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Anna Palmer of Politico’s playbook helps us process the state of DC going into another spending fight. We also discuss how identifying ourselves in groups keeps us from seeing the humanity of others. Thanks to our sponsors: goodcleangrapes.com and EverlyWell.Women's History Month Moment: The Brutal History of Japan's "Comfort Women" South Korea, Comfort Women, and Trump Lee Yong-soo's MissionRecommended Resources:Politico Playbook Andrew McCabe's FiringBrené Brown on Pod Save the PeopleTo hear the rest of today's Women History Month Moment and more of Beth's deep dive into the Mueller investigation, check out our Patreon page. For as little as $1/month, you can get more nuance and help support the work of Pantsuit Politics.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody has thoughts about our discussion on abortion. We cover some of that feedback as well as some of the notable news of the week. Thank you to our sponsors: goodcleangrapes.com and Tamara Mellon.Recommended Resources: Pennsylvania Special Election Rex Tillerson, Trump, and Congress School Walkouts and Student Activism Syrian War and RefugeesIran and the BBC Theresa May and Russia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has agreed to meet with Kim Jong-un, but is less open to talking to Bob Mueller.Thanks to our sponsors for today's episode: Zola and Tamara Mellon.North Korea:  A Trump-Kim Summit Trump Gambles on North Korea Kim Jong-un and LoyaltyThe Education of Kim Jong-unThe Mueller Investigation: Trump Lawyers Seek Deal Media Leaks Shape Russia Narrative Sam Nunberg Testifies Before Grand JuryFeminism and the Pro-Life Movement:Why I'm a Pro-Life FeministThe Catholic Feminist podcastOther Recommended Resources:  Cohen Used Trump Org. Email for Stormy Daniels Payoff Oprah, Weight Watchers, and TeenagersVisit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page to support the show and get access to bonus content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Watts started Moms Demand Action as a Facebook page at her kitchen table. Five years later, it is the driving force in the gun violence prevention movement. Thanks to our sponsors: goodcleangrapes.com and Martha Stewart Wine Co.Visit the Moms Demand Action website to learn about, support, or get involved with their work for gun sense in America.Visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page to support the show and get access to bonus content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President’s announcement on steel tariffs renews the conversation about America’s place in the world. Thanks to our sponsors, Casper Mattresses and Away.Recommended Resources: Donald Trump's Public and Private PresidencyFabric GuruWomen's History Month Spotlight: Jeanette RankinCongresswoman Rankin Biography Has Anything Changed for Female Politicians? The Congresswoman Who Paved the Way for Hillary ClintonSupport Pantsuit Politics, get access to all the bonus content mentioned in today's episode, and join the conversation by becoming a patron of the show at Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hope Hicks is out, Jared Kushner is downgraded, and Trump changes his tune on guns. We talk about an active week in Washington and take listener questions on Eric Greitens and Tom Nichols' thread on conservatism. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Scout & Cellar and LOLA.  Recommended Resources:  Hope Hicks as the Most Powerful Person in Washington  Hope Hicks's Testimony to the House Intelligence Committee Hope Hicks's Departure from the White House Jared Kushner's Security Clearance Downgrade History of Conflicts Between Trump and Sessions  Full Video of Trump's Gun Violence Meeting  Reporting from St. Louis on the Eric Greitens IndictmentTom Nichols's Thread on Conservativism  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Critical discussions in this country continue to develop about election interference, #metoo, and gun violence. Thanks to our sponsors for today's podcast: ThirdLove and Martha Stewart Wine Company. Beth summarizes her thoughts on the Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee response to the Republican memo on the Russian investigation as well as her new found commitment to primary sources. She also shared her thoughts on the recent indictments and movement of Robert Mueller and his team. We also talk about Mona Charen's #metoo moment at CPAC.Beth compliments the Democratic governors. Sarah compliments Florida Governor Rick Scott.In our main segment, we discuss the great feedback we've got from our community on the ongoing gun debate.We end with what's on our minds outside politics. Beth is thinking about her crafting and we talk about the essential nature of idle time.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation on guns in this country is changing. We talk about a particularly intense day this week filled with listening sessions, marches, and town halls. We then spoke with Jeremy Hays and Eve Pearlman, cofounders of Spaceship Media, about dialogue journalism and their new project The Many. This show is sponsored by Tamara Mellon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Students across the U.S. are demanding action to prevent future gun violence, and Robert Mueller has issued an extensive indictment related to Russian interference in the 2016 election. We discuss the week’s news and talk with Tabitha Isner about her run for Congress. Thanks to our sponsors for today's podcast: Tamara Mellon and Martha Stewart Wine Company. Students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are leading a nationwide movement, demanding that policymakers address gun violence in schools. We discuss their activism and the need for reasonable progress and compromise. Special Counsel Robert Mueller, in a 37-page indictment, has described Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. We discuss the indictment and updates regarding Michael Flynn, Rick Gates, and Richard Pinedo. Sarah compliments Congressman Carlos Curbelo for his remarks following the Parkland shooting. Beth compliments the Albuquerque, New Mexico City Council. We talk with Tabitha Isner and her campaign manager, Megan Skipper, about her run for Congress as a Democrat in Alabama. You can find Tabitha on her website, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. We end with what's on our minds outside politics. Beth is thinking about her bucket list. Sarah is excited about her friend's new children's album.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On January 23, there was a school shooting in our home state. On February 14, 17 people were killed in yet another. If you are ready to take action, consider doing one of the following things: text ACT to 64433 to join Moms Demand Action host a conversation in your community about the threat of violence (agree in advance about whether you'd like to discuss gun control provisions or not) contact your elected official to express your insistence on measures to combat gun violence  Post-note: At the top of the episode, we cite the statistic from EveryTown that there have been 18 school shootings in 2018. This statistic has been criticized today by, among others, the Washington Post. EveryTown uses an expansive definition of school shooting to encompass every time a gun has discharged live rounds on school property. We encourage you to judge the meaning and importance of this statistic for yourself.    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.