

2020: Michael Bennet on fixing Washington and defeating Mitch McConnell
Jul 2, 2019
Michael Bennet, a Colorado Senator and Democratic presidential candidate in 2020, discusses the urgent threats to democracy and his vision for reforming Washington. He dives into the complexities of healthcare, advocating for bipartisan solutions while tackling challenges posed by Mitch McConnell. The conversation touches on critical issues such as immigration policy, economic inequality through the American Families Act, and emphasizes the need for structural political reforms to restore public trust and combat corruption.
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Republican Shift on Climate
- Republicans used to have an honorable tradition on climate change, with Nixon creating the EPA and Reagan addressing the ozone hole.
- Now, Citizens United and the Koch brothers' influence have corrupted them into climate inaction.
Koch Brothers' Influence
- Senator Bennet believes Republican politicians lie about climate change due to Koch brothers' influence.
- The Koch brothers' money and the threat of primaries have corrupted the GOP's stance on climate.
Democracy Reform Plan
- Bennet's democracy reform plan focuses on removing money from politics and increasing voter participation.
- This involves overturning Citizens United, ending political gerrymandering, and banning Congress members from becoming lobbyists.