Political History
Discover key takeaways from 7 podcast episodes about this topic.
Racist Conservatives Attack On The Second Founding of America | Adam Serwer | TMR
Adam Serwer argues that conservative legal ideology, particularly regarding voting rights, represents a systematic attack on the 'Second Founding' of America, aiming to re-establish white supremacy by invalidating the spirit of the Reconstruction Amendments.
When Democrats Used to Win the Heartland | Cory Haala | TMR
This episode unpacks the rise and fall of progressive populism in the Midwest during the Reagan era, revealing how economic crises and social backlashes shaped Democratic strategy and offer lessons for today's political landscape.
Progressive Populism w/ Corey Haala | MR Live
Explore how progressive populism in the Midwest challenged Reagan-era politics and offers a blueprint for today's Democratic Party to reconnect with working-class voters by focusing on economic issues and grassroots organizing.
Correspondent’s Dinner Assassination Attempt; The Myth Of Red Texas w/ David Griscom | MR Live
David Griskcom debunks the 'Myth of Red Texas,' revealing a hidden history of radical populism and labor organizing that challenges the state's conservative image, while hosts Sam Seder and Emma Vigeland dissect current political events including a White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and Trump's reaction.
Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles, historical political context regarding race, and inspiring community initiatives impacting the Black community, from Supreme Court cases to the rise of 'Black Girl Playground' social clubs.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
Roland Martin and guests dissect the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, highlight the Black Census's mission, and dismantle historically inaccurate political claims made by celebrities like Nick Cannon and Amber Rose.
SCOTUS Weighs Birthright Citizenship. Black Census Mobilizes. Nick Cannon Backlash Explodes
This episode dissects the political motivations behind the Supreme Court's challenge to birthright citizenship, highlights the largest-ever Black census, and provides a rigorous historical deconstruction of race and political parties in America, directly challenging celebrity misinformation.