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#482 : Making real change.
America's Democrats
English - June 02, 2020 00:48 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB - ★★★ - 54 ratingsPolitics News News Commentary democratic gop gillibrand political progressives republicans campaign campaigns committee democrat Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Making real change. The dangers of politics as a spectator sport. The political potential of nonviolent activism. Plus Bill Press on the political rise of Nancy Pelosi.
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How to move beyond political hobbyism and make real change. Plus, what is nonviolent resistance and why does it work? And Bill Press with journalist Molly Ball on her new biography of Nancy Pelosi.
Eitan HershAuthor Eitan Hersh says millions of Americans see politics as a form of self-expression rather than as a mechanism for change. In his new book, he explains why this is bad for democracy and shows us a way toward more effective political participation.
Todd Hasak-LowyIn his new book for young readers, Todd Hasak-Lowy tells the stories of powerful leaders who used nonviolent resistance to bring lasting change. He says what they understood about politics and power is a necessary lesson for today’s world.
Molly BallHow Nancy Pelosi became the most powerful Democrat in the country. Bill Press with author Molly Ball. If you'd like to hear the entire interview, visit BillPressPods.com.
Jim HightowerWhat does “Small Government” buy us?