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354: The Gracious Loser Jun 27, 2024

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Francis Barry discusses his book "Backroads and Better Angels: A Journey into the Heart of American Democracy" and his cross-country road trip to explore the values that hold America together. He shares stories of meeting people from different backgrounds and political beliefs, highlighting the frustration and division that exists in the country. Despite the challenges, Barry finds hope in the resilience and faith in the country's values that he encounters along the way. He emphasizes the importance of listening, open-mindedness, and prioritizing relationships over politics in order to bridge the divides in America.

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353: "So Much Blood": Ryan Hamilton Describes What It’s Like Dealing with Doctors in Texas Post-Abortion Ban Jun 25, 2024

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On the two-year anniversary of the historic Dobbs Decision, guest Ryan Hamilton shares the experience he and his wife had, which Republicans continue to claim doesn’t exist: abortion laws endangering the life of a mother. Talking with host Rick Wilson, Ryan relays the harrowing experience of he and his wife losing their baby and the life-threatening circumstances they had to endure in the aftermath of archaic laws in Texas. You don’t want to miss this one.

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352: The Veepstakes are Bullsh!t Jun 21, 2024

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Host Rick Wilson urges listeners not to fall for Republican tricks. The VP pick for Donald Trump is just another attempt to turn this into a reality show and distract from the fact that he's a convicted felon (34 convictions!) trying to install a democracy-destroying authoritarian regime if he wins the election.

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351: Everybody Hates The Oligarchy Jun 20, 2024

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Host Rick Wilson and special guests George Monbiot and Peter Hutchison – co-authors of the book "The Invisible Doctrine: The Secret History of Neoliberalism (& How It Came to Control Your Life) "– discuss how the 2008 financial crisis contributed to current conditions, including the erosion of democracy and an increasingly rentier economy, which have opened the door to authoritarian populism and manipulation of information on a mass scale.

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350: John Avlon's Common Sense Campaign for New York Jun 18, 2024

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In this episode, Host Rick Wilson and CNN Pundit and former Daily Beast editor John Avlon discuss John's campaign as a common sense Democrat in New York's first district, the frustrations around affordability, the need to rebuild the middle class, and the importance of reaching out to Republicans. John also emphasizes the stakes of the race and the need for a broad patriotic coalition to defend American democracy.

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349: Say it, "It’s the messaging, stupid.” Jun 14, 2024

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Host Rick Wilson has a come-to-Jesus moment with the campaigns and politicians who stand in opposition to Donald Trump. The lesson? Get on message.

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348: It's Only 13 Scaramucci's Until Election Day Jun 13, 2024

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Never one to mince words, Anthony Scaramucci joins host Rick Wilson on the LP podcast. The Mooch says being fired from Trump's White House was the worst and, surprisingly, the BEST day of his life. In this episode Rick and Anthony discuss the humble genesis of his unorthodox career, the insanity of the current news cycle, and what's at stake for America in this upcoming election.

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347: Gen Z: The "Social" Party Jun 11, 2024

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On this episode of the LP Podcast, host Rick Wilson talks to Kwame Jackson and Jason Palmer of Together! PAC, which is a common sense movement that aims to engage young people in politics in a more impactful and honest way. From posting six-second, attention-span-friendly ads on TikTok to collaborating with gaming influencers on Twitch, Together! PAC provides a platform for young people to communicate, raises money for causes impacting our country's youth, and implements a blueprint for gen-z to actively participate in their political future.

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346: The 80th Anniversary of D-Day with Rick Wilson & Ken Burns Jun 06, 2024

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The LP Podcast welcomes its new host, Lincoln Project co-founder and Creative Director, Rick Wilson. In this episode, Rick is joined by legendary filmmaker Ken Burns as they discuss the events and circumstances which gave America her Greatest Generation, as well as what Americans can learn from them in an age where democratic institutions are under threat from without and within.

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345: 6 Months Out May 30, 2024

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Just six months out from the election, host Rick Wilson offers a candid analysis of the current political landscape. He discusses the reliability of various polls, the effectiveness of the Biden administration's major legislative achievements, and the continuous controversies surrounding Donald Trump. Rick warns of the challenges ahead, urging unity and vigilance against misinformation. He also touches on the implications of potential Supreme Court decisions and the critical importance of voter turnout to counter what he describes as a threatening political agenda by Trump.

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