Sen. Al Franken, Rep. Maxwell Frost & Dahlia Lithwick
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast04/10/23 • 62 min
Senator Al Franken tries to make sense of why Clarence Thomas keeps getting away with questionable ethics in an extremely important job position. Slate's Dahlia Lithwick details the unprecedented ruling out of Texas that seeks to stop abortion pills from being sold nationwide. Congressman Maxwell Frost discusses the movement to curtail gun violence and what he's seeing at the protests in Tennessee.
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04/10/23 • 62 min
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Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast - Sen. Al Franken, Rep. Maxwell Frost & Dahlia Lithwick
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Hi, I'm Molly John Fast and this is Fast Politics, where we discuss the top political headlines with some of today's best minds and Republican megadon Or Harlan Crowe has an extensive collection of Nazi memorabilia. We have such a fun show today. Slates Dalia Lithwick will walk us through the unprecedented ruling out of Texas that seeks to stop abortion pills from being sold nationwide. Then Congressman Maxwell Frost talks to us about the movemen
Sen. Al Franken, Rep. Maxwell Frost & Dahlia Lithwick Top Questions Answered
What are the potential consequences of making abortion illegal?
Making abortion illegal could lead to increased unsafe abortions, maternal deaths, and infringements on women's reproductive rights.
How do Republicans suppress democracy?
Republicans have been accused of implementing voter suppression tactics such as voter ID laws, gerrymandering, and purging voter rolls to disproportionately target minority and low-income voters.
What challenges do Democrats face in appealing to certain voter groups?
Democrats face challenges in appealing to certain voter groups, such as rural and working-class voters, who may have different priorities and cultural values.
What are the concerns about the debt ceiling negotiations?
The concerns about the debt ceiling negotiations include potential impacts on social programs, the economy, and the ability of the government to meet its financial obligations.
What is the constitutional crisis regarding conflicting court orders on the drug methopristone?
A constitutional crisis arises when different court orders conflict on the legality of the drug methopristone, leading to uncertainty and confusion around its availability.
What are the concerns regarding Clarence Thomas and ethics rules for justices?
Concerns have been raised about Clarence Thomas and his lavish vacations, which draw attention to potential ethical issues surrounding justices and their financial connections.
Who is Or Harlan Crowe and what is the controversy surrounding his collection of Nazi memorabilia?
Or Harlan Crowe is a Republican megadonor who owns an extensive collection of Nazi memorabilia, raising questions about his motivations and beliefs.
What were the successes of progressive candidates in Chicago's local elections?
Progressive candidates in Chicago's local elections celebrated successes in engaging diverse individuals and building a vision for the city, driven by issues like labor unions and social justice.
What approach is advocated for addressing gun violence prevention?
The speaker advocates for a smart approach to gun violence prevention that goes beyond just being tough on crime, focusing on measures such as implementing comprehensive background checks and addressing root causes.
How does Generation Z's upbringing influence their political ideologies?
Generation Z's immersion in technology from birth and exposure to events like Parkland, George Floyd, and Breonna Taylor have shaped their ideologies, leading to more progressive views and a demand for change.
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