Washington Examiner magazine executive editor James Antle and MSNBC and Heatmap News columnist Paul Waldman discuss Campaign 2024 and recent Supreme Court decisions.
Washington Examiner magazine executive editor James Antle and MSNBC and Heatmap News columnist Paul Waldman discussed Campaign 2024 and recent Supreme Court decisions.
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) participated in a debate hosted by "The Senate Project" series in Boston. They debated climate and energy policy, border security and immigration, health care and abortion, as well as the Senate filibuster and the state of U.S. democracy. NBC News chief political analyst Chuck Todd served as the moderator. The Senate Project is a partnership between the Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Bipartisan Policy Center, and the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation, and it seeks to bring together senators from different ends of the political spectrum for civil debate and potential areas of common ground.
Lawyers discussed the impact recent and upcoming court decisions have on health policy at the Aspen Ideas Festival in Aspen, Colorado. They overviewed several cases that could change health care policy including one which could challenge the authority of federal regulators and another that could exclude abortion care from the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act. In addition, they discussed the originalism style of interpreting the Constitution, health equity, and separation of church and state.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Chief Actuary Paul Spitalnic and Social Security Administration Chief Actuary Stephen Goss testified on the solvency of Medicare and Social Security before the House Budget Committee. Mr. Goss said Congress will need to keep Social Security solvent by either reducing benefits by 25%, increasing revenue by 33%, or doing a combination of these actions. Various ideas were discussed to keep Social Security and Medicare solvent, such as raising taxes for those making more than $400,000 versus raising the retirement age from 67 to 70 and cutting benefits. Social Security and Medicare are estimated to become insolvent by 2033 and 2036, respectively, if no actions are taken by Congress.
Lawyers discussed tax policy and the constitutionality of a federal wealth tax and unrealized gains tax at an event hosted by the Federalist Society's DC Young Lawyers Chapter in Washington, DC. Topics included direct versus indirect taxes, income and wealth taxes, as well as how the institution of slavery, federalism, and the perspectives of the Founding Fathers have impacted tax policy throughout history.
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) delivered remarks on overhauling the nation's tax code at an event hosted by the Washington Center for Equitable Growth. She touted the Democratic Party's stance on raising taxes on the wealthy and big corporations. She also urged colleagues to stand firm and have red lines on hiking taxes in future negotiations as Congress prepares for a portion of the Trump-era tax cuts to expire in 2025.
Up-to-date highlights from candidates' speeches, interviews with political insiders, the latest poll numbers, fundraising stats, and political ads. Witness the campaign unfold in every episode. This week, a preview of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, including conversations with the executive directors of the DNC host and DNC convention committees, as well as executives from the United Center, the host venue for the convention.
The Times of London U.S. editor David Charter, author of "Royal Audience," discussed the special relationship that Queen Elizabeth II had with the United States and U.S. presidents over her 70-year reign as Britain's Head of State.
"To the country, I would like to say, first and foremost, I am sorry I have heard your anger, your disappointment, and I take responsibility for this loss," said outgoing British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during his final remarks as the country's leader about his loss to Labour Party leader Keir Starmer in the 2024 U.K. general election. Mr. Sunak addressed his government's accomplishments during his time in office and said he plans to step down as the Conservative Party leader once the process for selecting his successor begins. He also spoke about his opponent, Keir Starmer, saying, "in this job, his successes will be all our successes, and I wish him and his family well. Whatever our disagreements in this campaign, he is a decent, public-spirited man who I respect."
Labour Party leader and newly elected British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered remarks in London. He said, "our country has voted decisively for change, for national renewal, and a return of politics to public service. ... From now on, you have a government unburdened by doctrine, guided only by the determination to serve your interests..." After his remarks, he and his wife, Victoria Starmer, entered 10 Downing Street, the residence and office of the prime minister. This was the first time in 14 years that the Labour Party gained control of the United Kingdom's Parliament.
The Times of London U.S. editor David Charter, author of "Royal Audience," discussed the special relationship that Queen Elizabeth II had with the United States and U.S. presidents over her 70-year reign as Britain's Head of State.
"To the country, I would like to say, first and foremost, I am sorry I have heard your anger, your disappointment, and I take responsibility for this loss," said outgoing British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak during his final remarks as the country's leader about his loss to Labour Party leader Keir Starmer in the 2024 U.K. general election. Mr. Sunak addressed his government's accomplishments during his time in office and said he plans to step down as the Conservative Party leader once the process for selecting his successor begins. He also spoke about his opponent, Keir Starmer, saying, "in this job, his successes will be all our successes, and I wish him and his family well. Whatever our disagreements in this campaign, he is a decent, public-spirited man who I respect."
Labour Party leader and newly elected British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered remarks in London. He said, "our country has voted decisively for change, for national renewal, and a return of politics to public service. ... From now on, you have a government unburdened by doctrine, guided only by the determination to serve your interests..." After his remarks, he and his wife, Victoria Starmer, entered 10 Downing Street, the residence and office of the prime minister. This was the first time in 14 years that the Labour Party gained control of the United Kingdom's Parliament.
The Public Knowledge nonprofit hosted an event at the U.S. Capitol on new technologies and their impact on society. In this portion of the event, City University of New York journalism professor Jeff Jarvis advocated for less governmental regulation of artificial intelligence in the media landscape. He was followed by tech stakeholders who spoke about using AI technologies to create music, access climate change research, increase transparency of AI models, and build public AI infrastructure.
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee held a hearing on mitigating racial and gender discrimination in employment practices. Members and witnesses debated several aspects of this topic, including the merits of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's enforcement of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and conservative policy proposals in "Project 2025" in the event that Republicans win back the White House. In particular, this hearing focused on current questions regarding transgenderism and so-called reverse discrimination in hiring practices. Witnesses included Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita (R), The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights CEO Maya Wiley, and Project 2025 co-author Jonathan Berry.
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee held a hearing on mitigating racial and gender discrimination in employment practices. Members and witnesses debated several aspects of this topic, including the merits of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's enforcement of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and conservative policy proposals in "Project 2025" in the event that Republicans win back the White House. In particular, this hearing focused on current questions regarding transgenderism and so-called reverse discrimination in hiring practices. Witnesses included Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita (R), The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights CEO Maya Wiley, and Project 2025 co-author Jonathan Berry.
Marine Corps Commandant General Eric Smith discussed readiness and modernization, with a focus on the Indo-Pacific region and China, at an event hosted by the Brookings Institution. He said the scenarios that worry him most about China's military are its encroachments on sovereign nations, especially Taiwan, and its construction and expansion of artificial islands in the Pacific Ocean. Additional topics included recruitment efforts, increasing the number of women in the Marine Corps, and the importance of public service.
The Times of London U.S. editor David Charter, author of "Royal Audience," discussed the special relationship that Queen Elizabeth II had with the United States and U.S. presidents over her 70-year reign as Britain's Head of State.
Real Clear Politics senior elections analyst Sean Trende discusses latest developments in Campaign 2024, and former Democratic Senator and Concord Coalition co-chair Bob Kerrey discusses Campaign 2024 and his concerns about the rising national debt.
Former National Intelligence Director John Ratcliffe (Trump administration, 2020-21) and policy advocates discuss China's role in the Covid-19 pandemic during an event hosted by the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) discussed U.S. foreign policy and threats to global order during a conversation hosted by the Hudson Institute in Washington, DC.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) discussed U.S. foreign policy and threats to global order during a conversation hosted by the Hudson Institute in Washington, DC.
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Writer and activist Soraya Chemaly offered an alternative view of grit and resilience today in a world of overlapping crises. She was interviewed by University of Pennsylvania Positive Psychology Center Instructor Judith Saltzberg.
