The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Daniel Nakanian, the editor and founder of Bolts Magazine, dives into his Cheat Sheet for the upcoming 2025 elections. He highlights key governor, mayoral, and sheriff races that could shape local immigration policies and enforcement. Nakanian emphasizes the importance of local offices in the larger political landscape and discusses progressive challengers in major cities. He also outlines the implications of upcoming Pennsylvania state supreme court cases on election laws and redistricting. A must-listen for political enthusiasts!

Avi Shlaim, Emeritus Professor of International Relations at Oxford and a historian of the Arab–Israeli conflict, dives deep into the complexities of Zionism. He discusses the 'dual exodus theory' and shares his personal experiences as an Arab Jew, shaping his views on Zionism's impact. Shlaim critiques British colonialism's role and explores whether Zionism has always aimed for territorial expansion. He provocatively asserts that Israel's actions in Gaza meet the threshold for genocide, highlighting the dire consequences for Palestinians.

Dr. Michael Mann, a leading climatologist and director at the University of Pennsylvania, dives into the rampant disinformation threatening science today. He reveals how fossil-fuel interests have fueled climate denial and shares alarming parallels with public health attacks. Mann critiques the complicity of media giants like Musk and Murdoch in spreading misinformation. He stresses the need for scientists to mobilize, improve communication, and enhance civic engagement to combat these threats and restore accountability in public discourse.

Jamaal Bowman, a former U.S. Representative and progressive activist, sheds light on the troubling tactics of ICE in Chicago, denouncing the inhumane treatment of citizens during recent raids. He critiques the antics of Congress during the ongoing shutdown, decrying it as mere theater. Bowman further discusses immigration's root causes, his experiences in Central America, and presents grassroots strategies for change. He also engages in a thoughtful critique of media accountability following a controversial conversation between Ta-Nehisi Coates and Ezra Klein.

Ryan Grim, an investigative journalist and co-founder of DropSite News, shares insights from the Global Sumud flotilla, detailing its interception by Israeli forces and the challenges faced by activists on board. Natasha Hakimi Zapata, an award-winning journalist, discusses the turmoil within the UK Labour Party and the emergence of Jeremy Corbyn’s new leftist party, sparked by discontent over the party's policies and leadership under Keir Starmer. Together, they explore the implications of these significant political developments.

Jesse Coburn, a ProPublica reporter, dives into Trump's detrimental HUD policies, highlighting proposed evictions of mixed-status families and the push for work requirements in public housing. Antonio Delgado, New York's Lieutenant Governor, announces his 2026 gubernatorial campaign, advocating for a shift from developer-led housing strategies to direct public investment. He stresses the urgency of addressing economic inequality, supports single-payer healthcare, and aims to build a broad coalition statewide, all while rejecting corporate PAC money.

Frederico Finchelstein, an Argentine historian and chair at The New School, dives into the controversies surrounding Javier Milei's government and the U.S. support for his administration. He explores Milei's libertarian policies and the economic impacts of austerity measures. The discussion highlights the implications of international bailouts and investor interests, while also connecting Milei’s tactics to broader fascist patterns in politics. Finchelstein reflects on how public sentiment shapes extremist politics and the historical context of mass protests in Argentina.

Cory Doctorow, an author and tech activist, dives into his new book, InShittification. He introduces the concept of platform decay, explaining how weakened antitrust laws and IP regulations have led to worse services. Doctorow highlights specific policy decisions that have enabled monopolies to thrive and examines the global push for antitrust reform in countries like Europe and Canada. He emphasizes the importance of public anger and coalition building in challenging big tech power, advocating for grassroots political movements as a solution.

Join national affairs correspondent Jeet Heer, who explores rising authoritarianism, the Democratic Party's ineptitude, and critiques Kamala Harris’s book. YouTube commentator R.M. Brown adds his take on viral news trends, including chaotic ICE raids and their media portrayal. From harder looks at political strategies to hilarious reactions to Megyn Kelly discussing witches, this conversation captures the pulse of contemporary culture and politics.

Ken Klippenstein, an investigative journalist specializing in national security, discusses the disturbing trend of the Trump administration reclassifying trans individuals as part of a new 'nihilistic violent extremist' category. He explores how recent violent incidents have been manipulated to justify these designations. Connor Echols, a reporter focused on U.S. foreign policy, reveals how David Milstein, an obscure State Department official, significantly influenced U.S.-Israel relations, including altering critical humanitarian reports on Gaza. Together, they unpack the implications of these policies.