Stand Up! with Pete Dominick 1517 JL Cauvin Returns, MLK Day & Today's Clips
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Jan 19, 2026 JL Cauvin, a comedian and former lawyer, shares his unique insights on politics and comedy. He discusses his recent campaign efforts in New Jersey and emphasizes the importance of engaging voters with bold candidates. JL also reflects on his emotional dog adoption journey and critiques Trump’s foreign policy ambitions, comparing them to harmful historical practices. He advocates for progressive strategies, including the reimagining of ICE and calls for local action to counter authoritarianism.
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Moderation Can Stall Justice
- Martin Luther King Jr.'s critique of the white moderate warns that order can be prioritized over justice.
- Pete Dominick cites King's letter as a guiding lens for activist urgency on MLK Day.
Early 2026: Rapid Escalation Of Actions
- ABC's Jonathan Karl summarized a dizzying week of aggressive foreign and domestic moves by President Trump.
- Pete uses this to frame concern about executive overreach and chaotic governance.
Annexation Would Hollow NATO
- Tim Snyder argues that annexing Greenland would damage NATO and provide no security gain.
- He warns claiming we must 'take' Greenland undermines alliances that already secure the island.
