Current Affairs Unfiltered

The midterms are TOMORROW!!! Paige breaks down the races, controversies, and growing tensions shaping the final stretch of the campaign season. We'll touch on the state of key Senate races and it's also sh*t on Haley Stevens and Cory Booker o'clock while looking at the Michigan Senate race and the growing divide over progressive candidates, raising questions about party unity and what comes next for Democrats. She also discusses the latest developments in the James Comey case, Trump's approach to immigration and border policy ahead of the midterms, and election developments in Brazil and Israel.

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Katherine Stewart joins Current Affairs Unfiltered to examine the rise of Christian nationalism and its growing influence on American politics. Drawing on her research and books, she unpacks how wealthy donors, organized networks, and political movements work to advance an agenda that challenges democratic institutions and reshapes American public life. We discuss the strategies behind these efforts, what they mean for the future of American democracy, and why understanding the movement's influence is essential to recognizing what is at stake. Plus, we explore what citizens can do to protect democratic values and hold those in power accountable.

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Paige returns from her six week hiatus with a solo eppiosde focused on the upcoming midterms. We are talking Democrat momentum, Trump sliping into a liability, races to watch and about how we all seem to be getting ads not intended for us... plus Elon Musk sticks his ugly head out of the ground once again!

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Former Congressman Conor Lamb (PA-18) joins to discuss the future of the Democratic Party, the fight to protect American democracy, and what meaningful accountability should look like if Democrats regain power. Drawing on his experience as a Marine, federal prosecutor, and member of Congress, Lamb shares his perspective on voting rights, democratic institutions, and the challenges facing the party heading into 2028. We also reflect on his 2022 Senate primary against John Fetterman, how his views on Democratic strategy have evolved, and what he believes it will take to rebuild public trust in government.

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Public school teacher Sam Smeaton returns to break down the controversial overhaul of Texas' teaching standards and what it means for classrooms across the state. We discuss the ideological and religious influences shaping the proposed curriculum, the role outside organizations have played in rewriting educational standards, and why so many Texas teachers have sounded the alarm. The conversation also explores what the State Board of Education ultimately decided, what these changes could mean for students' understanding of American history and civics, and why education policy has become one of the nation's most contentious political battlegrounds. Plus, we touch on the state of Texas politics and what to watch in the upcoming Senate race.

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In this episode, Paige discusses the 2028 primary schedule, the death of Lindsey Graham, Mitch McConnell's continued mysterious absence, and the chaos at the White House Correspondence Dinner.

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As America marks its 250th anniversary, Tony Williams and David Bobb join to discuss their new book, Divided Over the Declaration, and why disagreement has always been central to the American experiment. We explore how generations of Americans from the Founders to Frederick Douglass to the Civil Rights Movement have interpreted the Declaration of Independence to expand the promise of liberty and equality. The conversation examines why political division isn't necessarily a sign of national decline, but can instead be a catalyst for progress and reform. We also discuss the state of civic education today, what the semiquincentennial reveals about our current political moment, and why understanding our founding ideals matters more than ever.

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In this episode, Paige breaks down the latest developments in the Iran conflict, including the collapse of the ceasefire and what it means for U.S. involvement in the region. She also unpacks the growing controversy surrounding Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, reflects on Mitch McConnell's political legacy following his latest health scare and examines Trump's efforts to inject politics into the 2026 World Cup. Plus, a look at Illinois' new AI safety law and why state governments may be leading the way on artificial intelligence regulation while Congress remains at a standstill. 

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Keira Havens returns to Current Affairs Unfiltered to discuss the rapid growth of Citizens Impeachment's Courage Candidates and what their campaigns could mean for the future of the Democratic Party. We dive into how the organization recruits candidates, why they require a commitment to pursuing impeachment, and the policy priorities that unite their slate. Keira also explains Citizens Impeachment's new policy matrix, their long-term strategy for building a pipeline of accountable leaders, and why they believe change starts in congressional primaries. If you're interested in grassroots organizing, progressive politics, and the movement to reshape Democratic leadership from the ground up, this episode is for you.

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Policy Matrix!

In this week's episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige breaks down the Senate's effort to rein in Trump's war powers in Iran and why the administration's latest deal looks surprisingly similar to the Obama-era agreement Republicans once condemned. She also examines the results of key New York primary elections and what they reveal about the future of the Democratic Party. Plus, a look at the latest Trump controversies from the melting Reflecting Pool to the White House lawn fiasco, and what they say about accountability in government. Finally, Paige previews several major Supreme Court decisions that could reshape immigration, voting rights, and executive power for years to come.

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