Authoritarianism Is Here. With Mother Jones' David Corn.

In this episode of the Bill Press Pod, Bill talks with David Corn, the Washington Bureau Chief for Mother Jones and author of the 'Our Land' newsletter. They discuss a variety of topics, starting with the anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing and the lessons learned from it. David shares his recent visit to Hiroshima and the city's dedication to peace. The conversation shifts to current nuclear threats and the unsettling complacency around them. David compares this to climate change, highlighting people's reluctance to engage with frightening issues. They also delve into the rise of authoritarianism in the US, particularly under Donald Trump's administration, citing examples like ICE raids, control of government information, and the erosion of democratic norms. The episode concludes with a discussion on the potential for Democrats to regain political power. You can subscribe to David's excellent newsletter, Our Land, at DavidCorn.com.

Today highlights the work The Amica Center, an organization dedicated to providing aid to people illegally targeted by ICE. More information at AmicaCenter.org.

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