
Pema Levy
Reporter at Mother Jones who discussed Ernst Fraenkel's 'dual state' theory and concerns about how the Supreme Court's decisions could create two-track justice.
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Oct 11, 2025 • 51min
Authoritarianism, but Make It Look Normal. Plus, the Family Taking Over American Media.
 Greg Sargent, a staff writer at The New Republic, reveals Stephen Miller's tactics to normalize authoritarian policies, advocating for an aggressive information strategy. Pema Levy from Mother Jones digs into Ernst Fraenkel's dual state theory, warning of how Supreme Court decisions might create a two-tiered justice system. Jake LaHut from Wired discusses the Ellison family's vast media acquisitions and their potential influence on politics, highlighting changes in American media dynamics and the impact of new power players stepping into the spotlight. 

Sep 23, 2025 • 57min
Jacobin Radio: Trump’s War on Dissent w/ Pema Levy
 Pema Levy, an investigative reporter at Mother Jones, dives deep into the implications of the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. United States. She reveals how this ruling grants Trump sweeping immunity, allowing him to weaponize the Justice Department against his critics and facilitate questionable ICE raids. Levy discusses the alarming convergence of legal and political practices that heralds a shift towards authoritarianism in America. This conversation highlights the erosion of institutional independence and the rising threats to democratic checks, especially for marginalized groups. 


