In this podcast, they discuss the upcoming US presidential elections, featuring insights from experts and activists. Topics include the presidential tickets, interviews with feminist professor Cynthia Enloe and Georgia Green Party Treasurer Denice Traina, grassroots democracy, and commentary on US politics and voting.
The podcast discusses the variety of presidential tickets available in the 2020 US elections, including the Green Party and Libertarians.
The importance of supporting the Green Party's pillars of grassroots democracy, non-violence, economic justice, and environmental wisdom through voting.
The critique of the two-party system and the call for substantial policy changes to address social and economic inequalities.
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Overview of Women's Liberation Radio News
The 54th edition podcast of Women's Liberation Radio News discusses the 2020 US presidential elections and their impact on women worldwide. It features interviews with political science professor Cynthia Enloe and Georgia Green Party's Denise Treina. The episode highlights the importance of grassroots democracy, non-violence, economic justice, and environmental wisdom as key pillars of the Green Party's platform.
Importance of Voting Green
Denise Treina emphasized the importance of voting for Green Party candidates, Howie Hawkins and Angela Walker, to support the pillars of grassroots democracy, non-violence, economic justice, and environmental wisdom. The Green Party advocates for people-centered governance, full employment, comprehensive healthcare, and policies that prioritize national and local environmental preservation.
Criticisms of the Two-Party System
The podcast critiques the two-party system, expressing dissatisfaction with both Democratic and Republican candidates in the 2020 elections. It highlights systemic issues such as sexism, racism, and wealth disparity perpetuated by politicians from traditional parties, calling for a shift towards more substantial policy changes to address social and economic inequalities.
Feminist Perspective on Political Representation
The episode underscores the complexities of female representation in politics, cautioning against symbolic victories without tangible policy improvements. It urges listeners not to solely focus on gender identity politics or symbolism but rather demand substantive changes that benefit all working citizens, regardless of the gender of elected officials.
Empowerment through Grassroots Initiatives
Women's Liberation Radio News encourages listeners to engage in grassroots activism and community organizing to achieve feminist goals beyond electoral politics. It emphasizes the need for structural changes that address systemic issues of sexism, patriarchy, and male violence, stressing the limitations of political representation without grassroots empowerment.
We've got a packed program for you this October 2020 as we head into elections season!
First up, hear Jenna DiQuarto deliver WLRN's greeting before hearing the world news written and delivered by WLRN's Emiliann Lorenzen. Emiliann also offers listeners a rundown on all of the presidential tickets this year, including the Green Party's and the Libertarians' to get you informed about your choices.
Next, hear the song Redemption Day by Sheryl Crow before Thistle's interview with professor Cynthia Enloe of Clark University. Ms. Enloe is a feminist writer, theorist, and professor. She is best known for her work on gender and militarism and for her contributions to the field of feminist international relations.
Then, be treated to Thistle's original song, Sticky Red Egg, about an adventure she took back in 2004 marching from the Democratic National Convention in Boston to the Republican National Convention in NYC to protest the two party system and promote grassroots democracy as a solution.
After Thistle's song, you'll hear an interview with Denice Traina, Georgia Green Party Treasurer and former Co-Chair, who speaks with us about third party politics and what the Green party is up to this year.
To round off the show, hear Sekhmet SheOwl's powerful commentary on the state of US politics and voting. She really socks it to the man in this one so stay tuned for it!
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