Michael Blake

This discussion features Jon Sopel, former BBC North America editor; Clay Travis, founder of Outkick; Ana Kasparian from The Young Turks; Michael Blake, ex-Obama aide; and conservative commentator Shabbos Kestenbaum. They dive into Trump's potential lawsuit against the BBC over alleged editing breaches, the split within MAGA media sparked by Tucker Carlson's controversial interview with Nick Fuentes, and the implications of Zohran Mamdani's mayoral victory in NYC. The panel debates media bias, the platforming of extremists, and the future of the Democratic Party.

Michael Blake, former DNC vice chair and current Bronx primary challenger to Rep. Richie Torres, shares his insights and political vision. He discusses his deep Bronx roots and commitment to prioritizing local affordability over foreign interests. Blake champions policies like reforming housing affordability and Medicare for All, while also addressing community safety and ICE raids. His candid perspective on the impacts of international policy on local budgets adds a poignant layer to the conversation.

Michael Blake, former New York Assemblyman and Congressional candidate, shares his campaign goals for the Bronx, focusing on affordability and progressive change. He criticizes current representative Ritchie Torres and outlines key policies like Medicare for All and housing reforms. Later, Jay Willis, editor of Balls and Strikes, discusses the Supreme Court's nuances regarding Trump's tariffs and their economic implications. The conversation highlights the conservative justices' concerns about market impact and judicial deference in executive powers.

Michael Blake, a former aide to Barack Obama and a mayoral candidate in New York City, shares his vision for housing justice and affordability. He tackles important issues, such as addressing corruption from past leaders like Cuomo. Comedian Arnez J. reminisces about his experiences with Prince and comments on the comedy scene. The conversation opens up to listeners, who weigh in on their own perspectives, creating a lively mix of humor and political discourse.

Michael Blake, former New York State Assemblyman and mayoral candidate, dives into pressing issues of affordability and housing justice in NYC. He proposes innovative solutions like eliminating credit scores for housing applications and instituting a vacant apartment tax. The conversation also critiques Mayor Eric Adams' handling of public safety and homelessness while calling for community-driven approaches. Blake emphasizes the need for political integrity and transformative housing policies to support marginalized communities.