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Today, host Reed Galen discusses the current state of news consumption, the complexities of global issues, and the importance of community engagement. He critiques the superficial nature of social media news and emphasizes the need for deeper understanding of global events, particularly regarding military actions and political discourse. Galen encourages listeners to focus on personal responsibility and community involvement rather than getting lost in the noise of sensationalized news.

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Host Reed Galen is joined by Ron Insana, longtime financial journalist and senior analyst at CNBC, for a wide-ranging conversation about how America’s selective memory is putting its future at risk….leaving it vulnerable to instability, misinformation, and growing authoritarian threats. Plus, why today’s political and financial landscape feels more fragile than many realize, how right-wing media has reshaped public memory, what lessons from the 1970s we’re ignoring, and why expertise is under attack when it’s needed most. For more from Ron Insana be sure to check out his work with CNBC. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today.

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Today, Host Reed Galen and Jeff Sharlet discuss the current state of American politics a decade into the Trump-a-scene era. They explore the consolidation of Trumpism, the challenges of political engagement, and the importance of community building in the face of rising political violence and disillusionment.

The discussion emphasizes the need for local action and resilience in democracy, contrasting the right's effective community organizing with the left's struggles to mobilize and engage.

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Today, host Reed Galen and Tara Palmeri discuss the political landscape surrounding Donald Trump and Joe Biden, reflecting on Trump's legacy, the challenges of Biden's presidency, and the implications of impeachment. They explore the dynamics within the Democratic Party, the role of media in shaping public perception, and the need for a clear political strategy moving forward.

The discussion emphasizes the importance of addressing what the Democratic Party stands for and how they can effectively engage with voters.

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Today, Host Reed Galen comes to you solo and reflects on personal loss and the broader implications of violence in society. He discusses the recent tragic shooting in Minnesota, the impact of such events on families, particularly children, and the dangers of allowing hate to dictate our responses.

Galen emphasizes the importance of community engagement and individual actions in fostering a supportive environment, urging listeners to focus on kindness and civil participation as a means to heal and rebuild.

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Join Host Reed Galen as Joe Walsh discusses his transition from the Tea Party to the Democratic Party, emphasizing the need for a big tent to unite various factions within the party.

He reflects on his political evolution, the importance of authenticity, and the necessity for Democrats to engage with the American public.

Walsh calls for a renewed focus on fighting for democracy and winning elections, urging Democrats to embrace diverse voices and perspectives to create a more inclusive political landscape.

Chapters

00:00 From Tea Party to Democratic Party

08:09 The Big Tent: Expanding the Democratic Party

17:20 Authenticity and Fighting for Change

23:35 Engaging with the American People

29:30 A Call to Action for Democrats

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Host Reed Galen is joined by Miles Taylor, national security expert, New York Times best-selling author, and former Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. They discuss what it’s like when the President of the United States decides you’re the enemy. Taylor shares his personal experience standing up to Donald Trump’s chaos and revenge politics, and how that decision changed his life forever. They talk about the real stakes of telling the truth in Washington, the threats and intimidation that come from the top, and why resistance is both necessary and deeply costly. Plus, the difference between unconstitutional and anti-constitutional and how our nation must respond to this moment’s dangerous tipping point. For more from Miles Taylor, read his books A Warning and Blowback wherever books are sold, subscribe to Treason (his Substack newsletter), and join the fight to end presidential revenge by visiting endpresidentialrevenge.org. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today.

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In this engaging conversation, host Reed Galen historian Alexis Coe discusses her upcoming book on young John F. Kennedy and reflects on her recent experience testifying before Congress about JFK's assassination. The discussion delves into the historical context of JFK's legacy, the obsession with his assassination, and the dysfunction within Congress.

Coe emphasizes the importance of civic responsibility and the challenges both political parties face in addressing the needs of the American people. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the current political landscape, discussing the need for change in the resistance movement, the historical context of political change, and the importance of empathy in politics.

They explore the evolution of voting rights, the crisis of leadership, and the role of Congress in governance. The discussion also touches on the legitimacy of government, the impact of presidential pardons, and the disconnect between different American experiences. Reed and Alexis emphasize the need for civic engagement and the importance of storytelling in politics, while critiquing the performative nature of modern political discourse.

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In this solo episode, host Reed Galen discusses the current state of political discourse in the Trump era, focusing on the challenges faced by the Democratic Party in messaging and voter engagement.

He critiques the reliance on data-driven strategies and emphasizes the need for authentic connections with voters. Galen warns that the Democratic Party's reluctance to engage in political combat could lead to dire consequences for liberalism in America.

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In this solo episode, host Reed Galen discusses the current state of political discourse in the Trump era, focusing on the challenges faced by the Democratic Party in messaging and voter engagement.

He critiques the reliance on data-driven strategies and emphasizes the need for authentic connections with voters. Galen warns that the Democratic Party's reluctance to engage in political combat could lead to dire consequences for liberalism in America.

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