Undercurrents Marianne Williamson
Nov 11, 2024
Marianne Williamson, a spiritual leader and author known for her progressive political views, discusses the Democratic Party's challenges post-Trump. She reflects on the concentration of power and the struggle for authentic voter engagement. Williamson advocates for a working-class agenda, universal healthcare, and inclusivity, emphasizing the need for genuine dialogue in politics. The conversation also touches on the potential for a spiritual awakening within the party, inspired by figures like Martin Luther King Jr., calling for compassion and integrity in political discourse.
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How to Beat Trump
- Create a righteous, virtuous politics serving the people to defeat Trump.
- Focus on issues like universal healthcare, tuition-free education, and peace.
Media Manipulation
- Mainstream and social media, along with TV partners, control the narrative.
- They de-amplify opposing voices and spread misinformation to maintain control.
Suppression of Primaries
- The Democratic Party uses narratives like "don't primary a sitting president" to suppress dissent.
- Williamson points to primaries against Lyndon B. Johnson as a counter-example.