Gaslit Nation

TEASER - Harriet Tubman Was Clairvoyant

Oct 2, 2025
The conversation dives into the inspiring legacy of Harriet Tubman, with insights on her resilience and strategic brilliance. It also links Tubman’s struggle to contemporary issues, including political manipulation and online extremism. There’s a stark comparison of today's chaos with the historical fight for freedom, urging collective action and grassroots activism. The discussion highlights the importance of hope and solidarity in the face of despair, while also announcing a Halloween event focused on democracy and crucial political races.
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INSIGHT

Framing The Threat As Occupation

  • Andrea Chalupa frames Trump's presidency as effectively operating as a foreign asset undermining U.S. institutions and alliances.
  • Seeing the crisis as an occupation clarifies the need for collective political and cultural resistance.
INSIGHT

Authoritarianism As Transnational Crime

  • Chalupa connects transnational authoritarian networks (Putin, Netanyahu, Orban) to a broader crime-syndicate style governance.
  • She argues these alliances concentrate wealth and media control, degrading democracy and quality of life.
ADVICE

Respond To Shutdown With Organizing

  • If you're harmed by the shutdown, Chalupa urges civic engagement and solidarity rather than resignation.
  • She directs listeners to community actions like salons and book clubs to build resilience and strategy.
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