Shadow Politics with US Senator Michael D Brown

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Shadow Politics with US Senator Michael D Brown episodes

January 30, 2023 Shadow Politics, January 30, 2023
Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D Brown
Guest, Constance A Morella
A Discussion About National Politics, the New Republican Congress & why We No Longer Get along with CONGRESSWOMAN CONNIE MORELLA! I will speak with the congresswoman about what's happening in national politics today and why we no longer have bipartisan cooperation in the House of Representatives. What can we expect of the new Republican Congress? How can we go back to a time when legislative cooperation moved our country forward? Is there a chance that both sides can work together on the debt ceiling, the economy and gun violence or are we destined for perpetual deadlock?
55 min
January 23, 2023 Shadow Politics, January 22, 2023
Guest, Jonetta Rose Barras, poet, fiction writer, performing artist, and community organizer.
Jonetta Rose Barras found her voice, experiencing life as a poet, fiction writer, performing artist and community organizer. Along the way she became a magazine feature writer, investigative reporter and contextual journalist. Her strength remains her ability to connect for the public seemingly unrelated issues, enabling them to better understand the impact public policy, politics and culture in America have on their lives.
Barras currently writes opinion essays and books. Jonetta also works with Esther Productions, Inc. to inspire and empower fatherless girls and women. She is dedicated to living her life with compassion, passion and without training wheels.
MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN
I will speak with Jonetta about what's happening in politics - locally and nationally. The mayor vetoed the Revised Criminal Code Act in DC - was she correct, or was this just dangerous rhetoric?
I'll ask Jonetta about the uptick in racism in America, gun violence on the streets of Washington, DC and what we should expect with the new Congress.
Join us for what is bound to be an interesting and provocative discussion!
Call in with your questions and/or concerns!
58 min
January 18, 2023 Shadow Politics, January 15, 2023
Guest, Brian Schwalb, DC's newly elected Attorney General
Brian Schwalb has committed his legal career to using the law in service of others, advocating for what matters most to the people and organizations he represents. As the District of Columbia's second independently-elected attorney general, Brian is committed to fighting for DC, advancing the public interest and ensuring that the law works to make the District safer, healthier and more equitable for all who live and work here.
Brian is a third-generation Washingtonian. After graduating from Duke University and Harvard Law School, and completing a two-year judicial clerkship, Brian served as a trial attorney in the Tax Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. After completing his service with the Justice Department, Brian entered private practice representing clients — individuals, businesses, nonprofits and families — in a multitude of high stakes matters including advocating for people injured by excessive, unconstitutional police force, defrauded out of their assets and fighting for their lives on death row.
44 min
January 01, 2023 Shadow Politics, January 1, 2023
Now That Republicans are taking Control of the House of Representatives, the Nation's
Capital is about to Become Ground Zero in our Country's Ongoing Culture War.
DC Will become the quintessential "Whipping Boy" For this newly Arriving, Animated, Right-Wing Republican Contingent Pre-Occupied in Getting Even with Democrats and making a case for the ascendance of their radical, conservative agenda.
A NEW YEAR'S DAY DISCUSSION WITH
Rep. CHARLES J. MORELAND, Esq. & JOHNNY BARNES, Esq.
Rep. CHARLES J. MORELAND, Esq.
Charles Moreland was elected as DC’s first elected US Representative in 1990.
Moreland served as the chief national lobbyist for the DC Voting Rights Amendment and testified before numerous state legislatures to support ratification of the constitutional amendment.
JOHNNY BARNES, Esq.
Trial Attorney and Expert on Civil Liberties and the Federal and Local Legislative Process
Johnny Barnes spent more than a quarter of a century in various congressional staff positions, including chief of staff for three Members of Congress.
MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN
I will talk with Rep. Moreland and attorney Barnes about what we can expect from incoming Republicans and how we can defend ourselves against the conservative onslaught given their right under the Constitution "to exercise exclusive Legislation in all Cases whatsoever."
Join us for what is bound to be an interesting and provocative discussion!
1 hr
December 22, 2022 Shadow Politics, December 18, 2022
Scott J. Kelly is a former military fighter pilot and test pilot, an engineer, a retired NASA astronaut and U.S. Navy captain.
A veteran of four space flights, Captain Kelly commanded the International Space Station on three expeditions and was a member of the year-long mission to the ISS.
In October 2015, Kelly set the record for the total accumulated number of days spent in space - the single longest space mission by an American astronaut.
His identical twin brother, Mark Kelly, is also a retired astronaut and a United States senator from Arizona.
INFINITE WONDER: An Astronaut's Photographs From A Year In Space
From the record-breaking astronaut, national hero and best-selling author of ENDURANCE: My Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery, a breathtaking collection of photos documenting his journey on the International Space Station, the vastness of space and the unparalleled beauty of our own home planet.
MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN
Captain Kelly took it upon himself to visit Ukraine last month to raise awareness, and now funds for C-class ambulances, to help Ukrainians get through the aggression initiated by Russia. I'll talk to Captain Kelly about what he saw on his visit to the war-torn country, the threat to democracy around the world, as well as his record-breaking 520 days in space.
Join us for what is bound to be an interesting and provocative discussion!
55 min
November 22, 2022 Shadow Politics, November 20, 2022
Guest, Logan Phillips
Why were So Many of the Polls wrong?
A Conversation with the founder of
RacetotheWH
Logan Phillips is the founder and editor-in-chief of RacetotheWH, a website which breaks down the strategy driving campaigns and analyzes the political battleground using sophisticated, data-driven analytics. Their interactive forecasts provide polling and predictions for every major Senate and Governor race up in 2022.
Logan earned his master's degree in in International Affairs, with a Concentration in Security Policy, at Columbia University. He studied Presidential Campaign Management directly under Professor Karine Jean-Pierre, who currently serves as the White House press secretary in the Biden administration.
MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN
In the immortal words of DC's favorite son, Marvin Gaye: What's Going On? I will talk to Logan Phillips about why the polls have been inaccurate and its impasse on the political landscape. Tune in, call in and be engaged in this important discussion about the recent election and what we can expect in 2024.
Join us for what is bound to be an interesting and provocative discussion!
55 min
November 14, 2022 Shadow Politics, November 13, 2022
ELEANOR CLIFT, Former Newsweek White House Correspondent, Contributor at the McLaughlin Group and Columnist at The Daily Beast
Eleanor Clift is a columnist for The Daily Beast. Clift writes about politics and policy in Washington and the partisan clashes that make governing almost impossible. Eleanor has covered every presidential campaign since 1976.
As a reporter in Newsweek’s Atlanta bureau, Clift covered Jimmy Carter’s bid for the presidency. She followed Carter to Washington to become Newsweek’s White House correspondent, a position she held until 1985.
She is best known as a panelist on the syndicated talk show, “The McLaughlin Group,” which ended a 34-year run in 2016.
Eleanor lives in Washington, DC, where she is on the advisory council of the International Women’s Media Foundation, the board of the American News Women’s Club, the board of governors of the National Hospice Foundation and the board of Respect Ability, which advocates for people with disabilities.
She has written four books, co-authored two and has appeared as herself in three movies and several documentaries and television series.
MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN
Eleanor Clift and I will discuss the results of the General Election, which seem to be more of a "red ripple" than a "red wave."
What will this mean for the Biden administration and, more importantly, what will it mean for the District which is subject to the control of Congress? I look forward to hearing Eleanor's insights on politics in America, the divide in public opinion and what she sees going forward with our economy and for our community.
You are invited to tune into, and participate in, our post-election conversation as we discuss where America is now headed after the midterms.
56 min
November 07, 2022 Shadow Politics, November 6, 2022
What's at stake in the General Election?
A Conversation with former presidential Candidate
RALPH NADER
Ralph Nader is a consumer advocate, lawyer and author.
Ralph Nader made four bids to become President of the United States, running with the Green Party in 1996 and 2000, the Reform Party in 2004 and as an independent in 2008.
Nader is one of America’s most effective social critics. His analyses and advocacy have enhanced public awareness and increased government and corporate accountability. His example has inspired a whole generation of consumer advocates, citizen activists and public interest lawyers who, in turn, have established their own organizations.
Ralph founded many organizations including the Center for Study of Responsive Law, the Public Interest Research Group, the Center for Auto Safety, Public Citizen, Clean Water Action Project, the Disability Rights Center, the Pension Rights Center, the Project for Corporate Responsibility and The Multinational Monitor, a monthly magazine.
He is the author of 14 books and hosts the Ralph Nader Radio Hour.
MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN
Marília and I will discuss the upcoming General Election with Ralph Nader. We look forward to hearing his insights on politics in America, the divide in public opinion and what he sees going forward with our economy.
58 min
November 01, 2022 Shadow Politics, October 30, 2022
Can Democrats Keep the Senate?
Will Republicans Take Back the House?
A CONVERSATION WITH U.S. SENATOR BOB KERREY
Bob Kerrey served as a US Navy SEAL during the Vietnam War. For his service, he received the Congressional Medal of Honor. While in Vietnam, he was wounded, permanently disabled and received from this injury a great gift: sympathy for those who are suffering and an appreciation for the capacity of government to save your life.
Before entering politics, Kerrey was a businessman who helped build a chain of restaurants and health clubs employing more than 1,000 people. He then served one term as Nebraska’s Governor.
Kerrey represented Nebraska in the Senate from 1989 to 2001. His public service since leaving the Senate includes: the 9/11 Commission, advisory board of the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans Association, co-chair of the Concord Coalition and the Natural Resources Defense Council.
From 2001 to 2011, Kerrey was president of The New School, a university founded on democratic ideals and daring educational practices. On his watch, The New School experienced unprecedented growth in enrollment, faculty, scholarships, capital projects, research and international engagement.
Marília and I will discuss the upcoming General Election with Senator Kerrey. We look forward to hearing his insights on politics in America, the divide in public opinion and what he sees going forward. It is our great honor to interview this American hero and great legislator. Tune into this important pre-election conversation as we discuss where we go as Democrats and where we go as Americans.
54 min
October 26, 2022 Shadow Politics, October 23, 2022
Guest, Michael A McFaul, Leading expert on Russia, American foreign policy and democratic development around the world.
55 min

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