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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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Trump Aide Natalie Harp’s Letters Raise National Security Questions | DSA Wins, RFK Jr. Recalls
01:06:45|Letters from Trump aide Natalie Harp to Donald Trump are drawing renewed scrutiny over a relationship that appears to go beyond the workplace—and revelations surrounding Harp’s prolonged inability to obtain a security clearance are raising serious questions about national security, access, and accountability.Meanwhile, DSA-backed candidates are scoring major victories, challenging the Democratic establishment and reshaping the political landscape. We’ll break down what these results could mean for the future of the Democratic Party.The controversy surrounding RFK Jr. and food safety is also intensifying as significant food recalls raise concerns about illness, public health oversight, and whether calls for his resignation will continue to grow.And in some genuinely good news: otters are returning to New York City waters, while Mamdani is giving parents a much-needed break with policies aimed at easing the financial pressures facing families.
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TRUMP IS BUILDING A MILITARY COMPLEX — AND DEMOCRATS ARE FIGHTING EACH OTHER
01:18:01|TRUMP IS BUILDING A MILITARY COMPLEX — AND DEMOCRATS ARE FIGHTING EACH OTHER
The Political Establishment’s Biggest Myth Is Collapsing
59:08|The political establishment has spent years insisting that bold progressive candidates are simply too radical to win—especially in the Rust Belt. But Michigan may have just shattered that argument.In recent Michigan primary victories, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Donovan McKinney, and William Lawrence emerged victorious despite facing enormous financial disadvantages and opposition from establishment-backed forces.Outspent nearly ten-to-one, these candidates were dismissed as “unelectable” long before voters had their say. The conventional wisdom was predictable: progressive policies supposedly couldn’t win over working-class voters in the Midwest.But then the votes were counted.They won.
Primaries Shake Washington: GOP Weakness, Democratic Divide & Food Safety Crisis
59:32|The latest primary elections are exposing deep political fractures across both parties. Republicans are facing unexpected setbacks as establishment-backed candidates struggle, while establishment Democrats continue to grapple with growing pressure from progressive challengers.
The World Once Punished Genocide. What Changed? | Accountability, War Crimes & Global Justice
01:05:28|There was a time when the international community promised that genocide and crimes against humanity would never be tolerated again. After the horrors of the 20th century, new international laws, tribunals, and institutions were created to hold perpetrators accountable.Today, many people question whether those promises are being upheld.Why do some leaders face prosecution while others appear immune? Have political interests and economic incentives weakened international justice? Has accountability become selective? And what does this mean for the future of human rights and global stability?
Trump's Speech COLLAPSES Under Fact-Checks as Major Networks Reject It | Dems Ignore 2026 Threat?
01:05:18|Donald Trump's latest address to the American public reignited many of the same false claims about the 2020 election that have been repeatedly rejected by courts, election officials, and independent reviews. Two of the three major broadcast networks declined to carry the speech live, while CBS aired fact-checks disputing Trump's election fraud claims.The video also examines renewed concerns about Trump's rhetoric surrounding future elections, comments from members of Congress criticizing the administration's messaging on masculinity and testosterone, ongoing debate over Democratic priorities amid concerns about election integrity, and the latest controversy surrounding Todd Blanche following his meeting with survivors ahead of his confirmation process.We'll break down the facts, the political implications, and what it could mean heading into the next election cycle.
The Lindsey Graham Legacy: Gaza, Trump, Kavanaugh & the Political Establishment
01:02:27|In this podcast, we examine the political reaction following the death of Senator Lindsey Graham and why leaders from both parties are praising one of the most polarizing figures in modern American politics.We explore Graham's record on Israel and Gaza, his defense of Donald Trump, his role during Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation hearings, and the broader questions surrounding bipartisan establishment politics.We also discuss Trump's latest statements regarding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, the growing risk of a wider Middle East conflict, and ongoing public speculation about Senate leadership and Mitch McConnell's health.This video analyzes the media narrative, political legacy, and what these developments could mean for American foreign policy and Washington's future.