Straight White American Jesus The Five Non-Negotiables for Building a New Progresive Movement w/Max from UNFTR
Jun 2, 2025
Max from UNFTR, a progressive voice and host, joins the discussion on crafting a bold platform for a new era. They unpack five essential pillars for a revitalized movement: Housing First, Medicare for All, Climate Action, Election Integrity, and a Civilian Labor Corps. The conversation addresses the Democratic Party's narrative void and explores how organized religion can influence socio-economic policies. Max advocates for grassroots unity to confront challenges like economic inequality and AI displacement, painting a hopeful vision for inclusivity and meaningful change.
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Neoliberalism’s Origin Story
- The rise of neoliberalism began with the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education case which shifted the U.S. trajectory.
- A coalition of economic and religious forces worked to derail progressive advances, framing today’s political crisis.
Economic Security Enables Social Cooperation
- A society with economic security makes better decisions at community and political levels.
- Economic precarity fosters division and poor choices, undermining collective well-being and politics.
Adopt Housing First Policy
- Housing First ensures shelter is a human right foundational for stability and economic security.
- Investing in housing reduces societal costs like policing and incarceration, proving economically smart and moral.