The Muckrake Political Podcast From Epstein Emails To Diaper Tax, With Congressional Candidate John Cavanaugh
Nov 14, 2025
John Cavanaugh, a two-term Nebraska state legislator and congressional candidate, shares insights on his mission for public service. He discusses the ban on congressional stock trading and the repeal of the diaper tax, emphasizing concrete wins for families. Cavanaugh also addresses the impact of erratic trade policies on local agriculture and the ramifications of ICE raids in meatpacking towns. He advocates for nonpartisan redistricting and highlights voter concerns about healthcare and social security, all while aiming to rebuild public trust in government.
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Ban Stock Trading To Restore Trust
- John Cavanaugh pledges not to take corporate PAC money and to ban congressional stock trading to rebuild trust in Congress.
- He argues banning stock trades prevents conflicts of interest and restores confidence in representatives.
Repealed The Diaper Tax
- John describes his successful state bill to repeal the diaper tax as a concrete legislative win.
- He emphasizes this single change lowered costs for working families and shows he delivers results.
Tariff Chaos Hurts Nebraska Farmers
- Cavanaugh links rising local costs directly to erratic federal trade and tariff policies that harm Nebraska agriculture.
- He insists preventing harm is easier than bailing out affected workers later.