Not Suitable for Democracy

Ready to fight the oligarchy? Tune into the third episode of Not Suitable for Democracy as we explore the Fight The Oligarchy Tour, headlined by Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. 

The two firebrand progressive representatives have inspired hundreds of thousands of people to attend the Fight The Oligarchy rallies. That includes voters not registered as Democrats in Republican congressional districts. Is fighting the oligarchy a winning message? What impact will the tour have on the 2026 midterm elections?

As a Bernie supporter & AOC constituent, your host, Nick, dives into what the future holds for Congressmember AOC. Is she running for president? Will the powers that thwarted Senator Senators come back to haunt her? There's no guarantee in what elections will bring, and that's what keeps our democracy so interesting.

Stay tuned for new episodes every Tuesday!

In the second episode of Not Suitable for Democracy, we explore identity politics. Understanding identity groups, intersectionality, and some historic examples set the stage for the show. Our host, Nick, then takes you on a brief journey with his political evolution—from proudly supporting Hillary Clinton in 2016 to feeling the Bern with Bernie Sanders just a few years later.

This isn’t about switching candidates for Nick. It was a reckoning with identity politics—how race, gender, class, and a negative encounter with a certain Congressman shaped his worldview, challenged his assumptions, and realigned his values. He learned a lot and so can you. Using the framework behind his journey will allow you to potentially bring moderates into the progressive movement. 

Along the way, we unpack the promise and pitfalls of identity politics and where it stands in Trump's second term.

Ready for more? New episodes drop every Tuesday!

Welcome to the very first episode of Not Suitable for Democracy!

Host Nick Haby, a marketing professional by day and progressive organizer by night, gets personal—sharing why he started this podcast, what he’s learned from nearly a decade in political organizing, and how we can chart a path toward what’s actually suitable for democracy.

The show kicks off by diving into what’s really corrupting American democracy—money in politics. From billionaires bankrolling elections to lobbyists shaping policy behind closed doors, we break down how corporate cash is tilting the playing field, even for something as simple as French fries.

Then, on to Wisconsin’s Supreme Court special election, a race with record-breaking campaign spending that’s making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Why does it matter? And what does it tell us about the future of democracy?

Buckle up. Episode 1 is just the beginning. New episodes drop every Tuesday!

Curious about Not Suitable for Democracy? Here’s a short snippet from the first episode! 

Made for political newcomers and experts, this special sneak peek sets the stage for the show. Host of the NSFD Pod, Nick Haby, opens up about his political organizing.

 Nw episodes drop every Tuesday.

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Politics is everywhere, but everything is broken. That's just not suitable for democracy. 

Hosted by Nick, a political organizer with over ten years of adventures in Democratic politics, this show explores the challenges facing our country. Join him and his special guests every Tuesday for new episodes. We'll recap the latest news, discuss the top issues, and share the stories not making headlines. Together, we'll redefine what's acceptable in America.