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Bigger Than Me is a rapid-response audio blog from the Bigger Than Me Democracy Project. Hosted by Bonnie Ross, this blog helps listeners make sense of the moments that don’t just make news — they challenge democratic norms. Each episode breaks down what happened, why it matters, and how it fits into the authoritarian playbook described in On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder. Here are the 20 lessons we return to again and again: 1. Do not obey in advance. Authoritarianism thrives when people preemp ...
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The Top 5 Misleading Statements Shaping the Immigration Debate
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📧 Email Template Subject: Uphold Truth and Justice in Immigration Policy Email Body: Dear [Representative/Senator], I am writing to urge you to bring honesty, clarity, and constitutional accountability back into the conversation around immigration. Today’s immigration system faces real challenges, but too often, the public narrative about it is dis…
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When the Courts Are Ignored: Deportations Without Due Process
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When Universities Become Targets: How the Big Ten Is Pushing Back
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Take Action If this concerns you, take action with those in this situation showing courage. Here's how you can make sure your elected officials and the public hear from you — and can't say they didn't know. 📧 Email Template Subject: Defend Academic Freedom—Stop Political Retaliation Against Universities Dear [Representative/Senator Last Name], I’m …
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When the Law Bends: Appeasement in the Legal World
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Take Action If this concerns you, take action with those in this situation showing courage. Here's how you can make sure your elected officials and the public hear from you — and can't say they didn't know. 📧 Email Template Subject: Our Legal Institutions Are Being Tested—Stand Up for the Rule of Law Dear [Representative/Senator Name], I’m writing …
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Deporting Citizens: The New Line This Administration Is Willing to Cross
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Take Action If this concerns you, take action with those in this situation showing courage. Here's how you can make sure your elected officials and the public hear from you — and can't say they didn't know. 📧 Email Template Subject: This Is a Constitutional Crisis—You Must Act Now I am writing to express my deep alarm at the administration’s propos…
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Take Action If this concerns you, take action with those in this situation showing courage. Here's how you can make sure your elected officials and the public hear from you — and can't say they didn't know. 📧 Email Template Subject: Protect the Integrity of Social Security Services Dear [Senator/Representative] [Last Name], I’m writing to express m…
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What Really Made the Government Back Down on Tariffs?
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The State Punishes Dissent: Trump’s Executive Order Escalation
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This episode looks ahead to the final two weeks of the presidential campaign including who seems to be ahead, the Musk effect, Arnold Palmer's legacy, and which olassic SNL characters would be fun to see in the context of this election. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.…
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This epiode looks at last week's vice presidential debate, how a second Donald Trump presidency would harm even his most loyal supporters, and Kevin's review of the new CNN comedy series, "Have I Got News for You." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.…
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Auras, Area Types, and Apple Sauce (Episode 393)
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This week, the gang discusses the state of the presidential race, the problem with 2024 polling samples, the new documentary War Game and the potential for another post-election insurrection, and the raging wars between Russian and Ukraine and Israel and Hezbollah. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfec…
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This week's episode looks at the start of the general election campaign. Topics include highlights from the Democratic convention, whether or not there will be any more presidential debates, the most important issues that aren't being addressed, the state of House and Senate races, and the hosts' most memorable presidential campaigns from years pas…
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This week, the MPU gang looks at the rollout of Kamala Harris's chosen running mate, Governor Tim Walz, and the state of the presidential race. Then the discussion turns to the Olympics for their take on the alleged transgender boxer controversy that wasn't. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union…
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Democratic Ticket, Take Two (Episode 390)
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This week, the gang is joined by progressive radio host Carl Wolfson as they discuss new Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, her potential running mate choices, and the best way for her party to take the general election campaign to the GOP. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.…
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Debate Nachos Gone Sour (Episode 389)
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This week's podcast looks at the fallout from the presidential debate and how Democrats should respond. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.By The More Perfect Union
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This week, the More Perfect Union gang looks ahead to the first presidential debate and the momentous Supreme Court decisions that have yet to be announced this term. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.By The More Perfect Union
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Rebekah, DJ and Kevin discuss their reactions to the Trump felony convictions, how they think the verdict will impact the rest of the presidential campaign, and take a look at Biden's new Gaza cease-fire proposal and the chances for a lasting peace in the Middle East. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-per…
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Trump Trial Mock Jury (Episode 386)
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In this episode, listeners serve as a mock jury to take us inside a simulated jury room where they deliberate the facts of the Trump vs. NY case as we listen in. See how a jury of regular voters would sift through the testimony and evidence to come to a verdict. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-u…
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This week, the gang looks at the criminal indictments gifted to Rudy Giuliani at his 80th birthday bash, how Samuel Alito let his "Stop the Steal" freak flag fly, the Michael Cohen phone call that could make or break the Trump trial, and NFL kicker Harrison Butker's commencement kerfuffle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co…
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This week, the gang looks at Michael Cohen's testimony in the Trump Trial and how Nikki Haley is till trolling Trump in the primaries. We also discuss a future episode that simulates the Trump jury deliberations and invite listeners to play on-air jurors. Write us at [email protected] to volunteer and join us on air! Become a supporter of this p…
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This week, the gang looks at Stormy Daniel's testimony and how down-ticket Democrats are far out-raising their GOP opponents in key battleground states. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.By The More Perfect Union
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This week, the More Perfect Union hosts look at Gov. Kristi Noam's comments about shooting her dog, the effect of anti-Israel protests on the upcoming election, RFK Jr's potential impact on the November election, and how public opinion is shaped and moved. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--…
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On this week's More Perfect Union podcast, the gang looks at the potential ban of TikTok, the state of high-speed rail, pro-Palestinian protests and rising antisemitism on college campuses, and which celebrities the hosts would cast as attorneys in the Trump Trial. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfec…
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This week the gang looks at the first two days of Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan, how Congress is spending it's work days, the hot war between Israel and Iran, and the new TV game show, "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.…
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This week, the MPU gang looks at Trump Bibles, the campaign cash race, NBC's Ronna McDaniel kerfuffle, the Gaza War, the Supreme Court hearing on mifepristone, and what Greg and DJ left out of last week's discussion about "Dune" remakes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.…
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This week, DJ, Greg and Kevin look at the ongoing tumult in the House of Representatives, the senate race in Greg's beloved state of Ohio, and Biden's untapped secret weapon. Finally, Greg and DJ give their reviews of two new movies "Roadhouse" and "Dune: Part Two." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfe…
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This week, the gang talks about Mike Pence's announcement that he won't be endorsing Trump, RFK Jr.'s bizzare vp choices, Bibi Netanyahu's bizzare interview on CNN, and GOP Governor Kristi Noem's comically bizzare infomercial for a Texas cosmetic dentist. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3…
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This week, the MPU gang does a post-mortem on President Biden's State of the Union, Katie Britt's GOP response, the latest in the presidential campaign and the Israel-Hamas War, and has some fun with the Oscars. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union--3292862/support.…
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This week, the MPU gang looks at Super Tuesday, Nikki Haley's path forward, what happens if Trump goes to trial during the general election campaign, the reliability of the casualty figures in the Israel-Hamas War, and the passing of comedian Richard Lewis. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-more-perfect-union-…
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