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Tuberville has refused to budge on his blockade-- can the process be reformed?

Tommy Tuberville is currently responsible for blocking over 350 appointments in the Department of Defense. This, at a time, when the U.S. military has engagements worldwide. How can one senator hold that much power and how did such a senate rule come to be in the first place? Support for reform is finally gaining momentum.

What Fueled the Maine Shooter's Murderous Rampage?

Another mass shooting in America and, amid the “thoughts and prayers,” will anyone call out the deadly cocktail of easily-acquired killing machines and vitriolic, right-wing hate speak? Not the GOP, who remain beholden to their NRA bankroller$. The latest insanity? “Pay teachers to carry!”

Will This Latest Betrayal Spell Doom for Trump?

The closest ear to Trump’s mouth during the waning days of his presidency belonged to his Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. Meadows just became the latest former Trump crony to strike a deal with prosecutor Jack Smith. Will his testimony close the book on America’s Trumpian nightmare?

Danger Zone: Earth’s New Climate Tipping Point

The Earth finds itself in uncharted climate waters and there are differing theories as to what it might mean for the future of the planet. The change, which occurred sometime during the past year, has left scientists baffled and life on Earth in peril.

Meet the GOP’s New Speaker of the House… MAGA on steroids?

Breaking News: three weeks without a Speaker of the House and this is the guy they pick? The “Trump endorsed” Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) was confirmed today…a choice that has the enemies of progress rejoicing. What will this mean for America in the months to come?

The "Disorder" That Changed the World

Society often categorizes ADHD as a “disorder,” implying ‘broken people who need to be fixed.’ Instead, we should ask: “How can we acknowledge and honor the individuality of each of our children, and provide settings in which each can develop into a happy, effective, and caring adult?” Thom Hartmann explains as part of his ‘Hunter in a Farmer’s World’ series.

'Killers of the Flower Moon' - the Bigger Picture w/ Greg Palast

'Killers of the Flower Moon,' the new film directed by Martin Scorcese starring Leonardo DiCaprio, is a current hit in theaters and rightly so. Truth is stranger & more frightening than fiction, especially when the story involves greedy oil barons and racist colonizers. It’s a TRUE story that deserves even more exposure. Greg Palast tells us about his new documentary & companion piece, 'Long Knife: Osage Oil & the New Trail of Tears.'

WTF… Will the GOP Cause WWIII? Not All of the Drumbeats Are Coming From Outside the Building

Republican-aligned rightwing billionaires are gleeful at the prospect of further government dysfunction gutting social programs. Meanwhile Putin, Xi & the leaders of Hamas are reveling in the chaos. It’s a dangerous equation with potentially deadly results, and one we should be talking about.

What Are 'Catfood Commissions' and Why Does the GOP Love Them? w/ Alex Lawson

Alex Lawson tells us about his encounter with one of the biggest proponents of Social Security death panels…Republican Budget Chair Jodey Arrington. Wait 'til you hear his response and what it might mean for the future of our social safety net. Talk about anti-social behavior…!

Why This Historical Trend Has Economists Spooked

We all know the saying that those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it, right? The current path of inflation suggests we may not have a choice, and its trajectory brings to mind the economic horrors of the late 1970s and early 80s.

The Supreme Court’s Emboldening of the Right w/ Michelangelo Signorile

The Supreme Court threatens to make same-sex marriage into second-class marriage. A new case brought by a Texas Justice of the Peace brings to mind Kentucky’s Kim Davis. Some think the case could go as far as the highest court in the land. Will SCOTUS use it as an excuse to launch another attack on gay rights?

The Great Demise of American Democracy?

Democracies depend on specific cornerstones to function properly. Without them, they rapidly decline… first into oligarchy and then into fascism. Voters who believe in all the freedoms democracy has to offer must step up now and let their representatives know we will not go out with a whimper…

Are You Blind to Time Itself?

Have a bad habit of procrastinating? It may be directly related to how you process the concepts of past, present and future. Thom Hartmann explains as part of his ‘Hunter in a Farmer’s World’ series.

A Total Assault on Reproductive Health is Coming From… Guess Who?

Are Republicans warming up the jail cells for American women who dare to continue using birth control after the GOP bans take effect? It can’t happen here, right?! Or, can it?

Can a Sex Change Save Your Cat's Life? w/Dr. Marty Goldstein

Ok, so it’s not an actual sex change but can it save at least one of your cat’s nine lives? Dr. Marty Goldstein, renowned Integrative Veterinarian & author shares a surprising fix for one caller’s cat health issue. Hmmm, if it’s good for the cat…?!

ADHD: Hunter in a Farmer's World

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