American Resolution

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Defending Death Row Inmates and Gitmo Detainees Jan 10, 2021

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Host David Jolly is joined by Clive Stafford Smith. Clive has spent his life fighting to overturn death sentences, and championing human rights issues around the globe. He's perhaps best known for defending death row inmates and Guantanamo Bay detainees. They discuss his life's work, the current state of politics in the US and the UK, and more!

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Work, Wages, and Wealth for Black America Dec 30, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by David Clunie, who is the Executive Director of the Black Economic Alliance, a nonpartisan alliance of business leaders and supporters focused on driving economic progress for the Black community through public policy, advocacy, and political engagement.

They discuss the BEA, its mission, goals, and current efforts, and also delve into David's past life working as a lawyer in New York, the Obama White House, and the US Treasury. Finally, they touch on what a Biden administration will mean for Black America.

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The Latest on Stimulus and the Importance of Public Utilities Dec 19, 2020

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This week on American Resolution, Host David Jolly is joined by Joy Ditto, President and CEO of the American Public Power Association. The APPA is the voice of not-for-profit, community-owned utilities that power 2000 towns and cities nationwide. Joy has an intimate knowledge of what goes in Washington and they discuss the latest on the stimulus package, what a Biden administration means for energy policy, and just how public utilities have been affected by COVID-19.

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The Biography on Biden's Desk Dec 04, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by award-winning author, columnist, political analyst, filmmaker, and lecturer, Jonathan Alter. Jonathan has written best-selling books about three Presidents, and his latest, out this fall, is the first full-length biography of our 39th President, Jimmy Carter. They discuss his book and Carter's character, which was much more complex than the affable, grandfatherly figure he is commonly portrayed as.

They also discuss Jonathan's FDR biography, which is full of good lessons. So good in fact, that President-elect Biden has quoted it on the campaign trail and kept a copy on his desk during this year's election.

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The Man Who Has Seen Trump's Taxes Nov 20, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by Tim O'Brien, journalist, author, political commentator, former advisor to Mike Bloomberg, and yes, the man who has seen Donald Trump's taxes. They discuss Trump's instincts, why he succeeds or fails, the United States Football League, the need for a third party, and so much more. This is an episode you do not want to miss.

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Back to Policy: Police Reform and the Breonna Taylor Case Nov 13, 2020

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A crazy week in politics deserves an episode that covers a lot! This week on American Resolution, originally recorded November 5th, host David Jolly is joined by Alvin Bragg, a candidate for next year’s District Attorney’s race in Manhattan. They discuss the presidential election, policing and needed reform, the Breonna Taylor case, Alvin’s church and how it ties into the Georgia Senate runoff, and even more.

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Why America Needs A Decisive Election Oct 30, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by political commentator and author Jeff Greenfield. Jeff has written fiction and nonfiction about our elections, how they’re decided, and the litany of possible outcomes, both real and imagined. They discuss our climate of polarization and how the different forces in our politics could meet on November 3rd for a decisive result or chaos. This is an episode you won’t want to miss as we gear up for the election of our lifetime next week.

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Could a Bipartisan Unity Ticket Ever Work? Oct 23, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by former United States Representative Patrick Murphy. Tune in as they discuss their similar paths in politics, the difference between being moderate and being bipartisan, and the story of a time they almost ran on a "unity" ticket together.

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A Conversation with DNC Rising Star Nikki Fried Oct 09, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by DNC Rising Star Nikki Fried, the only Democrat to win a statewide race in Florida in the last 10 years. Tune in as they discuss the politics of Covid, of guns, and her view of the Democratic Party's growing tent - and how it all comes together to shape the Presidential race on November 3rd.

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Why the 1824 Election Matters Today Oct 02, 2020

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Host David Jolly is joined by US Representative Eric Swalwell to discuss why you're hearing about the 1824 election, how the House could handle a brokered election, and what Pelosi and company are doing to prepare for that scenario.

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