Pantsuit Politics

We've discovered that it's hard to talk about what you think is important without talking about what everyone is talking about, so we set a timer to tick through the public frenzy stories of the week: the pardon memo, Roseanne and Samantha Bee, and the Bill Clinton interview. Then, we get down to business, talking about contemplated cuts to U.S. Special Forces in Africa and the Niger report, the impact of trade tariffs on America's alliances in the world, and news that Facebook had partnerships with 60 device makers involve data-sharing. Sarah shares a quick update on the Supreme Court's decision in the Masterpiece Cakeshop case. To celebrate Pride Month, we're highlighting the accomplishments of LGBTQ leaders every Tuesday. Today, we feature Annise Parker, former mayor of Houston and President and CEO of the Victory Fund. For our main segment, we discuss Matthew Stewart's "The Birth of the New American Aristocracy," income equality, insecurity, and living in relationship with each other. Outside of politics, Beth is thinking about music and Sarah about summer family fun. Recommended Resources:  Contemplated Special Forces Cuts in Africa Lessons from the Niger Report  Justin Trudeau Interview  Macron and Trump Call  Facebook and Data SharingThe Victory Fund  Annise Parker on Family  Annise Parker Family (video)  The Birth of the New American Aristocracy Richard Rohr on The Third Way  A Book That Takes Its Time Thanks to our sponsors, Stitcher Premium, Grove.co, and ModCloth. To support Pantsuit Politics, please visit Patreon.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk about the social media outrage machine in the wake of stories that families are being separated at the border, ICE has abused its power, and the Office of Refugee Resettlement has been unable to verify the status of children placed with sponsor families. In the #wherearethechildren outrage, we are missing key policy and enforcement issues that could help improve outcomes for immigrant families and Americans in the long run. We also discuss the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the historic failure of our government to mitigate the storm's impact. Finally, we talk about proposed changes to the Volcker Rule, a financial regulation that was implemented as part of the Dodd-Frank efforts to prevent another economic collapse because of speculative investments by banks. Recommended Resources Why Families Are Being Separated at the Border Fact-Checking Major Immigration Stories  Why Immigration from Central America is Increasing  The Importance of American Trade Policy to Immigration (from ForeignPolicy.com)  American Policies are Going in the Wrong Direction on Central America Together Rising How You Can Give Your Time and Care to Help Immigrant Children (our Twitter thread with link)The Actual Death Toll from Hurricane Maria  Hurricane Maria's Aftermath is a Devastating National Failure  The Volcker Rule Changes Aren't a Total Win for Wall Street  The Contemplated Volcker Rule Changes Thank you to our sponsors, Grove.co, The Brave Podcast, and Stitcher Premium. As our May membership drive comes to a close, don't miss your chance to get some Pantsuit Politics swag. Become a supporter of the show at our Patreon page, where you can get bonus content and join the behind-the-scenes conversation about the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We took a trip back to Transylvania University, our alma mater, for a live podcast recording. We discussed all sorts of women in political leadership, including some of our favorite fictional portrayals, with Dr. Emily Goodman, Assistant Professor of Art History. Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life, Tripping.com, and TomBoy X.To support the show and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page and become a patron.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From North Korea to primary elections to Steve Almond, our inboxes have been full this week. We talk about this week's news as well as share some of the great listener feedback we've gotten recently. Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life and Grove Collaborative.Recommended Resources:  The Myth of Conservative Feminism Boston and the Holland City CouncilAs our May membership drive comes to a close, don't miss your chance to get some Pantsuit Politics swag. Become a supporter of the show at our Patreon page, where you can get bonus content and join the behind-the-scenes conversation about the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another school shooting. Another twitter rant. We talk current events and also have a conversation with author Steve Almond about his new book, Bad Stories, a literary investigation of what is happening in America.Thanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium, Third Love, and TomBoy X.Recommended Resources: Santa Fe Shooting Steve Mnuchin and Trade with China Trump and Trade with ChinaThe Mueller Investigation: Trump Demands Inquiry Trump Jr.'s Campaign Meeting Donald Trump Has All the PowerTo support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Pantsuit Politics Patreon page and become one of our treasured patrons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports confirm Russia interfered in our election and that the President lied to the American people. Plus, North Korea throws cold water on the upcoming summit and the President of the United States described our fellow human beings as animals.Thanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium and Brandless.Recommended Resources: Missing Files and Michael Cohen Trump vs. the Deep State Richard Burr and the Senate Intelligence CommitteeWe rely on our amazing patrons to help us support and grow the show. To become a patron means bonus content, behind-the-scenes access, and Pantsuit Politics swag. Become a patron today at our Pantsuit Politics Patreon page!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States has opened its embassy in Jerusalem, and national issues keep surfacing in local races. We also discuss race, education, and policy with Dr. Wendy Osefo.Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life, Just Fab, and TomBoy X. Israel: The Jerusalem Embassy Prime Minister Netanyahu and CorruptionOther Resources:Compliment the Other Side: Dianne FeinsteinWendy OsefoThe 1954 Equity ProjectStay tuned to the end of today's episode to hear a sneak preview of The Nightly Nuance. If you like what you hear, visit our Patreon page and become a sponsor. If you join our support team during our May membership drive, you'll receive some exciting Pantsuit Politics swag! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Iran Nuclear deal, North Korean detainees, and Russian oligarchs. We discuss lots of foreign policy, lots of lawyers, and lots of books. Thanks to our sponsors: Stitcher Premium and Brandless.Recommended Resources: Trump's Shadowy Money Trail Michael Cohen's Shell CompanyIsrael and Iran's Proxy War in SyriaTo hear Beth's full conversation with Jennifer Pett about James Comey's book, A Higher Loyalty, or access the any of our other exciting bonus content, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page and become a supporter.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part 2, Beth discusses the creation and activities of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, concerns about Iran's nuclear program during the Bush years, and the negotiation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.  Recommended Resources:  Sunni and Shi'a Terrorism:Differences that Matter JCPOA Fact Sheet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To understand the Trump Administration's decision to exit the "Iran deal," a little history lesson in order. Beth discusses Iran's history through the Reagan years in Part 1. In Part 2, she talks about growing concerns over Iran's nuclear program during the Bush years through President Trump's decision to exit the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Agreement.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.