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We're tackling the new Supreme Court nominee, NATO, and Sarah has some things to say to white people with cell phones. This leads us into a conversation about when and how to call out strangers for words and actions we find objectionable. Plus, Beth talks with Emily Fox about her new book about the Trump children, Born Trump.To support the show and get access to bonus content, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2,977 people were killed by 19 al Qaeda-backed terrorists on September 11, 2001. Today, as immigration and travel bans dominate the news, we begin a several month exploration of what that day has meant for American government, agencies, policies and culture.We start the show lightning round to cover the this week's headlines. We're also sharing our first gratitude moment, a new regular segment in our Tuesday episodes. Recommended Resources:  World Health Assembly, America, and Breastfeeding Why Symbols Became TargetsThanks to today's sponsors: Stitcher Premium, Away, and ModCloth.To become a Pantsuit Politics patron, visit our Patreon page. There, you can get access to bonus content, including The Nightly Nuance, our brief weeknight episodes on the news of the day.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justice Anthony Kennedy announced his retirement from the Supreme Court this week. We discuss what it may mean for the future of the Court. We also talk about the varied reactions to Justice Kennedy's announcement and how they relate to our discussion of political civility. To support the show and get access to bonus content - including lots more about the Supreme Court - visit our Patreon page and become one of our valued patrons.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media has been dominated by the serious stories of immigration atrocities and less serious stories about jackets and restaurants. We cover these stories in our lightning round before talking about the need for civility in our political discourse. Plus, we chat with Tiffany Bond about her run to represent the citizens of Maine in Congress. Recommended Resources: Obliterating CultureWhere Is Barack Obama? Trump Supporters Dig InZero-Tolerance Prosecution and Family Reunification Trump Decries Immigrant Invasion There’s a Better, Cheaper Way to Handle Immigration A Short, Brutal History of ICE Russia and the Midterm ElectionsThanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium, Grove Collaborative, and Modcloth. To support the show and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All week, we've heard from listeners who, like us, are struggling to process what's happening at our southern border. We talk through the various elements of this crisis as well as our thoughts and feelings surrounding it. Additionally, we discuss how and why we talk politics with our kids.Recommended Resources:VA Governor Orders Investigation Into Potential Child Abuse President Obama and Family Detention The Profit of Private Immigrant JailsThanks to our sponsor: TomboyX.Thanks to our wonderful patrons for supporting the show. To become a patron and get access to bonus content and behind-the-scenes information, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's being reported that 2000 children have been separated from their families at the US border between April 19 and May 31. We discuss our perspectives on this horrifying policy as well as reflect on how we view immigration to the United States. We also discuss the recent Supreme Court decision on gerrymandering, immigration issues in the European Union, and our weekly Pride Month moment. Recommended Resources: Angela Merkel and Immigration in the E.U. Jose Garcia, Legal Resident, Arrested Pablo Villavicencio Arrested While Delivering Pizza Vietnamese Man Dies in ICE CustodyThanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium, ThirdLove, and JustFab.Become a monthly patron at our Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. There, you can get access to The Nightly Nuance, where we're talking Supreme Court decisions this week. You can also hear Beth discuss the investigation into the murder of Fannyann Eddy, who she highlighted in today's Pride Month moment.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See o

We address the separation of families at the border, share our reflections on the summit with North Korea, and Beth talks with James Kirchick, author of The End of Europe. Beth and James discuss historical context for our modern diplomacy with European countries, including Russia. Thanks to today's sponsor: Grove Collaborative. To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President faces backlash from the G7 heading into talks with North Korea, and Robert Mueller's work. We take a closer look at the new indictments and what they mean for the continuing case. We also talk with Diana Butler Bass about the need for civic gratitude. Recommended Resources: The G7 Summit Communique  The North Korea Summit Mueller's Latest ChargesThe Special Counsel's Office Background on the Hapsburg GroupPride Month Moment: Bayard RustinThanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium, TomBoyX, and Grove Collaborative. To hear the rest of our conversation with Diana Butler Bass, tune in to this week's episode of The Nuanced Life. To support our show and get access to The Nightly Nuance, visit our Patreon page.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's so much tension in the news this week. International leaders are unhappy with the United States over tariffs, leading to concerns about the ability of the G7 to issue a joint statement. American diplomats in China are being brought home after experiencing neurological symptoms caused by sustained and mysterious sounds. And House GOP leaders are trying to quell and immigration revolt among their members. We discuss all of this, the idea of negative capability, and listener feedback on language as privilege. Recommended Resources:  Mysterious Neurological Conditions in American Foreign Service Workers  G7 Chair Notes  Has the Western World Started Shunning America?  House Immigration Meeting  Revolts from the GOP Wings Farai Chideya Twitter Thread Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations - Jack Kornfield: Buddhism 101Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, The Brave Podcast. To support Pantsuit Politics and receive bonus content, please visit Patreon.com.  Hosted o

We've discovered that it's hard to talk about what you think is important without talking about what everyone is talking about, so we set a timer to tick through the public frenzy stories of the week: the pardon memo, Roseanne and Samantha Bee, and the Bill Clinton interview. Then, we get down to business, talking about contemplated cuts to U.S. Special Forces in Africa and the Niger report, the impact of trade tariffs on America's alliances in the world, and news that Facebook had partnerships with 60 device makers involve data-sharing. Sarah shares a quick update on the Supreme Court's decision in the Masterpiece Cakeshop case. To celebrate Pride Month, we're highlighting the accomplishments of LGBTQ leaders every Tuesday. Today, we feature Annise Parker, former mayor of Houston and President and CEO of the Victory Fund. For our main segment, we discuss Matthew Stewart's "The Birth of the New American Aristocracy," income equality, insecurity, and living in relationship with each other. 

We talk about the social media outrage machine in the wake of stories that families are being separated at the border, ICE has abused its power, and the Office of Refugee Resettlement has been unable to verify the status of children placed with sponsor families. In the #wherearethechildren outrage, we are missing key policy and enforcement issues that could help improve outcomes for immigrant families and Americans in the long run. We also discuss the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the historic failure of our government to mitigate the storm's impact. Finally, we talk about proposed changes to the Volcker Rule, a financial regulation that was implemented as part of the Dodd-Frank efforts to prevent another economic collapse because of speculative investments by banks. Recommended Resources Why Families Are Being Separated at the Border Fact-Checking Major Immigration Stories  Why Immigration from Central America is Increasing  The Importance of American Tr

We took a trip back to Transylvania University, our alma mater, for a live podcast recording. We discussed all sorts of women in political leadership, including some of our favorite fictional portrayals, with Dr. Emily Goodman, Assistant Professor of Art History. Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life, Tripping.com, and TomBoy X.To support the show and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page and become a patron.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From North Korea to primary elections to Steve Almond, our inboxes have been full this week. We talk about this week's news as well as share some of the great listener feedback we've gotten recently. Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life and Grove Collaborative.Recommended Resources:  The Myth of Conservative Feminism Boston and the Holland City CouncilAs our May membership drive comes to a close, don't miss your chance to get some Pantsuit Politics swag. Become a supporter of the show at our Patreon page, where you can get bonus content and join the behind-the-scenes conversation about the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another school shooting. Another twitter rant. We talk current events and also have a conversation with author Steve Almond about his new book, Bad Stories, a literary investigation of what is happening in America.Thanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium, Third Love, and TomBoy X.Recommended Resources: Santa Fe Shooting Steve Mnuchin and Trade with China Trump and Trade with ChinaThe Mueller Investigation: Trump Demands Inquiry Trump Jr.'s Campaign Meeting Donald Trump Has All the PowerTo support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Pantsuit Politics Patreon page and become one of our treasured patrons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports confirm Russia interfered in our election and that the President lied to the American people. Plus, North Korea throws cold water on the upcoming summit and the President of the United States described our fellow human beings as animals.Thanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium and Brandless.Recommended Resources: Missing Files and Michael Cohen Trump vs. the Deep State Richard Burr and the Senate Intelligence CommitteeWe rely on our amazing patrons to help us support and grow the show. To become a patron means bonus content, behind-the-scenes access, and Pantsuit Politics swag. Become a patron today at our Pantsuit Politics Patreon page!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States has opened its embassy in Jerusalem, and national issues keep surfacing in local races. We also discuss race, education, and policy with Dr. Wendy Osefo.Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life, Just Fab, and TomBoy X. Israel: The Jerusalem Embassy Prime Minister Netanyahu and CorruptionOther Resources:Compliment the Other Side: Dianne FeinsteinWendy OsefoThe 1954 Equity ProjectStay tuned to the end of today's episode to hear a sneak preview of The Nightly Nuance. If you like what you hear, visit our Patreon page and become a sponsor. If you join our support team during our May membership drive, you'll receive some exciting Pantsuit Politics swag! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Iran Nuclear deal, North Korean detainees, and Russian oligarchs. We discuss lots of foreign policy, lots of lawyers, and lots of books. Thanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium and Brandless.Recommended Resources: Trump's Shadowy Money Trail Michael Cohen's Shell CompanyIsrael and Iran's Proxy War in SyriaTo hear Beth's full conversation with Jennifer Pett about James Comey's book, A Higher Loyalty, or access the any of our other exciting bonus content, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page and become a supporter.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2, Beth discusses the creation and activities of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, concerns about Iran's nuclear program during the Bush years, and the negotiation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.  Recommended Resources:  Sunni and Shi'a Terrorism:Differences that Matter JCPOA Fact Sheet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To understand the Trump Administration's decision to exit the "Iran deal," a little history lesson in order. Beth discusses Iran's history through the Reagan years in Part 1. In Part 2, she talks about growing concerns over Iran's nuclear program during the Bush years through President Trump's decision to exit the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Agreement.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We often ask ourselves "what kind of country do we want to live in?" Today, we ask that question in several contexts: national leadership, foreign policy, and the dairy industry. Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life, Casper, and Tripping.com. Recommended Resources: North Korea and President Trump Tunisian ElectionCompliment the Other Side: Senator Tokuda The Dairy Industry: Pricing Concepts for Dairy FarmersYou can find Carilynn Coombs online as The Modern Milkmaid at her blog, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. To become a supporter of the show, access bonus content, and get some of our upcoming Pantsuit Politics swag, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.