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We've been thinking about the President, and we've got some things to say. So do women across the country. Spaceship Media's bipartisan Facebook project, The Many, is allowing them to do that. We also discuss what nuance means to us and a few of the headlines of the week.Thanks to our sponsors: Audible and Brandless.Recommended Resources:Beth's Original Blog on Nuance Marianne Williamson on Oprah's SuperSoul ConversationsJoin The ManyListeners like you make Pantsuit Politics possible. We're launching new bonus content for our patrons, including The Nightly Nuance, ten minute evening episodes reflecting on the news of the day. To get access to The Nightly Nuance and more bonus content, visit our Patreon page and become a supporter of the show.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Hatmaker is an evangelical leader who has made headlines for going public with her politics. We talk with her about how her Christian faith informs her political beliefs and about the modern marriage of evangelicalism and conservatism. We also discuss this week's news, including Michelle Wolf's performance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Plus, we chat about Avengers: Infinity War and its potential political symbolism. Thanks to our sponsors: SmartNews, Lola Tampons, and Away Travel.The WHCA Dinner:  Watch Michelle Wolf's Full Performance WHCA President Condemns Wolf's RemarksRecommended Resources: Charlie Rose's Comeback The Justice Department and Press FreedomCompliment the Other Side:Beth: Ben CardinSarah: Trey GowdyJen Hatmaker: You can find Jen at her website, on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or on her podcast, For the Love. Jen's Facebook Post Affirming LGBT Christians Jen's Blog Post: My Saddest Good Friday The Politics of Jen HatmakerTo support the show and get

The Virginia House of Delegates seated a record number of women in January, and those women aren't messing around. We attended The Blue Victory Dinner in Arlington, Virginia and spoke to some of them about their successful campaigns and the importance of women in political leadership. Thanks to our sponsors: SmartNews and Brandless.The Delegates:Jennifer Carroll Foy, 2nd district: A public defender, Jennifer is a graduate of the third class of female cadets to ever attend the Virginia Military Institute. She has a masters from VSU, a JD from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law, and twin boys, to whom she gave birth while on the campaign trail.Wendy Gooditis, 10th district: An educator and local business operator, Wendy co-founded the Clarke County chapter of Indivisible following the November 2016 election. Her successful 2017 run was her first electoral campaign, which focused on education, jobs, health and the environment.Danica Roem, 13th District: An award-winning journalist and Ma

The Democratic National Committee has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Campaign, and speculation about Michael Cohen is reaching a fever pitch. We also discuss the Waffle House shooting and share our interview with the gracious Mark McKinnon of Showtime's The Circus. Thanks to our sponsors: SmartNews, ThirdLove, and TomBoyX. Recommended Resources: Waffle House Shooting Michael Cohen's Flips?Unpacking the DNC LawsuitCompliment the Other Side: Pompeo NominationTo 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.

Barbara Bush passed away this week and Trump administration officials are making headlines. We discuss this week's news and the importance of student civic engagement in a live recording from Walsingham Academy in Williamsburg, Virginia. Thanks to today's sponsors: SmartNews and Martha Stewart Wine Company.Thanks also to Walsingham Academy who graciously hosted us in their classes and for the recording of this podcast. Walsingham Academy is the only Coed Pre-K through 12th grade Mercy School in the nation for students and families who seek a holistic approach to learning, grounded in the Mercy Core Values. If you want to learn more about Walsingham Academy you can visit Walsingham.org. An enhanced education and community engagement is only possible through the generosity of our donors. Please consider making your gift today at Walsingham.org or contact the Office of Advancement.Recommended Resources:  Barbara Bush Mike Pompeo and the Trade Dispute Nikki Haley's Rebuke of the

The weekend brought a military strike in Syria, breaking news about Michael Cohen, and a bombshell interview with James Comey. We also talk with David Singleton, the Executive Director of the Ohio Justice and Policy Center after its work on criminal justice reform in Ohio.Thanks to our sponsors: Acer, TomboyX, Forto Coffee, and SmartNews.Syria: Debates Ensure After Missiles Hit Obama's Red Line Led HereWhat Was Hit in Syria?Michael Cohen: Michael Cohen and the End Stage of the Trump Presidency Mueller Confirms Part of Dossier Cohen's Lawyers Set Court Appearance Government Opposes Cohen's Restraining Order MotionCompliment the Other Side:Sarah - Thom TillisBeth - Tim KaineOhio Justice and Policy Center  Tyra Patterson's CaseOutside of Politics: Beth's Leadership ClassBeth's Group CoachingThe Story Behind Molly's Game  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A description of this week's headlines would sound a little like "We Didn't Start the Fire" lyrics. We tackle some of the many news stories of the week including the FBI raid of Michael Cohen's office, Mark Zuckerberg's testimony before Congress, and Paul Ryan's resignation announcement. Plus, we share the second half of Beth's conversation about military policy with Air Force Major Jason Baker. Thanks to our sponsors: Acer and Tripping.com.Recommended Resources:  Donald Trump Relied on Michael CohenMark Zuckerberg Hearing HighlightsGood Riddance, Paul Ryan How Donald Trump Upended Paul Ryan's Plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Saturday, an apparent chemical weapons attack killed 25 people and injured more than 500 in Syria. Major Jason Baker adds his experienced voice to the conversation. Plus, Beth shares an update on the Mueller investigation. Thanks to the sponsors of this episode: Acer and Forto Coffee. Veterans Affairs and Ronny JacksonMueller Investigation: Government's Response in Opposition to Motion to Dismiss Paul Manafort's Lawsuit Manafort's Motion to Suppress Evidence Manafort's Trial Alex van der Zwaan's Sentence Van der Zwann's Sentencing It's Mueller Time Mueller Rattles the Oligarchs Trump Named as Subject of InvestigationCompliment the Other Side:Sarah - Trey Gowdy InterviewBeth - Connecticut Democrats and Elizabeth Etsy's Resignation Etsy ResignsJason Baker Interview: Syria, Chemical Weapons, and Trump McCain, Trump, and Syria Recruitment of Violent ExtremistsTo access bonus content, including more of Beth's deep dives into the Mueller investigation, become a Pantsuit Politics supporter on our Patreon p

It’s beginning to look a lot like trade wars? We continue our discussion of ongoing trade issues with China as well as some of the negative patterns within the current administration. Thanks to today's sponsor, Acer. China Strikes BackFor bonus content and to support the show, please visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March for Our Lives and the Parkland survivors continue to dominate public debate. We also cover the Kentucky pension crisis, our trade tiff with China, and the responsibilities that come with a public platform.Thanks to our sponsors: Breach and Forto Coffee.Kentucky Pension:  Teachers Rally in Frankfort Kentucky Schools ShutChina and TradeChina Tariffs on U.S. Products Tariffs and Intellectual Property Trump Country and China TariffsAlton Sterling & Stephon Clark The Stephon Clark Tragedy Sacramento Police Cruiser Hits Woman Alton Sterling Police Videos (content warning)Compliment the Other Side:Sarah - Chris Christie and Scott PruittBeth - Mark Warner and the Russia InvestigationMarch for Our Lives: Gun Control and ChildrenDr. Dana FisherAmerican ResistanceOutside of PoliticsSarah - Wild Wild Country To become a monthly sponsor of the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. We are so grateful to each of you who help make the show possible! Hos

John Bolton is the new National Security Advisor, and the census is bizarrely in the headlines. Plus, we share some of the live recording from our day at Ripon College in Wisconsin.  Thanks to our sponsors: Acer and EverlyWellRipon College Keynote Address To support the show and get access to bonus content including our newest bonus episode about Waco and Roseanne, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should we all just delete Facebook? We talk about the political ramifications of social media along with a host of current events.Thanks to our sponsors: Acer, goodcleangrapes.com, and Third Love.Stormy Daniels: The 60 Minutes Interview Stormy Daniels, Donald Trump, and Harvey Weinstein What We Learned From Stormy Daniels#MarchforOurLives: The Story Behind Naomi Wadler's SpeechHow the Parkland Students Planned the March in 5 WeeksThe Omnibus Budget: What's Included in the Omnibus Trump Signs the Bill What's in the Bill Nobody's ReadWomen's History Month Moment: Barbara Jordan ObituaryFacebook & Cambridge Analytica:  Election Consultants, Bribes, and Sex Workers The Only Privacy Policy That Matters Silicon Valley Has Failed to Protect Our Data It's Time to Regulate the Internet Our Lives Inside the Surveillance Machine A Hurricane Flattens Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the latest news and listener feedback and Beth talks to Emily Ellsworth about her recently announced campaign for Utah Senate District 15. Thanks to our sponsors: Acer and ModCloth.Visit Emily for Utah to learn more about her campaign.To support the podcast 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.

Anna Palmer of Politico’s playbook helps us process the state of DC going into another spending fight. We also discuss how identifying ourselves in groups keeps us from seeing the humanity of others. Thanks to our sponsors: goodcleangrapes.com and EverlyWell.Women's History Month Moment: The Brutal History of Japan's "Comfort Women" South Korea, Comfort Women, and Trump Lee Yong-soo's MissionRecommended Resources:Politico Playbook Andrew McCabe's FiringBrené Brown on Pod Save the PeopleTo hear the rest of today's Women History Month Moment and more of Beth's deep dive into the Mueller investigation, check out our Patreon page. For as little as $1/month, you can get more nuance and help support the work of Pantsuit Politics.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody has thoughts about our discussion on abortion. We cover some of that feedback as well as some of the notable news of the week. Thank you to our sponsors: goodcleangrapes.com and Tamara Mellon.Recommended Resources: Pennsylvania Special Election Rex Tillerson, Trump, and Congress School Walkouts and Student Activism Syrian War and RefugeesIran and the BBC Theresa May and Russia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has agreed to meet with Kim Jong-un, but is less open to talking to Bob Mueller.Thanks to our sponsors for today's episode: Zola and Tamara Mellon.North Korea:  A Trump-Kim Summit Trump Gambles on North Korea Kim Jong-un and LoyaltyThe Education of Kim Jong-unThe Mueller Investigation: Trump Lawyers Seek Deal Media Leaks Shape Russia Narrative Sam Nunberg Testifies Before Grand JuryFeminism and the Pro-Life Movement:Why I'm a Pro-Life FeministThe Catholic Feminist podcastOther Recommended Resources:  Cohen Used Trump Org. Email for Stormy Daniels Payoff Oprah, Weight Watchers, and TeenagersVisit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page to support the show and get access to bonus content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Watts started Moms Demand Action as a Facebook page at her kitchen table. Five years later, it is the driving force in the gun violence prevention movement. Thanks to our sponsors: goodcleangrapes.com and Martha Stewart Wine Co.Visit the Moms Demand Action website to learn about, support, or get involved with their work for gun sense in America.Visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page to support the show and get access to bonus content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President’s announcement on steel tariffs renews the conversation about America’s place in the world. Thanks to our sponsors, Casper Mattresses and Away.Recommended Resources: Donald Trump's Public and Private PresidencyFabric GuruWomen's History Month Spotlight: Jeanette RankinCongresswoman Rankin Biography Has Anything Changed for Female Politicians? The Congresswoman Who Paved the Way for Hillary ClintonSupport Pantsuit Politics, get access to all the bonus content mentioned in today's episode, and join the conversation by becoming a patron of the show at Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hope Hicks is out, Jared Kushner is downgraded, and Trump changes his tune on guns. We talk about an active week in Washington and take listener questions on Eric Greitens and Tom Nichols' thread on conservatism. Thanks to our sponsors for this episode, Scout & Cellar and LOLA.  Recommended Resources:  Hope Hicks as the Most Powerful Person in Washington  Hope Hicks's Testimony to the House Intelligence Committee Hope Hicks's Departure from the White House Jared Kushner's Security Clearance Downgrade History of Conflicts Between Trump and Sessions  Full Video of Trump's Gun Violence Meeting  Reporting from St. Louis on the Eric Greitens IndictmentTom Nichols's Thread on Conservativism  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Critical discussions in this country continue to develop about election interference, #metoo, and gun violence. Thanks to our sponsors for today's podcast: ThirdLove and Martha Stewart Wine Company. Beth summarizes her thoughts on the Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee response to the Republican memo on the Russian investigation as well as her new found commitment to primary sources. She also shared her thoughts on the recent indictments and movement of Robert Mueller and his team. We also talk about Mona Charen's #metoo moment at CPAC.Beth compliments the Democratic governors. Sarah compliments Florida Governor Rick Scott.In our main segment, we discuss the great feedback we've got from our community on the ongoing gun debate.We end with what's on our minds outside politics. Beth is thinking about her crafting and we talk about the essential nature of idle time.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio