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Ritchie Torres: Why the Affordability Crisis Threatens Democracy
In this Lunch with Jamie conversation, Congressman Richie Torres (NY-15) sits down with Jamie to discuss the most pressing political and moral questions facing America today. Raised in public housing in the Bronx by a single mother, Torres shares how his upbringing shaped his fight for affordable housing, healthcare, and social services—and why he believes the Democratic Party must stand for something, not just against Trump.
We dive into:
The human cost of the government shutdown and expiring ACA premium credits
How the affordability crisis threatens American democracy
Why Democrats need a clear, affirmative agenda to win back trust
The danger of losing Voting Rights Act protections and what it means for representation
His stance on Israel, free speech, and rising antisemitism
Why local politics and new media matter more than ever
Torres’s remarkable journey from the Bronx to the House of Representatives
This episode reveals the values and leadership style of one of the most thoughtful and independent voices in Congress.
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In this Lunch with Jamie conversation, Congressman Richie Torres (NY-15) sits down with Jamie to discuss the most pressing political and moral questions facing America today. Raised in public housing in the Bronx by a single mother, Torres shares how his upbringing shaped his fight for affordable housing, healthcare, and social services—and why he believes the Democratic Party must stand for something, not just against Trump.
We dive into:
The human cost of the government shutdown and expiring ACA premium credits
How the affordability crisis threatens American democracy
Why Democrats need a clear, affirmative agenda to win back trust
The danger of losing Voting Rights Act protections and what it means for representation
His stance on Israel, free speech, and rising antisemitism
Why local politics and new media matter more than ever
Torres’s remarkable journey from the Bronx to the House of Representatives
This episode reveals the values and leadership style of one of the most thoughtful and independent voices in Congress.
Subscribe to Jamie’s List for behind-the-scenes access and live audience Q&A: https://www.jamieslist.com/membership
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