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Welcome to the very first Airborne News Roundup, where we parse through the jargon of the news and get to the important bits! Dogs can sniff out coronavirus, Israel's political future is uncertain, Democrats and Republicans are taking stands on American culture, the Arctic is free from drilling, Miami might build a sea wall, President Trump has beef with Facebook, California can sell assault weapons, and we're going to Venus! This is Airborne News Roundup #1, for the week of May 29-June 5.

It's no secret that America is as politically polarized today as it was before the American Civil War. It's also no secret that there are some major media networks that aren't shy about the way they lean politically, and they won't hesitate to say so. But how does media bias affect political polarization, and what are the lasting consequences that we'll have to face? This is Airborne Episode 13: Extra, Extra! Polarizing Press and Brazen Bias.

Mr. Will Aitchison, a public safety labor lawyer from Portland, Oregon, joins us to discuss his journey through Georgetown University Law School, the daily life of a labor lawyer, a new literary project, and the Portland riots. What is the reality of law enforcement officers in Portland? How do we become better critical thinkers? And, how do we as a society recognize truth from opinion? Find out now on Airborne Episode 12-To Seek the Truth.

Democrats are trying to pass a $1.9 trillion stimulus bill through Congress, to help the economy recover from COVID. One of the provisions in this bill was a national $15 minimum wage, but after being struck down by a Senate parliamentarian, Democrats have backed off from raising the minimum wage, at least for now, in favor of passing the giant stimulus. But is the minimum wage a boon for the economy, allowing workers to be paid a living wage, or does it kill jobs, and crush small businesses? Find out now in Airborne Episode 11-The Bare Minimum.

A first impression can define who you are. It can be eye contact, a handshake, or a tone of voice. For a president, it's the First 100 Days. The first one hundred days of a presidency have been used as a benchmark for measuring presidential achievement for almost a century, and in some cases, it defines the president's entire legacy for years to come. Let's dive in and explore President Biden's agenda in Airborne Episode 8-100 Days.

The Capitol Riots shocked the world. Rioters smashed the glass, kicked down the doors, and swept into the Capitol building. Roaming the building, weapons in hand, searching for government representatives, attempting to disrupt democracy, the peaceful transition of power. This is a turning point in American history. But we must all do we can stand above this wave of hate and do our part to protect the heart of the free world--democracy, and reconciliation. This is Airborne Episode 7-Protect the Heart. 

Mrs. Eisner, the head of the Northgate High School English Department and a master of language, joins us today to talk about political rhetoric! What's the state of political rhetoric today? Political rallies--good or bad? Is social media helping or hurting discourse? How do we talk about politics better? Find out today on Airborne-Let's Talk Rhetoric!