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Behind the News: The State of Trans Politics w/ Erin Reed

Aug 21, 2023
Erin Reed discusses the state of trans politics in the US, including anti-trans legislation, protective laws, and the migration of transgender individuals. Public opinion on transgender issues shows support for non-discrimination protections and opposition to criminalizing gender affirming care.
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  • Private corporations exert control and coercion in people's lives, necessitating collective action and a reimagining of American political economy.
  • Conservatives are increasingly aware of private actors' coercive practices, but this awareness has not translated into cohesive political reform.

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Saurabh Amari discusses his new book 'Tyranny Inc.' and the critique of private power in America

Saurabh Amari, co-founder of Compact Magazine, discusses his new book 'Tyranny Inc.' which critiques the power of capital in American society. He argues that traditional notions of liberty are insufficient in a world dominated by private corporations that exert control and coercion in people's lives. Amari highlights examples like forced arbitration agreements and the limitations of worker rights, emphasizing the need for collective action and a reimagining of American political economy.

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