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Rebuilding our nation’s manufacturing muscle. The supply chain is in the news lately, with most stories about it focusing on the end results for consumers. But how can government look out for the interests of American manufacturing workers in a way that protects their rights while strengthening domestic manufacturing? This week, we talk to two expe…
The legacy of Woody Guthrie Ten years later, we revisit a show celebrating the Centennial of the birth of Woody Guthrie with interviews from Pete Seeger and former Senator Fred Harris. Pete Seeger Our first guest today was a truly great American, perhaps the leading progressive icon of our times. In honor of the centennial of the birth of Woody Gut…
Peggy talks about her experiences with voters in this past election cycle.由Pasco County Democrats
As a Democratic Volunteer Sally has been one of the leaders getting people to make phone calls. Her experiences in this area are very much worthwhile.由Pasco County Democrats
Building infrastructure that is just and sustainable. Bill Press on flight attendants facing airline violence. Kevin DeGood on the impact infrastructure projects can have on the goals of opportunity, equity, and sustainability. Plus Bill Press with Sara Nelson, President of the Association of Flight Attendants. Kevin DeGood Kevin DeGood says the re…
Why do we need a billionaire’s tax? Frank Clemente is Executive Director at Americans For Tax Fairness. Frank Clemente A Billionaire’s Tax could fund many policy objectives, including universal preschool, paid family leave, expanded Medicare services, making increased child tax credits permanent, and new policies to address climate change. Jim High…
A powerful history of workers’ strikes in America. How unions will shape the future of democracy. Eric Loomis Historian Eric Loomis says if we truly want to understand the history of labor movements in the United States, look to the moments when workers went on strike. Loomis reminds us of the powerful change that can happen when workers are willin…
Sharon Lord Greenspan has some useful tips for how to stay energized during the exhausting ups and downs of this post-Midterm Election season (from the Jumpstart Your Activism workshop). YouTube super-star, Brian Tyler Cohen tells us what Black Panther, Batman and Field Team 6 have in common (and it's not just our good looks!). In his Message …
Confronting the threat of right-wing extremism. Alexandra Minna Stern on the changing face of America’s far right. Michael Koncewicz on why Trump’s impeachment was a different kind of challenge for Republicans than Nixon’s. Plus Metropolitan Police officer Michael Fanone tells Bill Press why He is speaking out against political violence and those w…
The origins and legacy of the New Deal Terry Golway tells us how the Irish political machine known as Tammany Hall became the forerunner of the New Deal. Historian Harvey Kaye reminds us of FDR’s Four Freedoms speech and the legacy that remains unfulfilled. Terry Golway Tammany Hall no longer exists, but when it did, the New York political machine …
Aleacia discusses her background as a Black Democrat both here and in the NYC area where she was a nurse for many years. She has specific ideas as to what our Pasco County DEC should do in the future.由Pasco County Democrats
The Sixth Judicial Circuit State Attorney, covering Pinellas and Pasco counties, offers voters distinct choices on criminal justice policies and strong reasons to vote this year. Allison Miller has made significant inroads in her race to become the first woman to head the office, and to bring change to the position.…
Former Cleveland mayor Dennis Kucinich on his battle to save the city’s public electric utility. Julie Kohn on lessons learned from the Texas power grid failure. Dennis Kucinich In his new memoir, Dennis Kucinich writes about how he took on powerful interests to save a public utility. That happened over forty years ago, but the story still carries …
Cal talks about a study which showed why Republicans seem to be supported by most voters and what might be done about it.由Pasco County Democrats
Cal talks about the differences between Republicans and Democrats.由Pasco County Democrats
Beverly updates us on the status of education in Florida and Pasco County.由Pasco County Democrats
Can unions save democracy? Author and organizer Jane McAlevey on her new book, A Collective Bargain: Unions, Organizing, and the Fight for Democracy. Plus, the millionaires who want to pay more taxes, not less. Jane McAlevey Pt. 1 At a time when workers are under attack at historic levels, strikes are making a comeback. In that, Jane McAlevey sees …
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The complicated relationship between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and LBJ Two historians of the civil rights movement assess the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Julian Zelizer Julian Zelizer is a Princeton scholar of Lyndon Johnson as well as the civil rights movement. He says civil rights activism is no longer as organized or coherent as it was…
How Democrats forgot about state politics Professor Theda Skocpol explains how the Democrats ceded control of state government to Republicans. Theda Skocpol Government professor Theda Skocpol says Democrats think the presidency is the biggest political prize and, unfortunately, ignore politics at the state level. Jim Hightower The Virginia Model La…
The powerful influence of Lady Bird Johnson. Julia Sweig on her book Lady Bird Johnson: Hiding in Plain Sight. Her political acumen was key in guiding the Johnson administration through the turbulent times after John F Kennedy’s assasination. Julia Sweig In her biography of Lady Bird Johnson, Julia Sweig reveals the unappreciated impact of a remark…
Jim Tankersley on the untold story of America’s middle class and why it matters now. Jim Tankersley Jim Tankersley’s newest book reveals the crucial role women and minorities played in building the post-war middle class. He says it’s an untold story that offers an essential roadmap to reviving the Golden Era of America’s middle class by making it p…
Pasco County School Board Candidate for District 1 discusses his educational background, philosophy, and experience to serve Pasco students, and parents.由Pasco County Democrats
A long-time activist for Democrats in Pasco County talks about the important issues facing Democrats and what we can do to meet the challenge.由Pasco County Democrats
Candidate for U.S. Congress District 12由Pasco County Democrats
Keeping up the fight against voter suppression. Jorge Vasquez, Jr. on why he will continue to fight against voter suppression. Jorge L. Vasquez, Jr. Jorge L. Vasquez, Jr. is a long-time advocate for voting rights. He says that even with record turnout in the November election, there is still a long way to go before voter suppression is a thing of t…
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Professor Gordon Lafer says issues like the minimum wage, a living wage and paid sick days are winning issues politically and progressive candidates should call out big business – and win. Service Employees International Union leader David Rolf takes us through the increasingly successful fight for a 15-dollar an hour minimum wage. Gordon Lafer As …
Sam Berger of the Center for American Progress draws the parallels between Richard Nixon and Donald Trump, and asks us to take a lesson from how the nation recovered from Watergate. Karen Hobert Flynn, the President of Common Cause, explains why a national popular vote is a better way to pick the next president. Sam Berger In the wake of Watergate,…
The destructive influence of “dark money” in campaign finance. The truth on how American elections are bought and sold. Plus, Fred Wertheimer and the movement to restore ethics and integrity to government. Kimberly Reed Kimberly Reed’s film, “Dark Money”, is a powerful expose of the influence of anonymous donors in political campaigns. She says gro…
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It’s a new day in the climate battle that can only be fought by believing we can still make a difference. Michael Mann Climate scientist Michael Mann has achieved fame for his work in proving climate change is happening. He says that even as we move past climate denialism, the battle over how to take action against global warming is as urgent as ev…
She is the Chair of the Pasco County Democratic Committee. Her plans for the group are discussed.由Pasco County Democrats
Lessons we learned from the Kennedys, and what they can teach us about today’s political climate. Richard Kahlenberg Robert Kennedy ran an economically populist campaign that reached across America’s deep racial divide. Richard Kahlenberg says his legacy matters now more than ever. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend In one of our first interviews recorded f…
Long-time educator shares her views on being a Demorat.由Pasco County Democrats
He is running for the District 1 vacancy. His experience in Pasco education ( 27 years as a teacher) makes him the right choice!由Pasco County Democrats
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Marilyn Holleran, now serving as the Pasco Dems Secretary, had a career in the United States Department of State. She lived in many areas of the world, including Russia.
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She is the Vice-president of the Trinity Democratic Club, and has a long history of political involvement , beginning back in Central NYS where she was born and lived until moving to Florida.由Pasco County Democrats
Kim is running against Gus Bilarakis for the Congressional District 12 seat. Her background and experience makes her well-qualified to replace the long-term Republican.由Pasco County Democrats
Carmine has long been involved with Women's Issues and this podcast sums up the Women's Movement since its beginnings.由Pasco County Democrats
Peter has served New Port Richey as Mayor for many years. His long-time service has given him an insight into Pasco Politics unmatched by anyonem and he shares some thought with us.由Pasco County Democrats
Working with Lift Up Pasco Beth describes the effort to fund education in Pasco via the ballot box in the August Primary.由Pasco County Democrats
Director of the Reproductive Rights division of Progress Florida she discusses the recent Roe vs Wade reversal and its impact here in Florida.由Pasco County Democrats
Pasco County's long-service Supervisor of Elections has much to say about the current state of elections here, and in the US. Very good voting information is given由Pasco County Democrats
Running for Congress for District 15, Florida.由Pasco County Democrats
Allison is running for Pinellas-Pasco State Attorney . This race will be the first time in 30 years voters will have a choice for State Attorney. She has the credentials and experience. Please listen and then spread the word.由Pasco County Democrats
The past, present and future of progressives in the Senate. Senator Sherrod Brown on his book Desk 88: Eight Progressive Senators Who Changed America. Sherrod Brown Senator Sherrod Brown’s most recent book offers a timely history of 20th-century American progressivism. Along the way he makes a compelling case to believe in the future of the Progres…
Raise the minimum wage. Revisiting some of the conversations we have had about raising the minimum wage. David Cooper Progressive Democrats have made raising the minimum wage a priority for the new administration. And for a good reason. David Cooper says a $15 minimum wage would lift pay for tens of millions of workers and help reverse decades of g…
The religious right’s rise to political power We take a look back at how the religious right and the white nationalist movement took over the Republican party. Katherine Stewart Katherine Stewart’s explores the rise of the religious right in America and its vast reach into American politics. She warns that the end result is fundamentally anti-democ…
The one thing Trump manufactured successfully… “Former Republicans” Revisiting our interview with Author Rick WIlson on his book “Everything Trump Touches Dies: A Republican Strategist Gets Real About the Worst President Ever.” Rick Wilson The presidency of Donald Trump has brought discord to a party known for its political discipline as critics wi…
