
 Time To Say Goodbye Walz Time, RFK's Bear Episode, and what Solidarity Means with Astra Taylor
 Aug 7, 2024 
 Astra Taylor, a filmmaker and co-author with the Debt Collective, joins the conversation to delve into a variety of intriguing topics. They discuss the surprising implications of Kamala Harris's VP nomination and the bizarre spectacle of RFK Jr. dumping a dead bear cub in Central Park. Astra shares insights from her book on solidarity, exploring its importance in activism and the complexities of personal loss in political movements. The chat also emphasizes how to rebuild political unity and address issues like school lunch debt impacting vulnerable communities. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Candidate Selection and Representation 
 02:36 • 10min 
 The VP's Vital Role in Elections 
 12:58 • 11min 
 Bizarre Choices and Political Perceptions 
 23:38 • 8min 
 The Dynamics of Solidarity and Privilege in Activism 
 31:21 • 28min 
 Rebuilding Political Solidarity 
 59:28 • 18min 
 Advocating for Free School Lunch and Debt Cancellation 
 01:17:11 • 4min 
