Uh let's bring in right now Florida Congresswoman and former DNC chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Yeah, this this is this is concerning. I'm curious your reaction to this breaking news.What kind of questions would you have about this. >> Well, first I'm thankful that the secret service was able to well in advance of the president coming to Florida identify this concerning hunting stand. Um it's also my first question.and I represent the county to the south, Broward County. Um, both counties are suburban, par ...

Well, joining me now we have California Congressman Ted Lou, vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus and member of the Judiciary and Foreign Affairs committees. Welcome, my friend. Let's get right into it because organizers say nearly 7 million people turned out Saturday at protests across the country.2 million more, by the way, than those rallies in June. What is the impact of what you saw yesterday. And what do you say to Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans who called the demonstrations hate Amer ...

Less than a week to go until early voting starts in New York City's mayoral election, which may be seen as a referendum on the future of the Democratic Party. State Assembly member Zoran Mdani, a self-described Democratic socialist, currently leads in the polls against former Governor Andrew Cuomo, now running as an independent. Republican Curtis Leewa trails far behind.Jenna Arnold, Don Callaway, and Susan Del Persio are back with me. So, Jenna, is the race mom Donny's to lose at this point. Did he solidif ...

[Music] We have some new developments on the breaking news out of Florida. Right now, the FBI and Secret Service are investigating this suspicious hunting stand. It was found near the Palm Beach airport, which the president uses during his travels to and from his Mara Lago resort.Let's go back to MSNBC's Jake Trailer at the White House with a bit more on what you've learned. So, time to share it. What do you know.>> Yeah, Alex, let me be clear. I'm going to be looking down a little bit cuz I'm getting messa ...

Political Landscape & Protests - Organizers estimated over 7 million people participated in No Kings protests across 2700+ locations, marking the largest single-day demonstrations against a sitting president [1] - The administration is accused of using propaganda tactics reminiscent of authoritarian regimes, blurring the lines between policy and propaganda [2][3] - The administration's actions are framed as an attempt to construct an alternate reality and manufacture consent, saturating public life with a specific image and vision [8][12][14] Government Actions & Policies - The US citizenship test is being made longer and harder, raising questions about the administration's understanding of the nation's founding principles [1] - Homeland Security instructed the TSA to play a video at security checkpoints, which 35% of the country's busiest airports refused to air [9] - Taxpayer money is being used to fund White House Wire, a state-run website promoting the administration's talking points [12] Societal Response & Resistance - Civil society is pushing back against the administration's actions, facing roadblocks in their efforts [15][16] - A Maris poll indicated nearly 80% (eight in 10) of Americans believe the government has gone too far in restricting free speech [17] - Quinnipiac polling shows a shift in voter sentiment from +9 optimistic to -10 pessimistic on free speech since Trump returned to office [18]

Core Argument - The document argues that dissent and protest are fundamental to American progress and patriotism, citing historical figures like Thomas Paine, Frederick Douglass, Susan B Anthony, Rosa Parks, and Colin Kaepernick as examples [2][3][4][5][6][7][8][10][11][12][13][14] - The document refutes the notion that protesting against government policies is un-American, asserting that it is a way to hold those in power accountable and strive for a more perfect union [1][15][17][18] Historical Context - The document highlights historical examples of dissent, such as Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" pamphlet, Frederick Douglass's fight against slavery, Susan B Anthony's fight for women's suffrage, and Rosa Parks's refusal to give up her seat on the bus, to illustrate the role of protest in shaping American history [3][4][5][6][7] Modern Protest - The document references Colin Kaepernick's kneeling during the national anthem as a modern example of protest against injustice and police brutality, emphasizing the sacrifices he made to stand up for what he believed in [10][11][12] Rebuttal of Criticism - The document directly addresses and refutes the criticism that protests like the "No Kings" rallies are anti-American, arguing that they are expressions of love for the country and a desire to improve it [1][15][16] Call to Action - The document encourages continued dissent and protest as a means of challenging authority, holding those in power accountable, and creating a better society for all [17][18]

Joining me now is Eddie Glaude, distinguished professor of African-American studies at Princeton University. He's the author of several books including Begin Again, James Baldwin's America and its urgent lessons for our own and we are the leaders we have been looking for. Uh, Professor Glaude, good to see you. Uh, I thought of you when I when I wanted to discuss this because it it so deeply troubled me that we were talking about protest and disscent, which is so core to this country, as hate. You know, Ally ...

Taylor, a national security expert who served as chief of staff for the US Department of Homeland Security for the Trump administration. In 2018, Taylor published an anonymous essay in the New York Times blowing the whistle on Donald Trump's presidential conduct. He revealed his identity two years later.He's the author of Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the next Trump. Since then, Donald Trump has publicly accused Taylor of treason. I'm also here with a friend of the show, Jennifer Rubin, co-foun ...

Voting Rights Act Overview - The Voting Rights Act of 1965 aimed to end Jim Crow era policies and ensure states could not disenfranchise black voters [2] - The Act was reshaped and expanded to protect a broader range of Americans, including Spanish speakers, Native Americans, disabled people, and minority voters [3] - Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act outlaws election practices that deny or limit voting rights based on race [8] Supreme Court Decisions & Challenges - In 2013, the Supreme Court struck down Section 4B of the Voting Rights Act, weakening Section 5, which established preclearance for states with histories of discriminatory policies [5][6] - The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Louisiana versus Cala, a case challenging a congressional map with two majority-black districts [9][10] - Conservative justices signaled willingness to strike down Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, potentially legalizing gerrymandering by race [11] Implications of Dismantling the Voting Rights Act - Opponents of the Voting Rights Act, including Chief Justice John Roberts, have worked to dismantle it piece by piece [12][14] - Dismantling the Voting Rights Act could lead to over-representation of white voters and under-representation of black voters [23] - Without Section 2, it would be more difficult to challenge discriminatory election practices based on their outcome, requiring proof of intent [30][31] Representation & Gerrymandering - A group of white voters in Louisiana is challenging a congressional map that has created two majority black districts out of six, representing one-third of Louisiana's population [10][11] - Striking down Section 2 could allow Republicans to pick up an estimated 19 congressional seats through gerrymandering [11] - White people only make up 56% of the population in Louisiana, but are seeking more representation than they deserve [23]

Joining me now is Gary Kasparov. He's a Russian chess grandmaster. He's a political activist. He's a writer.Kasparov is the founder and chairman of the Renew Democracy Initiative, a nonpartisan and nonprofit group dedicated to preserving democracy in the United States and around the world. He's a contributing editor at the Wall Street Journal. Uh Gary, welcome to the show.You know, all of what I speak, everything I'm warning of people about, you have lived through in Russia. You know what the the banners wi ...