republicans over their failed policies that are worsening the affordability crisis. In tonight's Crockett Chronicles, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett challenges the silence from Republicans who did not attend a recent hearing and will urge the public to pay attention to who is willing to fight for survivors and who is not. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Tim talks about a group of center-left Democrats trying to make waves as partisanship continues to dominate the electorate. His guests are Debbie Cox Bultan, CEO of NewDEAL, and Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers. The national group held a conference in Raleigh and stopped by while in town. NewDEAL is a network of center-left elected leaders who are self-described pragmatists focusing on expanding opportunity and spurring growth. Alums of the group include Pete Buttigieg, Josh Shapiro and Stacey Abrams.

AlabamaGovernor Ivey says state will hold special primary elections on August 11thTwo groups file motion in federal court to stop use of 2023 district mapDemocrat Juandalyn Givan calls Justice Clarence Thomas an "Uncle Tom"AL House Speaker calls out unprofessional behavior of Dem Lawmakers8 GOP state senate candidates call for investigation into an AL PAC and its finance recordsNationalDr. Marty Makary tenders resignation as FDA director to President TrumpWhite House places official on leave after undercover video release KY Senator brings CIA whistleblower to senate committee re: Covid originsTN House Speaker strips all Dem lawmakers of committee assignments following melee on House floor earlier this weekGeorgia state senate committee issues subpoena to Stacy Abrams over campaign finance questions

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Jon Herold comes in Tuesday energized and with receipts. The FBI is now actively interviewing CIA officials as part of the Brennan investigation into the 2017 Russian intelligence assessment, and Jon plays a recent Brennan clip where the man openly admits to knowing about a "legion" of professionals inside the government still working against Trump. Jon flags it as potential RICO furtherance on tape. The DOJ also officially warned reporters they should expect subpoenas in the classified Iran war leaks investigation, with the Wall Street Journal already having received them. Jon reads newly released Senate committee documents showing Hunter Biden Mann Act evidence including text messages, goes live down a rabbit hole when he notices the name "Robert" in one exchange, and arrives somewhere interesting. Kari Lake is being sent to Jamaica as ambassador and Doug Mastriano to the Slovak Republic, and Jon sees a familiar template: Trump takes big election integrity figures, parks them in ambassadorships, and they disappear from the conversation. Also: the California mayor who just pleaded guilty to being a Chinese spy is named Wang, Stacey Abrams has been subpoenaed in Georgia, ODNI is reviewing 120 US-funded foreign biolabs, and Trump wants Wall Street banned from buying houses.

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May 2, 2026, 9 AM ; Trump's claim came on what was the 60-day deadline for him to gain approval from Congress to continue the war with Iran. Meanwhile, in his first Capitol Hill appearances since the start of the war, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was grilled about a host of issues, including the cost of the war, which the Pentagon put at $25B dollars over two months. Massachusetts Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton joins The Weekend to discuss Hegseth's testimony to congress and the conflict's mounting price tag. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW 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.

Steve Schmidt speaks to former Georgia House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams as The Save America Movement and her 10 Steps Campaign join forces against the rising tide of authoritarianism. Abrams has never stopped fighting, and today she brings her roadmap for resistance directly to the Save America Movement community. SHOP: " The Constitution is King" mug: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/products/the-constitution-is-king-mug?_pos=2&_psq=constitution+is+king&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Support The Warning and become a YouTube member today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2I50t9-7Ol7AjwryRv-Fiw/join Subscribe for more and follow me here: Substack: https://steveschmidt.substack.com/subscribe Store: https://thewarningwithsteveschmidt.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thewarningses.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveSchmidtSES/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewarningses Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewarningses/ X: https://x.com/SteveSchmidtSES

Are political words just words—or are they shaping real-world consequences? Tara breaks down the escalating rhetoric, media framing, and the dangerous feedback loop between messaging and action. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY In today's episode, Tara digs into how political rhetoric is escalating across media and leadership circles—and why it matters more than ever. From commentary surrounding Donald Trump to statements made by figures like Roy Cooper, Stacey Abrams, and Kamala Harris, the episode explores how language like “threat,” “dictator,” and “authoritarian” is shaping public perception. Tara also examines the role of influencers such as Hasan Piker and how rhetoric from both political figures and media personalities can contribute to heightened tensions. The episode raises a critical question: when repeated messaging paints opponents as existential threats, does it risk pushing unstable individuals toward extreme actions? This is a deep dive into narrative-building, media responsibility, and the real-world impact of political discourse.

Tara breaks down the escalating rhetoric surrounding President Trump, exposing what she calls a dangerous “double standard” in media and politics. From late-night comedy to campaign trails, she connects the dots between language, influence, and real-world consequences—arguing that words matter more than ever in today's political climate. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, Tara dives deep into what she describes as a coordinated pattern: inflammatory rhetoric on one side paired with justification from political leadership on the other. She highlights commentary from figures like Jimmy Kimmel and political voices including Kamala Harris, Stacey Abrams, and Roy Cooper—arguing that repeated framing of Donald Trump as a “threat” or “tyrant” contributes to a broader narrative. Tara also examines how messaging, media coverage, and selective outrage shape public perception—and asks whether the rules are being applied equally across political lines.

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