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democracy-ish is a bold political podcast with hosts Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali, tackling white supremacy and the fight for a multiracial democracy with sharp, real, and entertaining discussions that cut through the noise of mainstream media.
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Supreme Court Now Decides: Will US Kill Birthright Citizenship?
01:26:58|The Supreme Court has taken up Donald’s unprecedented challenge to end birthright citizenship—directly targeting a constitutional guarantee that has defined America for more than 150 years. In this episode, we unpack the Fourteenth Amendment, the landmark Wong Kim Ark decision that secured citizenship for children of immigrants, and why the Trump regime is now trying to unravel that legacy.We break down what Donald’s lawyers are claiming, what legal scholars are warning, and what’s truly at stake: the status, security, and futures of tens of thousands of U.S.-born children. This isn’t just a court case—it’s a battle over the meaning of America itself.Subscribe and stay tuned. The decision ahead could redefine who gets to call themselves a citizen by birth.
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America’s Political Earthquake: Outrage Abroad, Chaos at Home
01:04:35|Tonight, we break down a whirlwind of political upheaval that’s shaking Washington and reshaping the stakes for 2026. Pete Hegseth sparks international backlash with comments critics say encourage further military escalation, while GOP rhetoric grows even more toxic—thanks to incendiary remarks from Rep. Randy Fine and Donald’s demeaning comments about Somalis that are drawing global condemnation.Meanwhile, Democrats aren’t exactly unified: Hillary Clinton’s forceful pro-Israel stance deepens foreign-policy divides, and Hakeem Jeffries shocks his own party by siding with Donald on a controversial pardon. Add in a Supreme Court greenlight for Texas’s extreme redistricting map, and the fractures across both parties are impossible to ignore.If you’re tracking the collision of politics, power, and accountability, this episode is essential viewing. Like, subscribe, and weigh in: Which moment stunned you most?
Chaos & Crisis: Trump’s POWERS, Hate Symbols U-Turn & Democrats Surge
01:01:34|Donald Trump gives a hero’s welcome to Mohammed bin Salman — despite U.S. intelligence concluding the Saudi crown prince likely approved the murder of a U.S. journalist. • Trump doubles down: he publicly calls for the execution of Democrats who reminded military and intelligence personnel of their oath to refuse illegal orders. • The U.S. Coast Guard initially downgrades swastikas & nooses from “hate symbols” to “potentially divisive,” then reverses course after massive backlash. • A shaky jobs report and deep economic concerns fuel rising public discontent — while new polls show Democrats in a strong position heading into the 2026 midterms. In this video we break down:What Trump’s embrace of MBS reveals about foreign policy and U.S. intelligence.The alarming implications of a president calling for execution of elected officials.Why the Coast Guard saga matters for military culture & symbolism.How economic weakness + voter sentiment are giving Democrats new momentum.What all this means for 2026: Senate, House, and the shape of U.S. democracy.
Political Chaos Unpacked: Trump, Venezuela & the Epstein Files Collide
01:08:27|Today on democracyish LIVE, we dive into the whirlwind of U.S. political drama — from Donald’s latest entanglements to tensions with Venezuela and renewed outrage over the Epstein files. We’ll unpack how these stories intersect, expose divisions within the GOP, and explore why universities are bending under political pressure on race and gender studies. This isn’t conspiracy — it’s commentary on how power, narrative, and fear collide in 2025 America.
The Two-Tier America: SNAP Cuts, Ozempic Deals & Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Payday
01:08:02|While millions of Americans go hungry, the Trump regime is fighting a federal court order to fund SNAP benefits for 42 million people — all while cutting deals with Big Pharma to make Ozempic cheaper for profit, not for patients. Meanwhile, Elon Musk just won approval for a trillion-dollar payday. Mary and the team break down how corporate greed and political cruelty have created a nation where billionaires feast and families starve — and why this fight defines the future of our democracy.
Trump Promised Peace & Prosperity — America Got Chaos Instead
01:06:42|Donald vowed to bring peace abroad and prosperity at home. Instead, America’s struggling under war, inflation, and collapsing global credibility. The Russia–Ukraine war drags on, inflation remains stuck at 3%, and millions are about to lose SNAP benefits on November 1st.Join democracyish hosts Danielle and Waj as they unpack how the Trump regime’s empty promises have left everyday Americans behind — and why “Everything Trump Touches, He Ruins” isn’t just a slogan, it’s our reality.
Trump’s 2028 Power Grab & Amazon’s Robot Revolution
01:00:32|Steve Bannon says the quiet part out loud: Donald plans to run again in 2028 — and this time, he may never leave. Meanwhile, the White House spirals as officials admit Trump’s true mission is “demolition,” not governance. As inflation bites and Amazon announces plans to replace 600,000 workers with robots, Democrats fight back with new initiatives like Proposition 50 and Virginia’s redistricting push. Welcome to democracyish LIVE — where chaos meets accountability.