The World and Everything In It 9.24.25 Washington Wednesday on a government shutdown and Trump at the U.N., World Tour on Syria seeking relief, and a new generation of tap dancing
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Sep 24, 2025 Hunter Baker, a political scientist, analyzes U.S. politics, discussing the tensions surrounding a potential government shutdown and the role of the U.N. as a forum. He highlights the complexities of labeling Antifa and the Supreme Court's impact on presidential power. Meanwhile, Rachel Coyle shares her heartfelt experience of moving her daughter to college, pondering the evolving dynamics between parents and students. The conversation also touches on Syria's minority protections and the resurgence of tap dancing, showcasing its vibrant evolution.
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Watch Messaging To Predict Shutdown Blame
- Expect political messaging to shape public blame in a shutdown; presidents with a strong pulpit can shift perceptions.
- Hunter Baker advises watching presidential messaging and budget director tactics like Russ Vought's shutdown management.
Leverage CR Talks To Protect Benefits
- Use budget negotiations to force policy conversations you value, like preserving enhanced premium tax credits.
- Democrats are leveraging the stopgap funding fight to keep pandemic-era tax credits from expiring.
UN As A Forum Not An Executor
- The UN functions mainly as a global forum for conversation rather than an executive problem-solver.
- Hunter Baker argues that the UN's role is a feature, not a flaw, and it cannot match decisive national action.
