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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/14/19 - The government protects the common person from the power of the rich- both foreign and domestic. In a case of whodunnit?, Thom asks whether Trump is sold out to local oligarchs like the Koch brothers, Russian billionaires, or maybe Mitch McConnell's Chinese billionaire wife.... all want to see a weak American government that frees them to have more power and money. The discussion of social justice continues with a debate with conservative Charles Sauer. Plus, a look back to the Suffragettes. And Bob Ney is keeping an eye on the oligarchs and warmongers. Jan 14, 2019

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We now know the FBI has had reason to investigate Trump's financial obligations to the Russian government since at least 2016. And, financial ties have been demonstrated between foreign governments and some key Republican players in Congress. Thom asks who is really pulling the strings? Could it be oligarchs abroad, and/or at home? Does the federal shutdown further the mission of billionaires to create a disrespect for government generally? ----- Thom keenly discusses his thesis with callers, adding detail and dimension to his argument. ----- The discussion gets heated when Thom takes on conservative commentator Charles Sauer and the reality and causes of inequality in this country. ----- Thom reads from 'The Women's Suffrage Movement', a collection of essays on historic social justice activism. ----- Thom discusses the Los Angeles teacher's strike in the context of the struggle for freedom from oligarchic power. ----- Thom gets former Republican Congressman Bob Ney's take on just who Trump is sold out to. Plus, John Bolton asks the Pentagon to plan going to war with Iran.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/11/19 - On the 75th anniversary of the 2nd Bill of Rights, Thom reflects on FDR's vision versus Trump's reality. Thom discusses with listeners what a state of emergency would mean for America, and what is the reality now for unpaid federal employees. Jan 11, 2019

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Thom reflects on the 75th anniversary of FDR's 2nd Bill of Rights of considers that vision versus the conditions of today and more news stories. Thom holds a spirited discussion with thoughtful listeners while discussing that Trump lied on TV and made no real effort to compromise with Congress. Professor Richard Wolff shares his insight on what chance Democratic proposals to require pharmaceuticals to limit their price gouging have of passing. Thom discusses with listeners what a state of emergency would mean for America, and what is the reality now for unpaid federal employees. A reading from 'Notes on a Nervous Planet' by Matt Hague. Luke Vargas from Talk Media News updates Thom on the military's mixed command signals on the pull out from Syria and the implications of the Huawei executive arrested in Poland on spying charges.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/10/19 - Will Trump use emergency powers to bypass Congressional disagreement over his wall obsession? What can be done to maintain the constitution's checks and balances, and what should Progressive strategy be? Jan 10, 2019

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Thom explores the potential dangers if Trump succeeds at gaining emergency powers and where it will end. Mark Pocan, co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus takes listener calls on the politics of the government shutdown. Former Republican congressman Bob Ney of Talk Media News briefs Thom on the history of presidential use of Emergency Powers, and they consider the state of play of the ever-moving chess board.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/09/19 - Thom argues that although brazenness often makes great presidents, Trump lacks the critical rest of the toolkit, especially empathy. Thom's callers discuss the situation as Trump thoughtlessly uses federal workers and immigrants as pawns in a game he's playing to benefit himself. Jan 09, 2019

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In Thom's take today: Brazenness is a leadership quality shared by many great presidents. Although, as Trump scores high on brazenness, yet Trump doesn't have the rest of the presidential toolkit including morality, intelligence, introspection, empathy, and foresight. Thom looks at how this deficit may be a threat to us all. Caller Paulette adds the word 'indifference', which Thom says is the opposite of love, an even more destructive than hatred. Caller Fred has experience in the evangelical movement, but he's pretty pissed about the corrupt way they are supporting Trump. Caller Rudy says racism is in the DNA of this country, and Trump is hurting the standing of white America with other groups. Thom continues today's town hall discussion as Trump tries to work the 'wall thing' BS for his next presidential campaign. Ellen Rattner with Talk Media News has had her ear to the ground, and brings us the latest headlines. Thom reads from Ocean Robbin's new book, 'The 31 Day Food Revolution.' Thom continues today's town hall discussion with thoughtful callers, on the subjects including of Trump, racism and immigration.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/08/19 - How does Democracy work when the news is owned by corporations and billionaires? Is this why they obsess over scandal, celebrity, and horse race instead of real issues?.. the way the media has treated OAC, Elizabeth Warren, and Sarah Huckabee Sanders this week as examples. Jan 09, 2019

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Thom introduces the idea that most of our media is fundamentally corrupt, and the way they misreported OAC's tax ideas is a clear example of this. --------- George in Illinois adds that the major corporate Spanish networks also skew the news.------ Thom welcomes Pulitzer-winning Art Cullen, a small town reporter in Iowa. A discussion on the fact that the national media barely reported the unprecedented crowds welcoming Elizabeth Warren and her critique of corporate power. ------- The discussion of media corruption rolls along between Thom and his callers.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/07/19 - Progressives hone their strategy as Trump continues to milk Latin American refugees for political gain. Author Greg Grandin joins to Thom to discuss what he calls the 'catastrophe' in central America from at least the CIA overthrow of an elected Nicaraguan government in 1954 through Reagan's sponsorship of death squads in the 1980s. Jan 07, 2019

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0:00 - Thom welcomes Greg Grandin, author of 'The End of the Myth from the Frontier to the Border Wall'- a fascinating description of the way both secret and overt American intervention in Latin America has created the flow of refugees that Trump is exploiting for his own purposes. Listeners add their own fascinating dimensions as they chime in. ----16:02 - Thom reads from 'Confessions of a Rogue Nuclear Regulator' by Gregory B. Jaczko ----21:33 - Thom has a fascinating talk with listeners about Progressive strategy in responding to Trump's crazy. ----30:30 - The conversaton continues, as Congressman Mark Pocan responds to listener challenges. ----37:41 - Then- as the president's cabinet officials get $10,000 per month raises, even as many ordinary federal workers are out on furlough. Thom extends the conversation to the sometimes harsh economic reality Americans are facing. But hope is on the horizon as the blue wave continues to roll ashore... right? ----48:25 - Former Congressman Bob Ney from Talk Media News brings his insight on the constantly moving chessboard in Washington. ----54:46 - Callers close out the hour with theories and proposals.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/04/19 - Is the media's coverage of Elizabeth Warren fair, or can it even be fair given the biases in our culture towards women? And Dr. Richard Wolff takes the pulse of the economy while Like Vargas watches the ongoing Chinese trade negotiations. Jan 04, 2019

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Despite cable media's piling-on of criticism of Elizabeth Warren's ancestry test, it turns out that no Native American elected leaders were asked in the national coverage. When leaders were asked, all supported Warren and yet consensus of the so called debacle continues. Thom continues the conversation on gender and race with his brilliant callers. ---------- Marxist economist Dr. Richard Wolff gives an update on economic news and Thom takes listeners' phone questions. --------- Luke Vargas reports on Talk Media News has the skinny of Chinese tariff negotiations and how the Saudis are handling the Khashoggi killers.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/03/19 - As Nancy Pelosi officially becomes speaker of the House, and Elizabeth Warren explores her options as president, today a vigorous discussion on the subtle and not-so-subtle biases towards women in power in our society. Jan 03, 2019

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Ass-kicker Nancy Pelosi is now officially the Speaker of the House, and prepared to go toe-to-toe with Trump. And while the partial government shutdown drags on, the president worries he might look foolish. ------- Peter Beinhart joins Thom, his article in The Atlantic considers the degree of bias against Elizabeth Warren in the media, and how she might be considered more fairly. ------- Thom carries on an enthusiastic discussion with diverse callers on the extent of gender and racial bias in our society in 2019. ------- We find out what is the real deal about 'PayGo' from former congressman Bob Ney.

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/02/19 - Politics starts with a bang as Elizabeth Warren debuts her Progressive agenda and likely presidential run. But can her issues get a fair hearing? Harry Reid says Trump is amoral. And Food and Water Watch raises the alarm over corruption at the USDA. Plus a few other things. Jan 02, 2019

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Elizabeth Warren appears ready to toss her hat in the ring with a campaign issues video. Thom considers her as the first authentically progressive candidate since Jimmy Carter. ------- Thom reads from 'Playing with Fire' by Lawrence O'Donell. ------- Will Elizabeth Warren be able to run on the issues, or will she be judged superficially? Thoughtful callers respond. And, how can we implement the Progressive's 'Green New Deal?' ------- Harry Reid's article in the NY Times asked 'is Trump immoral or amoral?' Thom thinks the Donald is a functioning sociopath. ------- Patty Lovera of Food and Water Watch on Trump appointee's dismantling of USDA regulations that protect the public. ------- Ellen Rattner from Talk Media News is here again with day's most interesting headlines!

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Thom Hartmann Program - 1 Hour Edition - 01/01/19 - Today, a robust discussion on immigration from down south, Trump's wall fixation, and how Ronald Reagan used undocumented workers to bust unions. Then- from Trump's new Boeing Secretary of Defense, to Google's control of the information age- how is our government failing to do its duty to protect competition? Jan 01, 2019

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Thom calls out Trump for flagrantly violated the Hatch act by using a photo-op with the troops to trash talk the Democrats' lack of support for building a wall. But is this giant project practical or worth the effort? Callers, including a Texas rancher with waterfront on the Rio Grande respond thoughtfully on what impact this proposed project would really have. And Thom shows how Ronald Reagan's union-busting policies are really to blame for mass Hispanic immigration. --------- John Nichols drops in with his most recent article for The Nation magazine, an expose on Trump's acting Secretary of Defense. ------------ Thom reads from Ralph Nader's book 'Breaking Through Power- It's Easier than We Think.' ----------- Professor Robert Reich appears on the show to argue that we must return to enforcing antitrust laws to restore competition and save capitalism from itself.

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