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Trump's Clown Car Begins to Roll with Abigail Tracy Nov 16, 2024

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Host Reed Galen and journalist Abigail Tracy discuss Trump's early Cabinet picks and why Veep is Still Relevant because everyone in Washington, DC is either Jonah or Dan.

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Does the Left Need Its Own Joe Rogan? (with Taylor Lorenz) Nov 14, 2024

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Host Reed Galen is joined by Taylor Lorenz to discuss the always-evolving landscape of digital media (particularly in relation to politics and culture), how emojis have become politicized, the need for the left to have its own media ecosystem, and the challenges faced by Democrats in overcoming the apathy and disillusionment that is increasingly prevalent in young voters. For more from Taylor Lorenz, be sure to subscribe to “User Mag”, listen to “Power User with Taylor Lorenz”, and pick up “Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet” wherever fine books are found. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today.

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Trumps Early Picks and Where The Pro-Democracy Movement Goes from Here Nov 13, 2024

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Host Reed Galen shares his perspective on the picks of Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth to major national security posts and how Trump's decision will effect individual Americans. Then, Reed shares a speech he delivered to the Democratic Women of South Orange County (California) earlier this week.

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The Pro-Democracy Movement’s “To-Do List” with Rep. Eric Swalwell Nov 08, 2024

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Host Reed Galen is joined by Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell (CA-14) to discuss post-election reactions, the current state of our nation’s political landscape and relationship with democracy, the challenges facing the Democratic Party, and why authenticity/personality is so paramount to political engagement (particularly in areas that have become uncontested). Plus, the importance of holding the GOP controlled Senate accountable in the upcoming Trump administration’s political appointments. For more from Rep. Eric Swalwell, be sure to follow him on social media. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today.

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American Gut Punch :: Thoughts on Election 2024 Nov 07, 2024

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Host Reed Galen gives his take on the aftermath of the 2024 election and Donald Trump's landslide victory. Why it happened, what happens next, and what we need to do now. Now is not the time to quit, but the time to rest and regroup for the work ahead.

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How Crazy Will It Be? With Abigail Tracy Nov 04, 2024

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Host Reed Galen and journalist Abigail Tracy discuss how Pennsylvania is looking, whether modern polling tells us anything, what Donald Trump could (or will) do on Election Night and whether the Democrats have done enough to make their case.

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Five Days to Go! Oct 31, 2024

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Host Reed Galen records from on the road in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin from the Join The Union and Civic Media Bus Tour. With just five days to Election Day, it's more important than ever to get involved!

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An American Mission Statement with Michael Ian Black Oct 29, 2024

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Host Reed Galen is joined by actor, comedian, writer and proud member of the pro-democracy movement, Michael Ian Black. They discuss the transformation of the Republican Party, the implications of immigration on American identity, the power of narratives in shaping political landscapes, and the shared experiences of Americans across the country. Plus, the intricate relationship between comedy and politics…and UFO talk! For more from Michael Ian Black, be sure to watch “Have I Got News For You” on CNN, listen to Obscure with Michael Ian Black, and subscribe to Michael Ian Black on Substack. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today.

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Hello Wisconsin! Oct 28, 2024

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Host Reed Galen gives a brief report from the road in Wisconsin, why Kamala Harris should win on the numbers, and why every phone call, text, and door knock matters.

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Donald Trump Isn’t Running For President…He’s Running From Prison with George Conway Oct 25, 2024

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Host Reed Galen is joined by longtime attorney and pro-democracy activist…George Conway. They discuss Donald Trump’s psychological profile and his deteriorating mental state, the future of the Republican Party (does it even have one?), the dangers of voter suppression, and the state of our nation’s political landscape with elections less than two weeks away. For more from George Conway be sure to check out the Anti-Psychopath PAC, Society For the Rule of Law, and listen to George Conway Explains it All. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today.

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