Donald Trump’s Huge Debts Make Him Even More Dangerous
Mar 15, 2024
auto_awesome
The podcast discusses the 2024 presidential election, media manipulation by Republicans, a secretive right-wing Christian men's group, financial vulnerabilities of Donald Trump, RNC favoring Trump over other Republicans, and the influence of wealthy individuals on accurate information dissemination.
American journalism failing to adapt to Republican misinformation tactics
The existence and influence of the Society for American Civic Renewal among far-right Christians
Misleading narratives in media affecting public perception, like false claims about Joe Biden
Deep dives
The Ambitious Goals of the Society for American Civic Renewal
The Society for American Civic Renewal is a men-only secret society that aims to reshape government, promote its members in business, and influence societal norms towards a strict form of Christianity. Membership is limited to specific types of Christians, excluding Mormons and others. The group operates behind closed doors and seeks to elevate a certain version of faith and morality in public life.
Unveiling the Secrets of the Society and its Influence
The Society's existence came to light through the work of Charles Haywood, a vocal member known for his book reviews with a notably strident tone. Discussions around this group intensified as more details surfaced, revealing influential members such as wealthy individuals, politicians, and intellectuals. The Society operates discreetly, focusing on shaping a future aligned regime and implementing their vision for society without public awareness.
The Journey to Expose the Society's Presence and Activities
The investigative journey into the Society for American Civic Renewal began with Charles Haywood's prominent role in the group and his blog activities. Delving deeper into its activities brought to the fore the Boise, Idaho chapter registered by Scott Yener, a professor at Boise State University. Through tracking membership and affiliations, the group's covert intentions and actions gradually unraveled, shedding light on its influence and objectives.
Robert Hear's Misleading Report on Joe Biden
Robert Hear investigated Joe Biden's handling of classified documents and published a report with misleading information, suggesting Biden's memory was failing when he clearly remembered details. This false narrative was widely circulated in the media, impacting public perception.
Olivia Rodrigo Distributes Plan B Pills During Concert
Olivia Rodrigo distributed Plan B pills at her concert in St. Louis to support reproductive rights. Her initiative aimed to raise awareness about access to emergency contraception in states with restrictive abortion laws, sparking praise and criticism from different quarters.
NewsNation contributor Kurt Bardella joins The New Abnormal to discuss the state of the 2024 presidential election—and the complete failure of American journalism to adapt to Republicans’ strategy of spewing falsehoods. Plus, a conversation with Josh Kovensky, an investigative reporter at Talking Points Memo, about the Society for American Civic Renewal—a men’s only secret society of prominent far-right Christians.