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Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

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Dec 15, 2023 • 47min

Sen. Sherrod Brown, Jim Messina & Jeet Heer

Senator Sherrod Brown explains how he wins his seat in a state that seemingly leans red. Jeet Heer of The Nation examines the economic anxiety of voters despite the continued successes of Bidenomics. Former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Jim Messina explains why President Biden is the right candidate for the top of the ticket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 13, 2023 • 53min

Rep. Summer Lee, Justin Wolfers & Marc Elias

University of Michigan Professor Justin Wolfers parses out the great economic metrics that Bidenomics continues to deliver, despite bad 'vibes.' Congresswoman Summer Lee illustrates how we can achieve a more democratic America. Marc Elias of Democracy Docket details the latest court cases he's battling to protect democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 53min

Rick Wilson, Ryan Grim & Steven Levitsky

Rick Wilson discusses media's flaws in reporting polls. Ryan Grim details his book 'The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution.' Steven Levitsky examines why Republicans have turned against democracy.
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Dec 8, 2023 • 52min

Sarah Longwell, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell & Maria Theresa Kumar

Sarah Longwell of The Bulwark discusses the ongoing embarrassment of the Republican presidential primary. Former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell details her Senate run against one of the Senate's most unlikable members, Rick Scott. Additionally, Maria Theresa Kumar from Voto Latino examines how the Democrats can reignite voter enthusiasm among Hispanics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 45min

Mary Trump. Rep. Ro Kanna & Mark Chiusano

The Mary Trump Show's Mary Trump examines Trump's quickly deteriorating mental state. Congressman Ro Khanna goes over the landscape now that Republicans' majority is one member slimmer. Author Mark Chiusano details his new book, 'The Fabulist: The Lying, Hustling, Grifting, Stealing, and Very American Legend of George Santos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 4, 2023 • 47min

Rick Wilson, Fred Krupp & Kelly Weill

The Lincoln Project's own Rick Wilson mocks Gov. Ron Desantis' astoundingly bad performance against Gov. Gavin Newsome. The Daily Beast's Kelly Weill, explains why the Seth Rich and Pizzagate conspiracy theories have resurfaced again. Environmental Defense Fund's Fred Krupp details the big news from this weekend, an agreement that will help hold gas companies accountable for methane leaks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dec 1, 2023 • 48min

Tim Miller, Rep. Eric Swalwell & Rep. Robert Garcia

The Bulwark's Tim Miller discusses Rep. Kevin McCarthy's impending departure from Congress. Rep. Eric Swalwell tells us about how Democrats are actually running the government since the Republicans are too dysfunctional to do it themselves. Rep. Robert Garcia details the expulsion of Congressman George Santos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 49min

James Carville, Rep. Shontel Brown & Douglas Rushkoff

Democratic strategist James Carville tells us how Biden can win back the voters he's lost. Rep. Shontel Brown tells us about what she sees in her district in Ohio. 'Survival of the Richest' author Doug Rushkoff talks about Elon Musk's latest chaos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 56min

Rick Wilson, David Leonhardt & John Burn Murdoch

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson provides a reality check about the actual implications of The Project 2025. The Financial Times' John Burn Murdoch examines why life expectancy in the US is plummeting. The New York Times' David Leonhardt stops by to tell us about his new book, 'Ours Was the Shining Future: The Story of the American Dream.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nov 24, 2023 • 37min

Ryan Reilly & Peter Salett

Ryan Reilly, NBC Justice Reporter, discusses his book 'Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System.' Peter Sallet from The Hometown Project explains using celebrities to elect local officials.

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