Emile, Helen, Micah, and Sohrab unpack the historic opposition to Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House from 20 fellow Republicans--how it might end. Plus, the hosts debate Louisiana's new age-verification law for adult websites, and reflect on the passing of Pope Benedict XVI.

 

Picks of the week:

 

Helen: The Faces of January 6, Harry Scherer

Micah: A Battle of the Sexes, Carmel Richardson

Emile: The End of the Council and the Remains of the Day, Jude Russo

Sohrab: When Legislators Risk War with China, Doug Bandow