The Chip Franklin Show

Chip speaks with Washington Post Political Reporter Amber Phillips about whether Democrats have what it takes to regain the Senate in 2020. Chip then welcomes Washington Post Fact-Checker Glenn Kessler to talk about President Trump's latest negative and misleading political attack ad against Joe Biden

Chip talks to John Nichols, national correspondent from The Nation, about whether it is time for Democrats to embrace legalizing marijuana.

Chip talks to Texas A&M Professor of Rhetoric Jennifer Mercieca about how Trump's communication style irritates some, but really works with his supporters. Her book Demagogue for President is available now.

Chip talks to Daniel Ortner, attorney for the Pacific legal foundation who says interstate travel restrictions are unconstitutional.

Chip talks about the importance of wearing masks as the pandemic numbers continue to grow in many states throughout the country including here in California.

Chip talks to Washington Post National Political Reporter Michael Scherer about whether the President's campaign manager is on the outs and what might happen to Trumpism if he loses.

Chip talks to Washington Post Investigative Reporter Jenn Abelson about whether colleges health facilities are equipped to have students return in the fall with Covid-19 still running rampant.

Chip talks with Berkeley Councilmember Ben Bartlett about his proposal to take the burden of traffic enforcement out of the Police Department's hands.

Chip talks to Washington Times Reporter Tom Howell about the Trump Administration attacks on Dr. Anthony Fauci, Betsy Devos urging to reopen schools, all as the COvid-19 pandemic rages on.

Chris Merrill filling in for Chip. Chris talks about Amazon asking employees to delet a certain app from their phone and then back tracking.