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We often ask ourselves "what kind of country do we want to live in?" Today, we ask that question in several contexts: national leadership, foreign policy, and the dairy industry. Thanks to our sponsors: Smart for Life, Casper, and Tripping.com. Recommended Resources: North Korea and President Trump Tunisian ElectionCompliment the Other Side: Senator Tokuda The Dairy Industry: Pricing Concepts for Dairy FarmersYou can find Carilynn Coombs online as The Modern Milkmaid at her blog, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. To become a supporter of the show, access bonus content, and get some of our upcoming Pantsuit Politics swag, visit our Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've been thinking about the President, and we've got some things to say. So do women across the country. Spaceship Media's bipartisan Facebook project, The Many, is allowing them to do that. We also discuss what nuance means to us and a few of the headlines of the week.Thanks to our sponsors: Audible and Brandless.Recommended Resources:Beth's Original Blog on Nuance Marianne Williamson on Oprah's SuperSoul ConversationsJoin The ManyListeners like you make Pantsuit Politics possible. We're launching new bonus content for our patrons, including The Nightly Nuance, ten minute evening episodes reflecting on the news of the day. To get access to The Nightly Nuance and more bonus content, visit our Patreon page and become a supporter of the show.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Hatmaker is an evangelical leader who has made headlines for going public with her politics. We talk with her about how her Christian faith informs her political beliefs and about the modern marriage of evangelicalism and conservatism. We also discuss this week's news, including Michelle Wolf's performance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Plus, we chat about Avengers: Infinity War and its potential political symbolism. Thanks to our sponsors: SmartNews, Lola Tampons, and Away Travel.The WHCA Dinner:  Watch Michelle Wolf's Full Performance WHCA President Condemns Wolf's RemarksRecommended Resources: Charlie Rose's Comeback The Justice Department and Press FreedomCompliment the Other Side:Beth: Ben CardinSarah: Trey GowdyJen Hatmaker: You can find Jen at her website, on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or on her podcast, For the Love. Jen's Facebook Post Affirming LGBT Christians Jen's Blog Post: My Saddest Good Friday The Politics of Jen HatmakerTo support the show and get access to bonus content, please visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Virginia House of Delegates seated a record number of women in January, and those women aren't messing around. We attended The Blue Victory Dinner in Arlington, Virginia and spoke to some of them about their successful campaigns and the importance of women in political leadership. Thanks to our sponsors: SmartNews and Brandless.The Delegates:Jennifer Carroll Foy, 2nd district: A public defender, Jennifer is a graduate of the third class of female cadets to ever attend the Virginia Military Institute. She has a masters from VSU, a JD from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law, and twin boys, to whom she gave birth while on the campaign trail.Wendy Gooditis, 10th district: An educator and local business operator, Wendy co-founded the Clarke County chapter of Indivisible following the November 2016 election. Her successful 2017 run was her first electoral campaign, which focused on education, jobs, health and the environment.Danica Roem, 13th District: An award-winning journalist and Manassas native, Danica is the first transgender politician to be elected to Virginia's General Assembly. She out-raised her Republican opponent--a 25-year incumbent --by 5 to 1 with a campaign focused on economic and transportation issues.Elizabeth Guzman, 31st district: A Peruvian-American public administrator and social worker, Elizabeth came to the United States as a single mom looking for a better future for her eldest child. She delivered the Spanish response to the 2018 State of the Union address at the invitation of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.Kathy Tran, 42nd district: Kathy is the first Vietnamese-American to be elected to the General Assembly and a former federal government employee. She came to the United States as a refugee and has spent her career advocating for workers, working families, and immigrants.Hala Ayala, 51st district: A public servant and cyber security expert, Hala is one of the first Latinas to be elected to the General Assembly. A former vice president of the National Organization of Women (Virginia chapter), Hala has also served on former Governor McAuliffe's Council of Women and is an advocate for women and families.Karrie Delaney, 67th district: A long-time local civic leader, counselor for sexual assault survivors, and advocate against human trafficking, Karrie beat a four-term Republican incumbent with a campaign focused on economic growth & innovation, education and health care.Be sure to visit our website for photos from the event and our Patreon page to support the show and access bonus content.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Democratic National Committee has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Campaign, and speculation about Michael Cohen is reaching a fever pitch. We also discuss the Waffle House shooting and share our interview with the gracious Mark McKinnon of Showtime's The Circus. Thanks to our sponsors: SmartNews, ThirdLove, and TomBoyX. Recommended Resources: Waffle House Shooting Michael Cohen's Flips?Unpacking the DNC LawsuitCompliment the Other Side: Pompeo NominationTo support the show and get access to bonus content, visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barbara Bush passed away this week and Trump administration officials are making headlines. We discuss this week's news and the importance of student civic engagement in a live recording from Walsingham Academy in Williamsburg, Virginia. Thanks to today's sponsors: SmartNews and Martha Stewart Wine Company.Thanks also to Walsingham Academy who graciously hosted us in their classes and for the recording of this podcast. Walsingham Academy is the only Coed Pre-K through 12th grade Mercy School in the nation for students and families who seek a holistic approach to learning, grounded in the Mercy Core Values. If you want to learn more about Walsingham Academy you can visit Walsingham.org. An enhanced education and community engagement is only possible through the generosity of our donors. Please consider making your gift today at Walsingham.org or contact the Office of Advancement.Recommended Resources:  Barbara Bush Mike Pompeo and the Trade Dispute Nikki Haley's Rebuke of the White House Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weekend brought a military strike in Syria, breaking news about Michael Cohen, and a bombshell interview with James Comey. We also talk with David Singleton, the Executive Director of the Ohio Justice and Policy Center after its work on criminal justice reform in Ohio.Thanks to our sponsors: Acer, TomboyX, Forto Coffee, and SmartNews.Syria: Debates Ensure After Missiles Hit Obama's Red Line Led HereWhat Was Hit in Syria?Michael Cohen: Michael Cohen and the End Stage of the Trump Presidency Mueller Confirms Part of Dossier Cohen's Lawyers Set Court Appearance Government Opposes Cohen's Restraining Order MotionCompliment the Other Side:Sarah - Thom TillisBeth - Tim KaineOhio Justice and Policy Center  Tyra Patterson's CaseOutside of Politics: Beth's Leadership ClassBeth's Group CoachingThe Story Behind Molly's Game  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A description of this week's headlines would sound a little like "We Didn't Start the Fire" lyrics. We tackle some of the many news stories of the week including the FBI raid of Michael Cohen's office, Mark Zuckerberg's testimony before Congress, and Paul Ryan's resignation announcement. Plus, we share the second half of Beth's conversation about military policy with Air Force Major Jason Baker. Thanks to our sponsors: Acer and Tripping.com.Recommended Resources:  Donald Trump Relied on Michael CohenMark Zuckerberg Hearing HighlightsGood Riddance, Paul Ryan How Donald Trump Upended Paul Ryan's Plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Saturday, an apparent chemical weapons attack killed 25 people and injured more than 500 in Syria. Major Jason Baker adds his experienced voice to the conversation. Plus, Beth shares an update on the Mueller investigation. Thanks to the sponsors of this episode: Acer and Forto Coffee. Veterans Affairs and Ronny JacksonMueller Investigation: Government's Response in Opposition to Motion to Dismiss Paul Manafort's Lawsuit Manafort's Motion to Suppress Evidence Manafort's Trial Alex van der Zwaan's Sentence Van der Zwann's Sentencing It's Mueller Time Mueller Rattles the Oligarchs Trump Named as Subject of InvestigationCompliment the Other Side:Sarah - Trey Gowdy InterviewBeth - Connecticut Democrats and Elizabeth Etsy's Resignation Etsy ResignsJason Baker Interview: Syria, Chemical Weapons, and Trump McCain, Trump, and Syria Recruitment of Violent ExtremistsTo access bonus content, including more of Beth's deep dives into the Mueller investigation, become a Pantsuit Politics supporter on our Patreon page.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s beginning to look a lot like trade wars? We continue our discussion of ongoing trade issues with China as well as some of the negative patterns within the current administration. Thanks to today's sponsor, Acer. China Strikes BackFor bonus content and to support the show, please visit the Pantsuit Politics Patreon page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.