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On this solo episode Nate breaks down an article written and conducted by Will S. Hilton.
Glenn Greenwald is maybe best known for his work with Edward Snowden. This recent interview explores the macro perspective of this prominent progressive journalist.
In this tribal world this view point is surprisingly logical and sometimes tough to hear depending on which side of the political border you stand.

Show Notes:
1) Interview
https://highline.huffingtonpost.com/now-we-re-talking/en/glenn-greenwald/
2) "Listen, Liberal"
Author: Thomas Frank

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On this episode John and Nate talk about debtor prison, lack of resources and how to move forward bringing as much equal opportunity to everyone.
This episode was prompted by an ACLU article/petition doing away with aspects of the judicial system that put people in prison because they are poor. Thanks for listening.

Show Notes:
1) ACLU and debtor prisons
https://www.aclu.org/issues/smart-justice/sentencing-reform/ending-modern-day-debtors-prisons?redirect=feature/ending-modern-day-debtors-prisons

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On this episode John and Nate talk briefly about the new socialist wave and how it ties into the economy of the US. Is it nationalizing industry or is it making certain aspects of our society more universal i.e healthcare. What is the goal of the new progressive socialist movement?

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate reflect on the life and service of Senator John McCain, who passed away on August 25, 2018. To his family condolences. America has lost a champion of freedom and service. John and Nate then veer towards the debacle of a week President Donald Trump has found him self reflecting upon. The topics range from Cohen, Manafort and the martyr that Jeff Sessions has become. The team then rounds the discussion up with the most recent press conference that Sarah Sanders gave in which she almost broke down. Link is in the show notes. Thanks for tuning in.

Show Notes:
1) Sarah Sanders Reflection https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWu1Vk2PT2E

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On this episode John and Nate (maybe prematurely) venture into the world of Democratic presidential hopefuls for 2020. Who would make your list? Let the team know!

Show Notes:
1) Presidential Hopefuls https://www.cnn.com/2018/07/19/politics/2020-democrats-rankings/index.html

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On this episode John and Nate discuss the recent exit of Alex Jones from private hosting and tech company sites.
Is this a 1A slippery slope or is it good-riddance to people who perpetuate (and more likely create) conspiracy theories and other crazy ideas?
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Frequently we find ourselves pointing to the other side accusing of whataboutisms...As much as John and Nate find the value in addressing blatant hypocrisy its important to remember what TRULY happened in each administration prior to lobbing hypocrisy grenades to the next barricade.

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On this episode John and Nate begin to discuss Unions and the recent rejection of Missouri's "Right to Work" law. The last several decades we have seen the decline of unions, with capitol moving overseas and wage stagflation.
Where do unions fit in? Are unions a dying breed or on a comeback? Tune in and find out.

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On this episode John and Nate catch up on the latest with the Trump Collusion investigation and then spend the rest of the episode discussing the Department of Justice's new Religious Liberty Unit. What does this mean for religious protection throughout the US. Is this equal protection?
Naturally, John and Nate dive deeper into the origins of morals and there place in US governance.

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate dive into the Medicare For All proposal resurrected from Bernie Sanders.
What does this look like for the US? Nate makes some quick concessions in terms of increased federal financial burden but what about the long term impact of the mental and physical health of Americans across this great country? Tune in and find out.