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Columbia TodayFormer US Senator Claire McCaskillFormer U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill comments on President Trump's second term, how Elon Musk's efforts to cut government are affecting citizens, why legal due process is important for everyone, how Democrats need to respond, and why it was a mistake for Joe Biden to run for re-election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-1832 min
Kamala Harris Daily News TrackerKamala Harris: At the Crossroads of a Trailblazing CareerVice President Kamala Harris stands at a pivotal moment in her political career, with her choices largely her own to make. Political analyst and former U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill recently highlighted Harris's autonomy in determining her future trajectory post-election, emphasizing the unique position she holds as the first female Vice President of the United States.In a recent public appearance, Harris addressed young voters, reinforcing her commitment to issues pivotal to America's future and rallying support among the youth—an increasingly influential demographic in shaping the political landscape. Her remarks underscore an ongoing dedication to leveraging her pl...2024-12-2603 min
Impolitic with John HeilemannClaire McCaskill: Trump Staffs Up, Dems Hunker Down, & Musk Runs AmokJohn is joined by Claire McCaskill, former Democratic U.S. senator from Missouri, to discuss the fallout from the election and transition to Donald Trump’s second White House term. McCaskill assesses Trump's first batch of cabinet and White House staff appointments, calling it a “mixed bag," with some picks mildly reassuring and others decidedly not; the practical and political challenges of mass deportation; the potential for (or inevitability of) friction between Trump and Elon Musk; and the internal debates and internecine finger-pointing now consuming the Democratic Party as it seeks to apportion blame for, interpret the meaning of, and find a way forwa...2024-11-131h 07
The Blueprint with Jen Psaki“Lawless vs Flawless”One candidate called for unity and promised to be a leader for all Americans on the Ellipse. The other continued a grievance tour and promised mass deportations amid a “love fest” at MSG. On this last episode before the election, Senator Claire McCaskill is joined again by Symone Sanders Townsend, former senior advisor to Vice President Harris, and co-host of MSNBC’s The Weekend. They tally the closing arguments of both candidates and the incredible volume of dark money in this election. Then, NBC’s own data whiz and numbers guru Steve Kornacki stops by to frame up what to expect...2024-11-0149 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiCalling Balls and StrikesWith three weeks to go and early voting reaching record numbers, the campaigns are circling around their drastically disparate final pitches to voters. This week, MSNBC political analyst Elise Jordan joins former Senator Claire McCaskill to highlightTrump’s stark vision of the “enemies from within”, while Harris speaks to the center- and a combative Bret Baier on Fox News. Then, Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii lays out the vice president's framework to ease the housing crisis, what it means to go from NIMBY to YIMBY, and the importance of creating generational wealth for the next era of homebuyers. And lastly, Cla...2024-10-1839 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiThe Fallacy of Mass DeportationWhile both candidates continue to crisscross the nation’s battlegrounds, Vice President Harris is also doing something former President Trump is not: interviews in traditional and new media. This week, Republican communications veteran Brendan Buck joins former Senator Claire McCaskill to look at the media strategies of both campaigns, and why Trump continues to derail GOP efforts to embrace early voting. Then, former Border Czar, Alan Bersin, speaks to an 80% reduction in border crossings since the peak last December, why the failed bipartisan border bill was smart legislation and what a second Trump term would look like in practice for...2024-10-1141 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiChickens and BallotsWith 40 days to go and voters paying attention, Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump are vying for the upper hand when it comes to their plans for the economy and border security. Former Senator Claire McCaskill distills who has the winning arguments with her co-host this week, former chair of the RNC and co-host of MSNBC’s The Weekend, Michael Steele. The duo then get some insights into the integrity of our election process and why we should all feel good about the safety and security of the vote, with Benjamin Hovland, Chairman of the U.S. E...2024-09-2747 min
One Country Project's Hot DishThe Decline of Trump's PopularityWelcome back to another episode of The Hot Dish, where we dive deep into the heart of America’s rural and small-town landscapes.Former Missouri Senator, Claire McCaskill, joins us to share her perspectives on Trump’s impact throughout the midwest due to his influence by the dark corners of the internet. Comedian and co-host of the popular youtube channel The Liberal Redneck, Trae Crowder, provides a refreshingly candid look at the changing dynamics within the conservative base. This episode also touches on crucial topics such as immigration, the economic realities of tariffs, and the fight for...2024-09-2535 min
The Blueprint with Jen Psaki"Male, Pale and Stale"Note: due to a tech error, there was a mixup in the feed. If you're hearing an older 2 hour + episode, please remove the download and refresh your podcast feed.The Harris-Walz team is firing on all cylinders heading into a final campaign blitz with two months to go. This week, MSNBC host and Vice President Harris’ former senior advisor Symone Sanders Townsend joins former Senator Claire McCaskill for an insiders’ take on the vice president’s tireless campaign strategy, in contrast with the meandering, sometimes incoherent rally speeches Donald Trump has been delivering this cycle. Then, California Senator...2024-09-0547 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiFlailing Within the Margin of ErrorDespite a party-wide effort urging Trump to pivot to policy, he just can’t seem to muster the discipline to talk about any issues. And for two former Senators who know the focus it takes to win a competitive race, it’s wild to watch. This week, former Senator Claire McCaskill’s Senate colleague Heidi Heitkamp joins her as guest-host. After weighing the latest musings from JD Vance’s audio vault, the two ‘post-menopausal grandmas' remind him that older women are still able to vote. Claire also asks Heidi to give some perspective on the unique opportunity the Harris-Walz team has t...2024-08-1641 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiMac n’ Cheese and a Trip to the Hardware StoreAfter another compelling week for Democrats, Vice President Kamala Harris hit the road with her newly minted running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. To illuminate the upshot of the pick strategically, Former Senator Claire McCaskill is joined by guest co-host David Jolly, former Congressman of Florida’s 13th District. The pair analyze the shifting dynamics in the race, which had been Trump's to lose, and why Harris has been underestimated in the past. Then, they’re joined by Politico’s politics bureau chief Jonathan Martin, who attended Walz’ debut in Philadelphia, to glean what he brings to the ticket and how...2024-08-0939 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiThe Best Defense is a Good OffenseThere is a lightness and an ease felt by Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri, as Vice President Kamala Harris continues to flip the script on Trump’s most tired tactics. From demurring on setting a debate, to questioning Harris’ racial identity, the vice president’s responses have been pitch-perfect. And as we dip below the 100-day mark, access to reproductive healthcare is on the minds of many-- especially for women in states with near or total abortion bans. President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Alexis McGill Johnson, joins Claire to lay ou...2024-08-0242 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiEnthusiasm is EverythingIn a record-breaking week, Kamala Harris has united the Democratic party behind her, with significant momentum and grassroots support. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri liken it to the energy felt in the Obama campaign, especially as online support grows organically among younger voters. They also take a beat to reflect on President Biden’s heartfelt address to the nation Wednesday night, and the legacy he leaves after decades of public service. Then, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stops by, to chat veepstakes, explain the Democratic Convention rules, and highlight some important governors' races to...2024-07-2543 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiGaming Out Doomsday ScenariosThe fallout from last week’s doozy of a debate continues, with voters, party leaders and donors all working to figure out if Joe Biden is still their guy. This, as a devastating Supreme Court term ends after several extraordinary rulings that will reverberate for years to come. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri wade through all the feelings, and what Biden needs to do to reassure voters and the Democratic party that he is equipped to stay in the race. Then, Slate senior editor Dahlia Lithwick joins to connect the dots on why the...2024-07-0444 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiStark Contrasts, Steep PricesIs retribution a winning campaign issue? That’s the question Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri want to answer this week. And the striking contrast of the two presidential candidates comes into sharper focus: while one meets with G7 world leaders after honoring the fallen heroes of D-Day, the other tells his supporters he doesn’t care about them, he just needs their vote. Then: what is more of a kitchen table issue to voters than stubbornly high food prices? Montana Senator Jon Tester sits down with Claire and Jen to lay bare the effects o...2024-06-1335 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiPride and PrejudicesWhat a difference a week makes. Last Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri spoke, the jury was deliberating, and now the contrast of the two incumbents is in stark relief. The pair frame how to talk about running against an opponent found guilty on 34 criminal counts, and how desperate Republicans seem to be-- to undermine our judicial system and call for retribution, just to curry favor with Trump. Then Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign, joins to kick off Pride Month and zero in on what issues are most urgent for LGBTQ+...2024-06-0635 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiBuilding a Killer Ground GameThere’s been a lot of hand wringing this week as Democrats read Chicken Little headlines, leading to some nerves about Biden’s prospects this fall. But Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri seek to calm the waters and highlight what Biden has going for him beyond his legislative record: laying the foundation for a robust ground game operation. Guy Cecil, former head of the Super PAC Priorities USA, joins this episode to describe what a sturdy operation looks like on the ground and how to use SuperPAC money to get your message out. We m...2024-05-3037 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiDon’t Sleep on the Swing VoterWhen thinking about how to win 2024, don’t sleep on the swing voter. That’s the takeaway Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri hope to get across. But it’s a “Yes, and...” scenario. Biden needs to keep touting his wins on the economy and jobs, while highlighting where Republicans are blocking progress: on reforms to immigration and policing. Then, former U.S. Attorney and law professor Barbara McQuade stops in to recap the highs and lows from Donald Trump’s criminal trial as the jury preps for deliberations next week. And beyond the legal impact...2024-05-2338 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiCranes in the Sky and Voters on the GroundAs Michael Cohen testified against Trump in Manhattan, Biden notched a win by setting the parameters for two presidential debates. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri break down this week's primary results and why healthcare should stay front and center in the 2024 campaign. Then, Deborah Scott of Georgia STAND-UP shares what her organization is doing to energize voting coalitions in her state, as new waves of voter suppression tactics keep crashing ashore. Lastly, Claire and Jen highlight the unsexy, but sorely needed infrastructure projects that the Biden administration is building to make our water cl...2024-05-1740 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiSix Months OutSix months out from the election, and a few issues are converging. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri drill down on what’s working and what President Biden needs to focus on around a few key issues like immigration, the war in Gaza and reproductive rights. And after Senator Tim Scott tied himself in knots to avoid saying he’d accept the 2024 election results, it's a good time to check in with elections lawyer Marc Elias about coming legal shenanigans. Claire and Marc highlight lawsuits brought by the RNC that aim to sow doubt in el...2024-05-1040 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiOn the Trail and on TrialAn extraordinary phase of the 2024 race unfolding this week as Donald Trump finds himself stuck in a Manhattan courtroom and the focus of historic Supreme Court arguments, while President Biden sprints across a major battleground state. Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri zero in on that stunning split screen and what it could mean for the presidential race. Plus, Claire and Jen talk to constitutional law professor Michele Goodwin about the chipping away of reproductive freedom and how that could also shape the election.Further reading: Here is the map Jen mentioned, s...2024-04-2534 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiBringing the 1800s into 2024This week, as Biden announced a new student debt relief plan, Trump waffled on his reproductive rights position. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri drill down on the implications of both for 2024. Then, MSNBC’s All In host Chris Hayes stops by to talk shop about a new recurring series on his Why Is This Happening? podcast. Claire, Jen and Chris highlight the unique moment we’re in: for the first time in over a century, we have two candidates that have presidential records to compare and contrast.
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The Blueprint with Jen PsakiA Playbook Full of Silver LiningsTensions are elevated as protests continue in Israel and Trump is scrambling for cash. This week, former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri offer Team Biden the strategy of walking and chewing gum at the same time. Then, Daria Dawson, Executive Director of America Votes, joins to highlight how the organization is working to mobilize voters this fall. Lastly, Claire and Jen break down the ripple effects both Florida Supreme Court decisions will have on abortion access, now and in the longer term. The stakes are incredibly high for reproductive rights. Content warning...2024-04-0539 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiWhat the Polls Actually SayPresident Biden and Vice President Harris are hitting the road. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri weigh in on the post-State of the Union tour, including the Veep’s stop at an abortion clinic in Minnesota. And they get into Majority Leader Schumer’s direct call for new elections in Israel. Then, NBC’s Director of Elections, John Lapinski stops in to pull apart how to think about polling in 2024. And Claire and Jen shine a light on former Trump voters who are looking elsewhere.
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The Blueprint with Jen PsakiA Third-Party Run Helps an Army of ExtremistsThough 2024’s Super Tuesday issued few surprises, there were nuanced insights for Democrats and troubling signs for Trump. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri look at lessons learned from the 15 state contests. Then, Third Way’s Matt Bennett joins to detail No Labels' well publicized gathering that is not opened to the public, to decide if they’ll enter a third-party candidate into the race. Finally, Claire and Jen shine a light on Project 2025- a Christian nationalist agenda laying the groundwork behind the scenes in preparation for a Trump 2nd term.Note...2024-03-0837 min
3 Martini LunchNY Court Blocks Non-Citizen Voting, CBS vs. Herridge, McCaskill Slams NYT for Fact-Checking BidenJoin Jim and Greg as they return to their usual good, bad, and crazy martinis and head into the weekend!First, they welcome the decision from a New York appeals court that New York City's efforts to allow 800,000 non-citizens to vote in local elections is unconstitutional. Limiting voting to citizens is a no-brainer but Jim fears this issue will eventually wind up at the U.S. Supreme Court.Next, they react to the news that CBS not only laid off stellar reporter Catherine Herridge but seized her files, computers, and records, including information about confidential sources...2024-02-2324 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiLet’s Talk About Biden’s AgeGetting into their campaign mode three-point stance, Senator Claire McCaskill and White House Comms Director Jen Palmieri shift gears to look at the biggest news of the week from their unique comms and strategy lens. And after last week’s report from Special Counsel Hur that's put a spotlight on Biden, veteran prosecutor Andrew Weissmann talks about the politics of what should not have been a political report. Then, Claire and Jen rip off the band aid to speak directly about Biden’s age and candidacy, and what to say when people ask if Dems should be looking to anot...2024-02-1633 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiBidenomics 101After a week of epic fails from the House and Senate GOP on Mayorkas and immigration, Sen. Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri highlight the significant chasm between Biden and Trump’s campaign coffers. Like Biden, the country’s economic picture is pretty rosy, so why does their guest, economist Jason Furman, think Biden is trailing Trump on the economy? And why does Nikki Haley keep insisting the presidential race comes down to her vs. Kamala Harris? Claire and Jen dig in.Subscribe to the How to Win newsletter! With the 2024 election season off to a dramatic start, now...2024-02-0839 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiNext up, New HampshireDonald Trump won big in Monday’s Iowa Caucuses leaving Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley far behind. Former Senator Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri analyze Trump’s win and explain why it may not be the landslide his campaign is touting. Plus: a look ahead to the upcoming New Hampshire primary, where the race is up for grabs given the state's high percentage of independent voters. For that, Claire and Jen are joined by the former chair of the New Hampshire Republican Party, Jennifer Horn. And a spotlight on the tightrope the Biden administration is walking to ease tensions in t...2024-01-1936 min
The Blueprint with Jen PsakiThe Third-Party ThreatDemocrats are becoming increasingly concerned by the growing number of third-party candidates who could run in 2024. Jennifer Palmieri and former Sen. Claire McCaskill take a deep dive into the potential spoilers. Plus, Third Way’s Matt Bennett warns Jen and Claire about something they had no idea about!
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Joey Hudson / Just The TruthHappy Thanksgiving: Let’s enjoy today and be Thankful!! (Ep 22)While we are being Thankful...unfortunately, there is still evil in the world. We will take a few moments today to get you up-to-date.
The FBI is investigating a vehicle explosion Wednesday at the Rainbow Bridge border crossing between the U.S. and Canada in what sources tell Fox News' Alexis McAdams was an attempted terrorist attack.
Former Democratic Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill declared Donald Trump was "more dangerous" than Adolf Hitler or Mussolini during an interview on MSNBC this week....Ms. McCaskill is one of a number of democrats...including Hillary Clinton...have described P...2023-11-2333 minJoey Hudson / Just The TruthHappy Thanksgiving: Let’s enjoy today and be Thankful!! (Ep 22)While we are being Thankful...unfortunately, there is still evil in the world. We will take a few moments today to get you up-to-date.
The FBI is investigating a vehicle explosion Wednesday at the Rainbow Bridge border crossing between the U.S. and Canada in what sources tell Fox News' Alexis McAdams was an attempted terrorist attack.
Former Democratic Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill declared Donald Trump was "more dangerous" than Adolf Hitler or Mussolini during an interview on MSNBC this week....Ms. McCaskill is one of a number of democrats...including Hillary Clinton...have described P...2023-11-2333 min
The Blueprint with Jen Psaki"Kevin McCarthy is Screwed”How do you win an unprecedented election that could see a criminally indicted ex-president take on the current Commander in Chief? How do you win crucial down-ballot races that will ultimately shape the power dynamics for whoever wins the White House? And how do you win over voters – of ANY party -- when mistrust in leadership is at an all-time high? Our hosts, Claire McCaskill and Jennifer Palmieri, are two of the most well-respected voices in American politics today and have some ideas. On the first episode of “How to Win 2024” they talk to Steve Kornacki about Preside...2023-09-1431 min
Allman In The MorningHour 2-Claire McCaskillHear what Claire McCaskill has to say about Hunter Biden.2023-06-2134 minAllman In The MorningHour 1-Claire McCaskillClaire McCaskill is on MSNBC saying stuff about Jesus and she called a Mass a service.2023-05-0938 min
La Wikly🇺🇸 Demócratas que juegan con fuego29 de junio | Nueva YorkJusto como me los esperaba. Bienvenido a La Wikly.Leer esta newsletter te llevará 6 minutos y 24 segundos.🇺🇸 Elige tu aventuraPor Emilio DoménechLo importante: varios grupos demócratas están apostando recursos en las campañas primarias de candidatos de extrema derecha que creen que serán más fáciles de derrotar en noviembre. La apuesta en es un juego peligroso que podría tener consecuencias atroces para la democracia estadounidense.* Especialmente, en un contexto en el que Donald Trump y sus principal...2022-06-2909 min
The Institute PodcastEpisode 118: Senator Claire McCaskillProfessor Pat Parker (Director, Institute for the Arts and Humanities) interview Claire McCaskill on her career in politics and her thoughts on the current political and cultural climate of the United States.2021-12-0630 min
Impolitic with John HeilemannClaire McCaskillIn which John Heilemann talks with Claire McCaskill, former two-term Missouri Democratic senator and current political analyst for MSNBC. Heilemann and McCaskill discuss the Senate passage of Joe Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure bill and its outlook in the House, along with his proposed $3.5 trillion expansion of the social safety net; whether Biden is doing enough to press for voting rights legislation in the face of a slew of GOP efforts to curtail them; an array of gender-tinged topics, from Andrew Cuomo's resignation and McCaskill's own #MeToo experiences as a young state legislator to the epidemic of sexual assault in the...2021-08-171h 18
RNIB ConversationsClaire Forde in conversation with... Seán BattyWe re-join Claire Forde for another sit-down 'in conversation with', this time with current STV weather forecaster Seán Batty.
Seán is a familiar face on Scottish televisions, having presented STV Weather since August 2007. His passion for meteorology began at a young age, growing up watching Ian McCaskill, Michael Fish, and Heather Reid. He left home at 18 to study meteorology at Reading University, eventually leaving to take up his first job as a weather observer in England.
Seán and Claire talk about his initial, and very informal interview with STV, the "boring" months when it com...2021-06-191h 06
Politically SpeakingClaire McCaskill (2021)In an extensive interview with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum, the former Democratic senator from Missouri talks about her role at MSNBC, the state of the media, social media, the Jan. 6 insurrection and the way forward for Missouri Democrats. McCaskill recorded the interview at a Kirkwood St. Louis Bread Company, and the conversation came about after Rosenbaum lost a bet with her over Joe Biden's performance in St. Louis County.2021-05-2658 min
Hacks On TapShots In Arms & Checks In Pockets (with Claire McCaskill)Former Missouri Senator and current NBC & MSNBC analyst Claire McCaskill joins Axe and Gibbs to discuss how President Biden’s recovery plan will impact the 2022 midterm elections, the politics of the southern border and immigration reform, the great press conference scandal of 2021, and how we can begin to heal some of our political divides.
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BNY Mellon PerspectivesJennifer Xi & Claire McCaskill: Turning Opposition Into ConsensusFormer U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill joins our Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy Jennifer Xi to discuss the importance of trust in government at this extraordinary moment in U.S. history, as well as areas where the incoming administration may be able to gain bipartisan support.2021-01-1516 min
Stay Tuned with PreetThe New Majority (with Claire McCaskill)On this week’s episode of Stay Tuned, “The New Majority,” Preet answers listener questions about the long-awaited DOJ press conference addressing last Wednesday’s insurrection attempt, and the potential charges that the rioters might face.
Then, Preet is joined by Claire McCaskill, the former U.S. Senator from Missouri and current NBC News and MSNBC political analyst, to discuss this unprecedented moment on Capitol Hill, from the Democrats’ impeachment strategy to the state of play in the U.S. Senate.
For show notes and a transcript of the episode, head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/the-new-majority-with-claire-mccaskill/
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CAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 1/14: Claire McCaskillIn this Bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet asks former Senator McCaskill about the social media bans on President Trump. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.For references and show notes, head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned-bonus/stay-tuned-bonus-1-14-claire-mccaskill/2021-01-1405 minCAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 1/14: Claire McCaskillIn this Bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet asks former Senator McCaskill about the social media bans on President Trump. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.For references and show notes, head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned-bonus/stay-tuned-bonus-1-14-claire-mccaskill/2021-01-1405 min
Hacks On TapA Cluster on Steroids (with Claire McCaskill)Former Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill joins Axe and Murphy to discuss the physical and metaphorical clusters surrounding President Trump. The Hacks attempt to make sense of Trump’s return to the White House after a brief stay at Walter Reed, unpack the latest polling numbers, and the Senator offers advice for her former colleagues on how Democrats should navigate the impending hearings for Trump’s Supreme Court pick.
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Hacks on Tap with David Axelrod and Mike MurphyA Cluster on Steroids (with Claire McCaskill)Former Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill joins Axe and Murphy to discuss the physical and metaphorical clusters surrounding President Trump. The Hacks attempt to make sense of Trump’s return to the White House after a brief stay at Walter Reed, unpack the latest polling numbers, and the Senator offers advice for her former colleagues on how Democrats should navigate the impending hearings for Trump’s Supreme Court pick.
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Campaign HQ with David PlouffeClaire McCaskillClaire McCaskill, a two term U.S. Senator from Missouri and now a political analyst for MSNBC, talks voters the midwest, how Joe Biden should approach the upcoming debates and how Democrats should govern if the win back the White House and the Senate. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices2020-09-101h 01
Heels of JusticeKatherine & Sarita: Catch Up, Wrap Up, & Thank You!Welcome to Heels of Justice; these are the stories of women lawyers who are trailblazers in their field and paved the way for the rest of us. Today, Katherine and Sarita wanted to take a moment to reflect on how their interviews with such amazing guests have resonated with them so far, both personally and professionally. Key Takeaways [1:05] Katherine and Sarita welcome listeners to this third special episode of the Heels of Justice podcast and explain what about these discussions resonated with them the most. [1:25] Sarita begins the conversation w...2019-06-2325 min
Heels of JusticeClaire McCaskill: Making History, Plenty Ladylike, & Blouse CheckWelcome to Heels of Justice; these are the stories of women lawyers who are trailblazers in their field and paved the way for the rest of us. Today, the Heels of Justice interview Claire Conner McCaskill who served as a United States Senator from Missouri from 2007 to 2019. She graduated from the University of Missouri and the University of Missouri School of Law. She was first elected to the U.S. Senate in 2006 and was the second female U.S. Senator from Missouri and the first female candidate to be elected to the U.S. Senate from Missouri.2019-06-1745 min
Thank You For Your ServiceSenator Claire McCaskill on Congressional Oversight of the MilitaryClaire McCaskill, the former U.S. Senator from Missouri, joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion of her twelve years as a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. We talked about oversight of defense contracting, the military-industrial complex, sexual assault reform, military justice, and congressional debate over the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF). Haliburton, the F-35, New Balance shoes, Kirsten Gillibrand, Saudi Arabia, ice cream flavors, and Boeing may or may not have been mentioned as well. This episode was taped at the Harris School of Public Policy while Senator McCaskill was serving as a visiting...2019-03-1935 min
The Axe Files with David AxelrodEp. 311 - Claire McCaskillClaire McCaskill, former Democratic U.S. Senator from Missouri, joins David to talk about the 2018 midterms race she narrowly lost in a state swept by Donald Trump by nearly 19 points in 2016. She also shares her take on governing and campaigning in a post-Trump political climate, the impending Mueller report, her evaluation of the slew of 2020 candidates, and much more. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-02-2556 min
Late Night with Seth Meyers PodcastClaire McCaskill | Sherrod Brown | Roger Stone Indicted as Trump Caves on Shutdown: A Closer LookSeth takes a closer look at President Trump caving on the signature promise of his campaign and one of his closest advisers getting indicted in the Russia investigation.Then, Seth talks to former senator Claire McCaskill about being the first senator to join Twitter, her thoughts on whether the Democratic Party should move toward more moderate or progressive politics and the connection between Alex Trebek and her student loans. (10:33) She also takes a few more questions backstage at Studio 8G. (18:19)After that, Senator Sherrod Brown talks about speaking with President Trump about policy, the ongoing...2019-01-3044 min
Slate VoiceClaire McCaskill’s Bitter FarewellSince she lost her bid for a third term as a U.S. senator from Missouri, Claire McCaskill has been trashing the left to anyone who’ll listen. She’s insulted Democrats who wanted her to be a more vocal critic of the president, Senate colleagues who questioned her opposition to banking regulations, and progressives who try to push their more moderate representatives to the left.2018-12-3109 min
C-SPAN's The WeeklyEpisode 85: Exit Interview with Senator Claire McCaskill (D-MO)On this episode of C-SPAN's The Weekly Podcast: As part of a series of C-SPAN interviews with retiring members of Congress, Senator Claire McCaskill (D-MO) reflected on her career and time in the U.S. Senate, her relationship with President Barack Obama, and her legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-12-2136 min
Rush Limbaugh - Timeless WisdomRush Limbaugh December 17th 2018Last week , Senators Claire McCaskill and Jeff Flake gave their farewell speeches from the senate. McCaskill called the Senate dysfunctional and many did not approve Flakes speech at all. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2018-12-1701 minPolitically SpeakingTuesday will decide Missouri's political destiny. Here's what you need knowFor Missouri Democrats, tomorrow is judgment day. After leading the Show Me State for most of its existence, voters will decide if the last two Democratic statewide officials remain in their posts. If U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill and state Auditor Nicole Galloway prevail, it could provide a jolt for a party seeking to rebound after the disaster of 2016. But if GOP Attorney General Josh Hawley is able to topple McCaskill, and Saundra McDowell is elected auditor, it could be the surest evidence that once-purple Missouri is now deep red. Those two races...2018-11-0548 minPolitically SpeakingBreaking down Hawley and McCaskill’s first one-on-one debateSt. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies examine Thursday night’s televised debate between U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill and Attorney General Josh Hawley. The debate comes as most polls show a tight race between McCaskill and Hawley. And few observers believe that Democrats have any chance of taking over the Senate if McCaskill can’t win a third term. Among other things, the candidates debated health care, immigration policy, “right to work” laws, global warming and Second Amendment rights. Hawley contended that McCaskill is too liberal for a state which went for Presid...2018-10-2038 min
Dueling DialoguesHawley vs McCaskill, Haley Resigns - Dueling Dialogues Ep.124On today's show: Hawley vs McCaskill, Haley ResignsJosh Hawley needs to state his stance on pre-existing health conditions on health insurance as Claire McCaskill gains ground in the polls. Nikki Haley resigns as Ambassador to the UN. Kanye on way to White House today. Judge Kavanaugh confirmed as Supreme Court Justice. Stormy Daniels talking to CNN about the president's penis. Rod Rosenstein still has a job, but will be testifying on Thursday in front of Congressional Committee. James Baker, attorney for FBI, took Rosenstein seriously, talking about invoking the 25th Amendment. B...2018-10-0923 min
Dueling DialoguesHawley vs McCaskill, Haley Resigns - Dueling Dialogues Ep.124On today's show: Hawley vs McCaskill, Haley Resigns
Josh Hawley needs to state his stance on pre-existing health conditions on health insurance as Claire McCaskill gains ground in the polls. Nikki Haley resigns as Ambassador to the UN. Kanye on way to Whitehouse today. Judge Kavanaugh confirmed as Supreme Court Justice. Stormy Daniels talking to CNN about the president's penis. Rod Rosenstein still has a job, but will be testifying on Thursday in front of Congressional Committee. James Baker, attorney for FBI, took Rosenstein seriously, talking about invoking the 25th Amendment. Brian Kilmeade, Fox morning anchor, hassled on Friday by s...2018-10-0900 minPolitically SpeakingOn pre-existing conditions debates, St. Louis County turnout and Kander’s announcementSt. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies look at three things playing a big role in Missouri’s 2018 election cycle. The first is debate over pre-existing conditions between U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill and her GOP opponent Josh Hawley. It stems from Hawley’s decision to be a part of a lawsuit seeking to upend the Affordable Care Act. McCaskill made health care a signature issue of her re-election campaign long before it became a trend among other Democratic candidate running in states where President Donald Trump is reasonably popular. Mannie...2018-10-0636 minPolitically SpeakingCrawling in the Dark: Murky political money drives McCaskill to vote ‘no’ on KavanaughU.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill’s decision to vote against Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court is a key topic of the latest Politically Speaking podcast. St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies look into how undisclosed political money is playing into the contest between McCaskill and GOP Attorney Josh Hawley. It comes as millions of 501(c)(4) cash is going to support Hawley’s bid — and to ensure McCaskill wins a second term.2018-09-2232 min
Poll HubMidterm Poll-iferationRack ‘em up! The Marist Poll and battleground state polling partner NBC News have completed a dozen state polls since the beginning of the summer. On tap this week – Missouri, Indiana, and Tennessee.On this week’s episode of Poll Hub, the team takes a close look at the dynamics driving the contests. High on the list is Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill’s re-election bid. According to the NBC News/Marist Poll, only four points separate McCaskill from her Republican challenger Josh Hawley. And it could come down to how well the candidates are defined in the state.2018-09-0725 minPolitically SpeakingClaire McCaskillU.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill joins Politically Speaking to talk about her quest for a third term in one of the nation’s most closely watched Senate contests. The Missouri Democrat was first elected to the Senate in 2006. Before that, McCaskill served as Missouri’s auditor, Jackson County prosecutor and a member of the Missouri House of Representatives. This time around, McCaskill is squaring off against Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley, a Republican who is emphasizing his conservative bonafides — and his endorsements from President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.2018-08-2032 minPolitically SpeakingAs candidates and campaigns ramp up, McCaskill prepares to meet with KavanaughFriday’s edition of Politically Speaking looks at three different storylines to watch as candidates and campaigns ramp up for the November election. The first one that St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies tackle is how U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill is meeting with Brett Kavanaugh, President Donald Trump’s latest pick for the U.S. Supreme Court. Both sides of the political spectrum are pressuring McCaskill, which comes as she runs against GOP Attorney General Josh Hawley. As the expensive and competitive Senate race between McCaskill and Hawley continues, unidentified money...2018-08-1828 minPolitically SpeakingHawley and McCaskill get outside help as Senate race heats upThis week’s election edition of Politically Speaking examines how national and state-based political figures are assisting Attorney General Josh Hawley and U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill’s campaigns. Hawley received a fundraising boost this week from Vice President Mike Pence, who swung through the St. Louis area on Thursday to promote President Donald Trump’s policies. Meanwhile across the state, House Democrats are trying to a link a 2017 controversy involving Senate President Ron Richard with Hawley. In addition to recapping a few of the week’s top events, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum...2018-07-2135 min
Statehouse Blend MissouriHow A Governor’s Scandals May Shift The U.S. SenateMissouri Attorney General Josh Hawley seems headed for the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill this fall. But Hawley's path has been made rougher by his complicated relationship with Gov. Eric Greitens—fellow Republican, fellow first-time-officeholder—and subject of his investigations. In this episode, host Brian Ellison takes an early look at the 2018 race. He talks with KCUR's Erica Hunzinger about Hawley's history and present entanglement with the governor. Then KCUR's Up to Date host Steve Kraske analyzes McCaskill's chances and recalls covering that 2012 race. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Missouri, and stay up to date with the...2018-04-3021 min
Statehouse Blend MissouriHow A Governor’s Scandals May Shift The U.S. SenateMissouri Attorney General Josh Hawley seems headed for the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill this fall. But Hawley's path has been made rougher by his complicated relationship with Gov. Eric Greitens—fellow Republican, fellow first-time-officeholder—and subject of his investigations. In this episode, host Brian Ellison takes an early look at the 2018 race. He talks with KCUR's Erica Hunzinger about Hawley's history and present entanglement with the governor. Then KCUR's Up to Date host Steve Kraske analyzes McCaskill's chances and recalls covering that 2012 race. Subscribe to Statehouse Blend Missouri, and stay up to date with the...2018-04-3021 min
Emerson College Polling Weekly | 2018 Mid-TermsMissouri US Senate General Election | Claire McCaskill (D) 45% v Josh Hawley (R) 45%New poll shows the GOP have a great chance to win Claire McCaskill’s Senate seat in Missouri. Plus final reaction on Emerson’s pinpoint analysis in #AZ08.
Subscribe to Emerson College Polling Weekly on iTunes, Stitcher and the CLNS Media Network Mobile App. Twitter: @EmersonPolling2018-04-3002 minPolitically SpeakingTony Monetti on why he’s the best Republican to take on McCaskillOn the latest edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tony Monetti to the program. Monetti is one of 20 people that have signed up to run for the seat that U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill currently holds. Ten Republicans, including Attorney General Josh Hawley, have filed thus far.2018-03-2141 min
Columbia Morning with David LileU.S. Senator Claire McCaskillSen. McCaskill discusses the still-being-created tax plan, sexual assault, what it takes to get compromise candidates, and why contacting family members of deceased military men has become political.2017-10-2408 minColumbia Morning with David LileSen. Claire McCaskillSen. McCaskill discusses healthcare legislation, rural Missouri's concern about federal funding for public education, and her reaction to the Donald Trump Jr. email story.2017-07-1213 min
Columbia Morning with David LileU.S. Senator Claire McCaskillSen. McCaskill answers questions about her trip to the U.S./Mexican border, about immigration laws, about changing the Affordable Care Act, about governing in the time of Trump, and about her strategy for winning a statewide election as a Democrat.2017-02-2423 min
Columbia Morning with David LileU.S. Senator Claire McCaskillSen. McCaskill discusses Amendment 2 on the Missouri ballot. It would restrict campaign contributions. The conversation centers on the role of money in elections.2016-11-0311 min
The Axe Files with David AxelrodEp. 16 - Sen. Claire McCaskillSen. Claire McCaskill, D-Missouri, chats with David about her time on Capitol Hill, the Laquan McDonald case in Chicago, and her thoughts on the 2016 presidential candidates.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2015-12-1053 min
Talk CocktailPlenty LadylikeEven today, fifteen months before Election Day, we are in full political campaign season. And while we hear a lot of loose talk about issues, it’s easy to forget that politics is also about both the art of governing, and sometimes doing so in the real world of compromise and possibilities.
Even with all the problems of our healthcare system, Doctors usually go into medicine because that have calling; a desire to help people. While it's’ hard to believe sometimes, many politicians also have a calling and go into it because they have a desire to use the levers...2015-08-2518 min
Dive Into The Powerful Full Audiobook Now, Knowledge Hunters!Plenty Ladylike: A Memoir by Claire MccaskillPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/240800to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Plenty Ladylike: A Memoir
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Release date: August 11, 2015
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The senator from Missouri shares her “straightforward, plainspoken, and at once deeply personal and thoroughly political” (Publishers Weekly) story of embracing her ambition, surviving sexism, making a family, losing a husband, outsmarting her enemies—and finding joy along the way. Claire McCaskill grew up in a political family, but not at a time that welcomed women with big plans. She earned a law degree and paid h...2015-08-117h 42Download Best Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsPlenty Ladylike: A Memoir by Claire MccaskillPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/240800to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Plenty Ladylike: A Memoir
Author: Claire Mccaskill
Narrator: Claire McCaskill
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 7 hours 42 minutes
Release date: August 11, 2015
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
The senator from Missouri shares her “straightforward, plainspoken, and at once deeply personal and thoroughly political” (Publishers Weekly) story of embracing her ambition, surviving sexism, making a family, losing a husband, outsmarting her enemies—and finding joy along the way. Claire McCaskill grew up in a political family, but not at a time that welcomed women with big plans. She earned a law degree and paid h...2015-08-117h 42
Best Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsPlenty Ladylike: A Memoir by Claire MccaskillPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/240800 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Plenty Ladylike: A Memoir Author: Claire Mccaskill Narrator: Claire McCaskill Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 42 minutes Release date: August 11, 2015 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: The senator from Missouri shares her “straightforward, plainspoken, and at once deeply personal and thoroughly political” (Publishers Weekly) story of embracing her ambition, surviving sexism, making a family, losing a husband, outsmarting her enemies—and finding joy along the way. Claire McCaskill grew up in a political family, but not at a time that welcomed women with big plans. She earned a law degree and pa...2015-08-1103 min
How to Discover Full Audiobook in Radio & TV, Great InterviewsCharlie Rose: Mark Halperin, John Heilemann, and Claire McCaskill, August 10, 2015 by Charlie Rose | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Charlie Rose: Mark Halperin, John Heilemann, and Claire McCaskill, August 10, 2015
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Continued coverage of the 2016 presidential election with Mark Halperin and John Heilemann of Bloomberg's With All Due Respect.
Senator Claire McCaskill of Missouri, discussing Ferguson, her career in politics, and her memoir, Plenty Ladylike. [Broadcast Date: August 10, 2015]
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Randy Miller RadioU.S. Senator Claire McCaskill talks about The Magic Uterus and her new book, Plenty Ladylike: A MemoirSAVE THE DATE: Sen. McCaskill will talk about her book and sign copies at 2 p.m. Aug. 16 at Unity Temple on the Plaza. Books will be available to purchase from Rainy Day Books for $26, which includes admission for two to the event.
List of book-signing events: http://www.plentyladylike.com/book-appearances/
Kansas City event:
http://www.rainydaybooks.com/ClaireMcCaskill
Rainy Day Books at the Unity Temple* - Kansas City, MO
Sunday, August 16, 2015
2:00pm 4:00pm
Unity Temple on The Plaza, Sanctuary
Books will be available for purchase by Rainy Day Books
Format: In conversation with Vivien J...2015-08-0739 min
Whats Next if Grand Jury Fails to Indict WilsonU.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill told The AP she’s pushing for federal and local investigations to be completed around the same time so that all evidence in the case can be made public — a step many consider important should prosecutors decide not to charge the officer. McCaskill, a former prosecutor in Missouri, said she’s hopeful the physical evidence in the case — including blood spatter patterns, clothing and shell casings — will provide “incontrovertible facts” about what happened during the shooting.
Will the evidence in the matter to the 9 person white jury and the racist prosecutor,No.2014-08-2442 min
EOTM / Universal Wave RadioBREAKING: 'CTSOUJ' hosts discuss the Michael Brown case in Ferguson - EOTM RadioThis week on Correcting The System of Unequal Justice:
Gerald E. Rose and Carla B., open up the phone lines to discuss the situation in Ferguson, Ohio -- stemming from the Michael Brown shooting. Call in & sound off @ 718-664-6543.
Update on the Michael Brown case:
Missouri Senators Claire McCaskill (D) and Roy Blunt (R) released a statement on the case:
“I join all Missourians in remembering the family of Michael Brown & the Ferguson community as they grieve the tragic loss of this young man,” Blunt said. “His recent high school graduation should have been a beginning of better things.”
Police sa...2014-08-201h 31Politically SpeakingMoney Matters, McCaskill's Big Gift And St. Louis' Big RacesEvery week, St. Louis Public Radio's Chris McDaniel, Jo Mannies and Jason Rosenbaum talk about the week’s politics. This week the trio discusses the last-minute money surge to the state’s primary candidates, as well as key races in St. Louis.
The Politically Speaking crew also talked about U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill’s big donation to the state Democratic Party and what it means for state legislative contests in the fall. Originally published on July 30, 2014.2014-07-3131 min
Chicago Policy ReviewPolicy Radio | Senator Claire McCaskill on Representing a Politically Diverse State in a Divided CongressThis week, David Spearman speaks with Senator McCaskill about the challenges of working in a divided congress and representing a politically diverse state.2014-01-3000 minPolitically SpeakingSen. McCaskill On The Shutdown, The ACA And MoreU.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill joins us on this week's show. The Democratic senator tells us about her experience in the male-dominated Missouri Legislature, and gives us a preview of her upcoming book. We also discuss the government shutdown, Jason's cooking skills, and the future of the Affordable Care Act. Originally published on October 23, 2013.2013-10-2440 minPolitically SpeakingMcCaskill's 'Evolution' On Same-Sex Marriage and Tuesday's ElectionOn this week's episode: We discuss Democratic Senator Claire McCaskill's tumblr announcement, Proposition P, and the nonexistent St. Louis mayoral race.2013-03-2826 minPolitically SpeakingProp P, MOSIRA, and McCaskill's BookOn this week's episode: We discuss the conservatives on both sides of Prop. P, the court rulings while the Missouri legislature is on vacation, and Democratic Senator Claire McCaskill's new book.2013-03-2228 min
Radio America News'A Sacred Trust'Two months ago, Missouri Rep. Todd Akin was riding high. He had just won a very competitive U.S. Senate primary and was comfortably ahead of embattled Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill. About two weeks later, all of that changed when Akin took heavy fire for saying that women's bodies have a natural mechanism for preventing pregnancy in the case of "legitimate rape". That triggered a swing in the polls and prompted scores of Republicans to call for his withdrawal from the race. Ultimately, Akin decided to stay in the race. And despite the pressure, he says...2012-10-0811 min
The Morning Quarterback 20 August 2012Morning quarterback is a person who passes judgement on and criticizes something after the event.the Oxford Dictionary.
We take a look at the Sunday talk shows.
McCaskill Statement on Akin’s “Legitimate Rape” and Pregnancy Remarks
St. Louis, Mo.–McCaskill for Missouri 2012 released the following statement from Sen. Claire McCaskill after Todd Akin said women who are victims of “legitimate rape” don’t get pregnant because their bodies have a way to “shut that whole thing down.” As a former prosecutor, Claire McCaskill has worked closely with hundreds of rape victims and intimately understands their trauma and pain. It is that experience t...2012-08-2028 min
Missouri Republican Primary 2012Rep. Todd Akin, who touted himself as the most conservative congressman in Missouri, won a hard-fought Republican primary Tuesday for the right to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill in a contest that could be pivotal for party control of the chamber.
Akin topped suburban St. Louis businessman John Brunner and former state Treasurer Sarah Steelman in a primary in which all three leading candidates tried to appeal to conservative voters and tea party activists. McCaskill, who bills herself as a political moderate, was unopposed in the Democratic primary.2012-08-0833 minRadio America NewsAkin Makes His CaseTodd Akin has been a Republican congressman from Missouri for nearly 12 years. This year, he's locked in a tough GOP Senate primary for the chance to take on embattled Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill. Akin says McCaskill is out of touch with her state since voters have overwhelmingly rejected the Obama health plan while she continues to defend it. The congressman also lays out his vision for addressing the economy - radical spending cuts, keeping taxes low and rolling back draconian regulations on American businesses. Akin also says he expects to win the GOP nomination because he is the...2012-07-1212 minRadio America News'She's Completely Disconnected'Missouri Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill is one of the most endangered incumbents in the 2012 cycle. On August 7, Republicans will choose a nominee from a very competitive field to run against her. The leading GOP candidate at the moment appears to be Sarah Steelman, a former state senator and state treasurer. Steelman says it is clear the Obama agenda is not leading to greater job creation and she says Sen. McCaskill has joined Obama on every single legislative priority. Steelman rips Obama for once again demanding higher taxes on the wealthy and she says class warfare is not what made America...2012-07-0907 minRadio America NewsAkin: Actions Trump PromisesTwo weeks ago, Missouri U.S. Senate hopeful Sarah Steelman made her claim as the the choice for conservatives in the GOP primary. Today, Rep. Todd Akin tells us he's not only the best choice for conservatives but has the record to prove it. Akin lists a number of initiatives like No Child Left Behind and entitlement expansion that he opposed in the Bush administration and bucking John Boehner during the debt ceiling negotiations. Akin also tells us why current economic numbers, energy prices and the new estimated costs for Obamacare are all reasons to defeat Democratic Sen...2012-03-1411 minRadio America News'I'm A Proven Fighter'Republicans are making a fierce push to take the majority in the U.S. Senate in the November elections. One of the fiercest fights will be in Missouri as the GOP looks to defeat first-term Democrat Claire McCaskill. Right now, the leading Republican contender is former State Treasurer Sarah Steelman. She tells us why she believes McCaskill needs to be unseated and how her philosophy on jobs, the economy and health care stand in stark contrast to the votes McCaskill has taken in Washington. Steelman also makes her case for why she is the best choice for conservative voters among...2012-03-0709 minRadio America NewsAkin Makes His Case for SenateMissouri Rep. Todd Akin is seeking the Republican nomination to challenge Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill later this year. The six-term congressman tells us what he's hearing most from voters across his state and he gives his reasons for why Sen. McCaskill does not deserve a second term.2012-01-2704 min