Alexander Sammon

Join Alexander Sammon, a politics writer for Slate focused on immigration enforcement, as he delves into the Harbor Area Peace Patrol's grassroots efforts in Los Angeles. Discover their unique cover of a knitting club while conducting surveillance on aggressive ICE raids. Learn how they help the community by documenting vehicle movements to alert residents and training local businesses on safety during raids. Sammon discusses the implications of increased Border Patrol tactics and their potential ripple effect across the nation.

Alexander Sammon, a politics writer for Slate, dives into the dramatic financial battles facing progressive Democrats. He discusses AIPAC’s significant role in unseating members of the Squad, exploring how massive funding influences elections. The conversation highlights Cori Bush's evolving political stance and the struggles of incumbents like Ilhan Omar against well-financed opponents. Sammon also touches on the current public sentiment towards Israel, revealing the complexities for Democrats navigating these turbulent waters.

Alexander Sammon, a politics writer for Slate, explores the current battle between progressive Democrats and influential Republican-backed organizations like AIPAC. The conversation highlights how campaign financing changes the game for lawmakers such as Cori Bush and Ilhan Omar. Sammon sheds light on the challenges progressive politicians face against powerful PACs and the implications for representation in Congress. The discussion emphasizes the need for proactive strategies as electoral dynamics shift and the stakes rise for left-wing voices.

Exploring the rise of Steve Garvey, a baseball player running for Senate in California, and how Adam Schiff's strategic support for a Republican candidate is shaking up the political landscape in the state. The podcast dives into the dynamics of the Democratic Party and the challenges faced by young progressives in California's political scene.

In this episode, Alexander Sammon, a politics writer for Slate, discusses Joe Biden's weak poll numbers among young voters, Black voters, and Latino voters. They explore the challenges of Biden's messaging strategy and the need to unlock enthusiasm for voting for him again. They also analyze Biden's approach to his campaign, including his messaging strategy and addressing topics like political violence and the threat posed by Donald Trump.